Citroën South Africa introduces the new Basalt, an SUV-coupé that adds a fresh design expression, combining bold styling, intuitive connectivity and Citroën’s advanced comfort, without compromising on interior space or everyday practicality.
The South African specification focuses on everyday convenience, featuring Proxi-Sense™ keyless entry and push-button start, cruise control with speed limiter, automatic air-conditioning and rear air vents designed for warm-weather comfort.
Power is delivered a responsive 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, producing 81 kW and 205 Nm of torque, paired with a smooth 6-speed automatic transmission to balance performance and everyday efficiency.
Inside, a soft-touch instrument panel extends across the cabin, complemented practical storage solutions and a spacious 5-seater layout that enhances the Basalt’s modern, refined interior.
Safety is strengthened through a high-strength body structure and a comprehensive suite of systems, including Electronic Stability Control, hill-hold control, tyre-pressure monitoring, ISOFIX child-seat anchors and six airbags as standard.
Johannesburg, 25 March 2026 — Citroën introduces the new Basalt in South Africa, an SUV-coupé that combines bold design, generous interior space and advanced comfort technologies. The Basalt becomes the third model sourced from India under Citroën’s C-Cubed programme, joining the C3 and Aircross to complete the local C-Cubed line-up. Its design blends a confident SUV stance with coupé-inspired proportions, expressed through elevated ground clearance, a strong bonnet line and robust exterior detailing, while a fastback-style roofline creates a distinctive silhouette and contributes to aerodynamic efficiency.
Interior Space and Comfort
The interior reflects Citroën’s people-focused approach to design, prioritising comfort, space and everyday usability. The cabin offers generous legroom for all occupants and a practical five-seat layout, complemented a 470-litre boot that supports active lifestyles and family use. A 10-inch Citroën Connect floating touchscreen with wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® is paired with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, creating a clean, uncluttered cockpit that keeps essential information within the driver’s natural line of sight.
Comfort-focused features include automatic air-conditioning with rear air vents, front and rear armrests, and height-adjustable front headrests, helping reduce fatigue on longer journeys. Together, these elements express Citroën’s Advanced Comfort philosophy, delivering a composed, relaxed driving experience and reinforcing the brand’s reputation for vehicles engineered to absorb the demands of everyday South African road conditions.
Smart, Human-Centric Technology
10‑inch Citroën Connect floating touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
7‑inch digital instrument cluster
Everyday Convenience
Cruise control with speed limiter
Keyless entry with proximity sensing (Proxi‑Sense™) and push-button start
Electric windows all round
Electrically adjustable and folding exterior mirrors
Practical interior storage solutions
Automatic air-conditioning with rear vents
Safety and Peace of Mind
High-strength body structure
Six airbags as standard
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and Hill Hold Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Rear parking sensors
ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Two ISOFIX child-seat anchor points
Powertrain
1.2‑litre turbo engine, 6‑speed automatic
81 kW and 205 Nm of torque from 1 750 rpm
Efficient performance tailored for South African driving conditions
