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After the pre-sale launched at the end of 2024, Citroën presented during its summer actions to the Basaltthe compact SUV with a coupe cut that, in addition to its striking silhouette, stands out for being the cheapest model in its segment.
Its range is made up of four versions and two types of engines coupled to a manual transmission or another CVT-type automatic transmission. The entry-level variant costs $ 22.820.000about $ 4 million below the Fiat Pulse and the Citroën C3 Aircross, whose prices start at $ 27,020,000.
A no small fact is that this launch price – corresponding to the Live PK variant – is even lower than the value it had during the pre-sale.
Produced at the Brazilian plant in Porto Real, the Basalt is the third compact SUV that Citroën offers in our market (along with the C3 Aircross and C4 Cactus). It is also the third and last exponent of the C-Cubo project that was born in 2022 with C3 and continued in 2023 with C3 Aircross.
Aesthetically it has many similarities with the Fiat Fastback and the new Renault Arkana, despite being a few centimeters shorter. These models stand out for their ground clearance, raised hood, flared fenders with black moldings and a long tailgate drop.
Another joint attribute is the interior space and the generous loading capacity of its trunk. 490 liters which can be expanded up to 1,540 with the rear seats folded.
Mechanically the versions Live PK and Feel have the well-known 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 115 horsepower, associated with a five-speed manual gearbox.
The entire range has a 10″ multimedia screen and four airbags. In terms of equipment, the base version stands out for having four airbags, hill start assist, electric steering, armrest for the driver, Isofix hooks for child seats, multimedia system with 10-inch touch screen with wireless connection Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and multifunction steering wheel.
In turn, the version Feel It adds a rear view camera, tire pressure monitoring system, perimeter alarm, electrically adjustable mirrors, LED daytime running lights and alloy wheels.
The versions Shine y First Edition They are distinguished by having the 120 HP 1.0 turbo three-cylinder engine (T200), associated with a seven-speed CVT automatic transmission.
The trunk capacity (490 liters) is another of its virtues. Both have similar equipment, adding rear parking sensors, automatic climate control, programmable speed limiter and regulator, and eco-leather upholstery compared to the other versions.
Likewise, the special First Edition series is characterized by being the only one with a two-tone body and exclusive customization.
