Refined Redesign

The erstwhile C3 Aircross has received an update in terms of styling and equipment. How much has it evolved? We have a go at it

- Story: Jim Gorde Photography: Siddharth Dadhe

CITROËN IS KNOWN FOR ITS EXCELLENT ride quality and seating comfort. The C3 was just the beginning of the French major's charge into the compact car segment, having entered India with the bigger and far more premium C5 Aircross. The Aircross X is a more butch, versatile, and, well, expanded iteration of the peppy C3 hatchback. The C3 Aircross then arrived and, following the drop of the “C3” prefix, has now gained a new suffix, “X”, in line with the strategy revamp.

Make no mistake, it was not a rushed extension job but a considerably revised and restructured attempt at delivering a credible midsize MUV, complete with the ability to seat up to seven occupants. The Aircross X update brings with it some useful additional kit. Outside, this includes LED projector headlamps, new 17-inch alloy wheels, and bolder “Aircross X” rear badging. Inside, the quality update is telling, and the fit-and-finish feels improved overall and more refined, thanks to fewer cheap-feeling elements in the cabin that flex with the slightest of pressure. The dark brown upholstery, ventilated front seats, automatic air-conditioning, and ambient lighting work towards the target of achieving a lounge-like space.