Engineering:Citroën Basalt

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Short description: Subcompact crossover SUV

Citroën Basalt
Overview
ManufacturerCitroën
Production2024–present
AssemblyIndia: Tiruvallur (Citroën India)
Brazil: Porto Real (Stellantis do Brasil)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door coupe SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformSmart Car Platform
RelatedCitroën C3 (CC21)
Citroën C3 Aircross (CC24)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission5-speed manual
6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length4,300 mm (169.3 in)

The Citroën Basalt is a subcompact crossover SUV developed for emerging markets such as India and South America.[1]

The design was previewed by the "Basalt Vision" concept car, presented in March 2024.[2] The production model was unveiled on 2 August 2024, with teaser images being published early in July.[3][4]

Markets

Brazil

The Basalt was launched in Brazil on 2 October 2024, with three trim levels: Feel, Shine and First Edition. Two engine options are available: a 1.0-litre petrol and a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol.[5][6] At the time of its introduction, the Basalt was the cheapest SUV on sale in Brazil.[7]

The same month, Citroën introduces a second concept car based on the Basalt named Citroën Basalt Vision Dark Concept. It has a black paintwork with some red elements, referencing the Citroën GS Basalte.[8]

In November 2025, a third concept car is introduced, it is again named Citroën Basalt Vision Concept, but with a sportier look than the March 2024 version.[9]

India

The Basalt was launched in India on 30 August 2024, with three trim levels: You, Plus and Max. Two engine options are available: a 1.2-litre petrol and a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol.[10]

Indonesia

The Basalt was launched on 24 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. Imported from India, it was available with two variants: Standard and Dark Edition, both variants are powered by the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[11][12]

  • Rear view (Indonesia)
    Rear view (Indonesia)
  • Interior (Indonesia)
    Interior (Indonesia)

South Africa

The Basalt went on sale in South Africa on 10 March 2026, with two grades: Plus and Max, powered by the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine. All variants are fully imported from India.[13]

Safety

Bharat NCAP

In 2024, the Basalt for India received 4 stars for adult occupants and 4 stars for toddlers from Bharat NCAP (based on Latin NCAP 2016).

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Latin NCAP

In 2025, the Basalt for Latin America with 4 airbags and no ADAS received 0 stars from Latin NCAP 3.0 (similar to Euro NCAP 2014).[14]

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Sales

Year Brazil Argentina Uruguay
2024 2,320[15] /[16]
2025 19,793[17] 6,543 437[18]

References

  1. ↑ "Citroën Basalt Vision (2024) debuts as a sleek SUV coupe" (in en-gb). 2024-03-28. https://uk.motor1.com/news/714195/citroen-basalt-vision-suv-coupe-study-revealed/. 
  2. ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2024-03-27). "Citroen Basalt Vision Previews Budget-Friendly Coupe SUV For Emerging Markets". Carscoops. https://www.carscoops.com/2024/03/citroen-basalt-vision-previews-brands-first-suv-coupe-for-india-and-south-america/. 
  3. ↑ Mondal, Saptarshi (2024-08-02). "Citroen Basalt interior, exterior revealed" (in en). https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/citroen-basalt-interior-exterior-revealed-432344. 
  4. ↑ Leblanc, Johann (2024-03-25). "Citroën Basalt (2024). La version de série de la C3 SUV-coupé qui ne viendra pas en France" (in fr). Largus. https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/citroen-basalt-2024-la-c3-suv-coupe-qui-ne-viendra-pas-en-france-30032909.html. 
  5. ↑ "Citroën Basalt chega a partir de R$ 89.990, como SUV cupê mais barato do Brasil; veja detalhes e versões" (in pt-br). 2024-10-02. https://g1.globo.com/carros/noticia/2024/10/02/citroen-basalt-chega-a-partir-de-r-89990-como-suv-cupe-mais-barato-do-brasil-veja-detalhes-e-versoes.ghtml. 
  6. ↑ "Teste: Citroën Basalt é mais barato e espaçoso que Nivus e Fastback" (in pt-br). 2024-10-07. https://autoesporte.globo.com/carros/testes-de-carros/review/2024/10/teste-citroen-basalt-mais-barato-espacoso-nivus-fastback.ghtml. 
  7. ↑ "Citroën Basalt estreia por R$ 89.990 como o SUV mais barato do Brasil" (in pt-BR). 2024-10-02. https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/novo-citroen-basalt-estreia-por-r-89-990-como-o-suv-mais-barato-do-brasil. 
  8. ↑ "Contacto en Brasil: Citroën Basalt" (in es-ar). 2024-10-07. https://ar.motor1.com/reviews/735573/contacto-brasil-citroen-basalt/. 
  9. ↑ Daniels, Pearl (2025-11-21). "2026 Citroen Basalt Vision Debuts – Sportier, Sharper, More Aggressive" (in en-US). https://www.rushlane.com/2026-citroen-basalt-vision-debuts-sportier-sharper-more-aggressive-12534694.html. 
  10. ↑ "Citroen Basalt SUV Coupe Deliveries Begin" (in en). 2024-08-30. https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/citroen-basalt-suvcoupe-deliveries-commence-33097.htm. 
  11. ↑ Panji, Rizen (2025-07-24). "Citroen C3 Sport dan Basalt Resmi Dijual di GIIAS 2025" (in id). https://www.carmudi.co.id/journal/citroen-c3-sport-dan-basalt-resmi-dijual-di-giias-2025/. 
  12. ↑ Sudjatmiko, Suryo (2025-07-24). "Citroen Basalt Dijual Di GIIAS 2025 Mulai Rp 360 Jutaan, Opsi SUV Perkotaan" (in id). https://otodriver.com/berita/2025/citroen-basalt-dijual-di-giias-2025-mulai-rp-360-jutaan-opsi-suv-perkotaan-citecdfcaan. 
  13. ↑ Bubear, Ryan (10 March 2026). "Citroën Basalt (2026) Price & Specs". https://www.cars.co.za/motoring-news/citroen-basalt-2026-price-specs/339229/. 
  14. ↑ "Official results of the Citroen Basalt + 4 Airbags 2025". https://www.latinncap.com/en/result/199/citroen-basalt-+-4-airbags. 
  15. ↑ "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2024" (in pt-BR). 4 January 2025. https://www.autoo.com.br/emplacamentos/veiculos-mais-vendidos/2024/. 
  16. ↑ "Ventas: diciembre (y totales) 2024". https://www.autoblog.com.uy/2025/01/ventas-diciembre-y-totales-2024.html. 
  17. ↑ "Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2025". 5 January 2026. https://www.autoo.com.br/emplacamentos/veiculos-mais-vendidos/2025/. 
  18. ↑ "Ventas: diciembre (y totales) 2025". https://www.autoblog.com.uy/2026/01/ventas-diciembre-y-totales-2025.html. 

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