Citroen Basalt: BHPians reveal their choice of variant & engine

While the Basalt doesn't come with an exhaustive feature list as compared to its segment rivals, it still features a generous package of amenities.

BHPian Ripcord09 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Citroen Basalt is technically the first ICE-powered mass-market coupe SUV launched in India. It is offered with two engine options along with manual and automatic transmission options to choose from.

While the Basalt doesn't come with an exhaustive feature list as compared to its segment rivals, it still features a generous package of amenities. Its standout feature, however, is its exceptional ride quality, which sets it apart and compensates for feature omissions.

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There are a total of 3 variants on offer. Here's a deep dive into all the variants to help you identify the most valuable trim for your preferences.

You

Top Features

• 15-inch Steel Wheels
• Halogen Headlamps
• Fabric Upholstery
• Manual Air-conditioner
• Front Power Windows
• Integrated Headrests
• 4 Airbags
• Reverse Parking Sensors
• ESP
• Hill-hold Assist
• ABS with EBD
• ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Plus

Top Features Over You

• 16-inch Steel Wheels with Wheel Cover
• Steering-mounted Controls
• Driver Seat Height Adjust
• Steering Tilt Adjust
• Adjustable Headrests
• 10.2-inch Infotainment
• Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• 4-speaker Audio
• All 4 Power Windows
• Electrically-adjustable ORVMs
• Remote Keyless Entry
• TPMS
• Automatic Climate Control (turbo-petrol only)
• LED Projector Headlamps (turbo-petrol only)
• Front Fog Lamps (turbo-petrol only)
• Rear AC Vents (turbo-petrol only)
• Rear Defogger (turbo-petrol only)
• Engine Start/Stop Button (turbo-petrol only)

Max

Top Features Over Plus

• 16-inch Diamond-cut Alloy Wheels
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 6-speaker Audio
• Rear Seats Adjustable Under-thigh Support (AT)
• Rear-view Camera
• Connected car tech (AT)

Conclusion

The base variant of the Citroen Basalt severely lacks features. Considering the top-spec doesn't offer all that more compared to the mid-spec, the Plus trim offers the best value for money.

Buyers can choose between all combinations of engine and transmission options offered on the Basalt’s mid-spec variant.

Do you think that Plus is the most value-for-money variant, also if you had to buy, which variant would you pick?

Here's what BHPian sharmanova had to say on the matter:

For me it would be Max Turbo AT as it gets Connected car tech and Rear seat thigh support over Max Turbo MT. Citroen should've offered this features even in the MT also.

Agree with @Ripcord09, Plus trim is the most VFM especially with the Turbo engine. But since top variant has some good to have features, so I've voted for the top variant .

Here's what BHPian DCEite had to say on the matter:

Basalt Turbo Petrol Max 1.2 MT for me, since I see this as more of a chauffer driven car.

The rear seat adjustable underthigh support, better music system are some of the reasons for picking this variant.

Since its Chauffer driven, MT is ok.

Pity though that cruise control is not provided even in the top trim.

Here's what BHPian volkman10 had to say on the matter:

The reality is out:

• Citroen Basalt Max accounts for 60 percent of bookings
• 50 percent Max buyers opting for automatic gearbox
• Polar White and Garnet Red are popular colour choices
• A 70:30 split is being observed for engine choices, with the naturally aspirated unit accounting for 30 percent.

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Here's what BHPian s2k_scorpioN had to say on the matter:

Voted: Plus 1.2 Turbo Petrol MT

All the features you need. The rear thigh support is missed, but I am not entirely sold on it with regards to how usable is it and if it would be as comfortable as it is projected to be. Everything else is a nice to have, but won't be missed during ownership. MT for the mileage, considering it a turbo engine. The AT being Aisin is definitely worth considering, but the increase in price is STEEP. The jump from the base variant to the voted option itself is quite steep and a tough pill to swallow.

Who is this base variant for? Taxis? It would be unsightly to see this beautifully designed car being used like that. No aspirational sentiment would come from that.

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