Is the Citroen Basalt 2025 the Perfect Blend of Style and Practicality?

If you want a compact SUV that looks sporty, feels premium, and still fits family needs, the Citroen Basalt should be on your shortlist. It mixes SUV stance with a coupe roofline, comes loaded with safety, and is priced to take on segment leaders like Creta and Seltos.

By Bibhab Kumar

Quick Summary (Why it Matters?):-

• Price (ex-showroom, India): ₹8.32–14.10 lakh across 10 variants, including a Dark Edition.
• Engines: 1.2 NA petrol (82 PS/115 Nm) & 1.2 turbo petrol (110 PS; 190 Nm MT / 205 Nm AT). 6-speed MT or 6-speed AT.
• Dimensions: 4352 mm L, 1765 mm W, 1593 mm H, 2651 mm wheelbase, 180 mm ground clearance, 470 L boot.
• Safety: 6 airbags, ESP, ISOFIX standard; Bharat NCAP 4-star rating.
• Launched in India: August 2025

Design & Space:-

Basalt’s coupe-inspired rear, raised bonnet, and LED lighting give it a fresh European look. Despite the sloping roof, the long 2651 mm wheelbase and 470 L boot keep it practical for five people plus luggage—great for school runs and weekend trips.

Engines & Mileage:-

• 1.2 NA Petrol (MT): calm, fuel-friendly for daily commuting. 82 PS/115 Nm.
• 1.2 Turbo Petrol: the all-rounder. 110 PS; 190 Nm (MT) or 205 Nm (AT) for easy overtakes. ARAI economy up to 18.7–19.5 km/l depending on gearbox.

Cabin & Tech Features:-

You get a 10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 7-inch digital cluster, auto climate control, wireless charger, rear AC vents and good rear under-thigh support—features tuned for Indian families.

Safety:-

All variants ship with six airbags, ESC, hill-hold, TPMS, ISOFIX and 3-point belts for all seats. In Bharat NCAP tests, Basalt scored 4 stars (AOP 26.19/32; COP 35.90/49), which is strong for this class.

Variants & Price (What I’d Pick):-

• You (base, NA petrol MT): ₹8.32 lakh — value starter if your drive is mostly city.
• Plus/Max Turbo (MT/AT): ₹9.99–13.87 lakh — best balance of power and kit.
• Max Turbo Dark Edition AT: up to ₹14.10 lakh — for the full blacked-out look.

Bibhab’s take: For mixed city-highway use, go Turbo AT (Plus or Max). The extra 205 Nm torque with the 6-speed automatic makes traffic and hill starts stress-free, while still returning sensible mileage.

Should you Buy the Citroen Basalt?

If you’re bored with “same-same” SUVs, the Citroen Basalt gives you standout style without giving up space, safety or value. With a competitive price band, strong standard safety, and a torquey turbo-petrol, it’s a smart, family-friendly upgrade that still turns heads. — written by Bibhab Kumar.

FAQs:-

Is there a diesel? No, Basalt is petrol-only (NA & turbo).
What are the exact dimensions? 4352×1765×1593 mm; wheelbase 2651 mm; ground clearance 180 mm.
Safety rating? Bharat NCAP 4-star, with 6 airbags & ESC across variants.