Called C3-XR, Citroën’s next crossover is nearly identical to the C-XR concept but it features more realistic headlights and a decidedly less premium appearance. The car stretches 163 inches long and 68 inches wide, dimensions that place it at the smaller end of the crossover segment.
Interior pictures were not leaked but Citroën has previously hinted the C3-XR will pack a well-appointed cockpit with room for up to five passengers and their gear. Tech-minded buyers will be able to order the crossover with a touch screen-based infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity and a rear-view camera.
Base models will reportedly be powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, while more expensive variants will gain a 163-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo four. Power will be sent to the front wheels exclusively, meaning the C3-XR will not be a true off-roader in spite of its raised ground clearance.
Set to be assembled in China, the Citroën C3-XR will greet the public for the first time at the Guangzhou Motor Show that will open its doors to the public next November. The C3-XR will go on sale across China before the end of the year, but Citroën is not currently planning on adding the crossover to its lineup in other markets.
Live images by Ronan Glon.
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