Production-spec Citroen Basalt Coupe SUV Spotted Testing in Striking Red Colour Ahead of India Launch

Citroen India is all set to launch the Basalt, the company's first coupe SUV, in the Indian market. Previously seen in concept form, the car is scheduled to go on sale on August 2. It is important to note that certain dealerships have started accepting bookings for the upcoming model. Upon launch, the Basal will compete against several popular products such as the Tata Curvv, Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, and Kia Seltos. However, before its official launch, the production-spec model, decked out in a red paint job, was recently spotted testing without any camouflage on Indian roads. Here's a closer look at all the details regarding the Basalt as indicated by the latest spy shots. 

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Citroen Basalt Coupe SUV: Key Design Details

The spy photo shows the red-finished Basalt with massive bumpers and plastic cladding. Several of the Basalt's design components are borrowed from the C3 Aircross. Therefore, the split headlight in the front has the DRLs (Daytime Running Lamps) above and the main headlamp below. Furthermore, it has Citroen's signature grille and a large bumper, featuring a faux skid plate. There is a shark-fin antenna and plastic-clad alloy wheels on the sides. With a chunky bumper and raked glass, the rear end sports a coupe-like appearance. A fresh set of tail lights is also included.

Citroen Basalt Coupe SUV: Engine and Gearbox Options

The French manufacturer has produced four models in India under the C-Cube programme, the most current of which is the Basalt. Citroen's 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which produces 115bhp of maximum power and 215Nm of peak torque, will be mated to a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox.

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Citroen Basalt Coupe SUV: Feature Set

A few days ago, the company released several teaser videos of the Basalt, revealing insights about its cabin layout. The C3 Aircross-inspired elements include a sleek textured dashboard, a 10.2-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch fully digital driver's display, and identical central air vents. The interior will be similar to the C3 Aircross', but it will also have certain exclusive upgrades highlighting Basalt's luxury standing, like an automatic AC panel. The teaser further shows armrests for the front and rear passengers, a phone holder, and integrated cupholders on the rear armrest. 

Other features come in the form of keyless entry, cruise control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, automatic climate control, electric folding mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, and push-button start/stop.

The Basalt's safety features will likely include six airbags, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), a rear parking camera, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold assist, and ABS.

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