Citroën, the French carmaker founded in 1919, entered the Indian passenger car market in 2019. The brand started with models such as the C5 Aircross and later introduced the locally developed C3, ë-C3, Aircross and Basalt. Citroën has built its India strategy around comfort, distinctive styling and locally engineered products. In 2025 and 2026, the company refreshed its range with the X series, including the C3X, AircrossX and BasaltX, while also updating its electric offering with the new ë-C3X.
Interesting Facts
- Citroën has been present in India since 2019, while the brand itself has more than a century of history.
- The C3 was developed in India with more than 90% localization at launch, using Citroën’s local R&D and manufacturing facilities.
- In April 2026, Stellantis announced the export of the Citroën Basalt to South Africa, taking cumulative Citroën exports from India to the country to 10,000 vehicles.
Attribute | Details |
Price Range | ₹4.99 lakh onwards* |
Models | 5 models |
Fuel Options | Petrol and Electric |
Most Affordable | Citroën C3X |
Body Styles | Hatchback, SUV and SUV-Coupé |
First India Model | C5 Aircross |
First EV | ë-C3 |
Safety | Up to 6 airbags on current models |
Manufacturing Hub | Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu |
R&D Centre | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Powertrain Plant | Hosur, Tamil Nadu |
Parent Company | Stellantis |
Prices vary by model, variant, city and applicable offers. Citroën’s current India website lists the C3X from ₹4.99 lakh and the C5 Aircross from ₹37.32 lakh.
Citroën Sales History
Citroën is still a relatively small player in India’s passenger car market, but its sales improved towards the end of 2025 after the brand refreshed the C3, Aircross and Basalt. The C3 became its main volume driver, while the X range helped bring more features and comfort to the lineup. In 2026, Citroën has continued this strategy with new Comfort Edition models and the updated ë-C3X.
Citroën Cars by Segment
Hatchbacks: The C3X is Citroën’s affordable petrol hatchback, with a focus on comfort, compact dimensions and everyday city use. The ë-C3X adds an electric option to the same basic formula.
SUVs: The AircrossX is the brand’s family-focused SUV and is available with five- and seven-seat layouts. The C5 Aircross sits higher in the range and offers a more premium SUV experience.
SUV-Coupé: The BasaltX gives Citroën a distinctive SUV-coupé body style. It uses petrol engines and is positioned as a stylish alternative to conventional compact SUVs.
Electric Cars: The ë-C3X is Citroën’s current electric offering in India. The updated model uses a 29.2kWh battery and has a claimed range of up to 325 km.
Citroën Car Price Range in India
Citroën cars in India currently start at around ₹4.99 lakh ex-showroom for the C3X. The range extends to ₹37.32 lakh for the C5 Aircross, keeping the complete lineup below the ₹40 lakh mark. The BasaltX and AircrossX sit in the middle of the range, while the ë-C3X provides a relatively affordable electric option.
All Citroën Car Prices in India
Model | Ex-Showroom Price |
Citroën C3X | ₹4.99 – 9.45 Lakh* |
Citroën BasaltX | ₹8.55 – 14.11 Lakh* |
Citroën AircrossX | ₹8.89 – 14.57 Lakh* |
Citroën ë-C3X | ₹11.99 – 13.26 Lakh* |
Citroën C5 Aircross | ₹37.32 Lakh* |
Note: Prices are ex-showroom and may vary by city, variant and applicable updates. The C3 range was revised to ₹4.95-9.45 lakh in January 2026, while current Citroën listings show the refreshed C3X from ₹4.99 lakh.
Citroën Manufacturing in India
Citroën’s India manufacturing operations are based at the Thiruvallur facility in Tamil Nadu, near Chennai. The company also has an R&D centre in Chennai and a powertrain plant in Hosur. The local facility plays an important role in producing India-focused models and supporting exports. In April 2026, Stellantis marked the rollout of its 50,000th Smart Car from the Thiruvallur plant.
