Citroën C3-XR
The Citroën C3-XR is a Chinese-exclusive subcompact crossover from the Franco-Chinese joint venture Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën.[2][3]
| Citroën C3-XR | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Citroën[a] |
| Also called | Citroën C3L |
| Production | C3-XR: 2014–present C3L: 2020–present |
| Assembly | China: Wuhan (DPCA) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV Subcompact crossover sedan (C3L) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV 4-door sedan (C3L)[1] |
| Platform | PSA PF1 platform |
| Related | Citroën C-Elysée Peugeot 301 Citroën C3 Citroën C3 Aircross Citroën C4 Cactus Peugeot 2008 Peugeot 208 DS 3 Opel Crossland X |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L I4 (petrol) 1.6 L I4 turbo (petrol) 1.2 L I4 turbo (petrol) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm (104 in) 2,655 mm (105 in) (C3L) |
| Length | 4,260 mm (168 in) 4,505 mm (177 in) (C3L) |
| Width | 1,790 mm (70 in) 1,748 mm (69 in) (C3L) |
| Height | 1,560 mm (61 in) 1,513 mm (60 in) (C3L) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Citroën C2 |
A three-box version has been marketed from 2020 to 2021 under the name Citroën C3L.
Overview
Originally previewed by the concept Citroën C–XR during the 2014 Beijing Auto Show in April 2014,[4][5] the C3-XR is derived from the Citroën C-Elysée.[6] Citroën debuted the C3-XR on the 2014 Paris Auto Show, and released the production version in China on the 2014 Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2014.[7]
The actual production version of the Citroën C3–XR was launched on the China car market on December 21, 2014.[8] A special anniversary edition package for the Citroën C3–XR was available, when the joint venture of Dongfeng PSA celebrates its twenty fifth anniversary in 2017.
The special edition was sold as a package exclusively for the 134 hp 1.2 liter turbo version released in 2016. The package comes in two trim levels, including the glitter and gold trim.[9]
Engines
During the initial release, available engines for the Citroën C3–XR are a 117 hp 1.6 liter engine and a 167 hp 1.6 liter turbo engine.
An additional engine option was added for the Citroen C3–XR in 2016. The added engine was a 1.2 litre turbocharged four cylinder petrol engine with an output of 136 hp and 230 nm, and was mated to a six speed automatic gearbox. The updated model was released to the car market in China in March 2016.[10]
2019 facelift
The C3–XR received a facelift in 2019, featuring a restyled front fascia. The facelift was revealed on January 16, 2019, and was available in the market by March 2019. Engine options include a 1.6 litre engine, producing 117 hp, and a 1.2 litre turbo engine, producing 136 hp, both mated to either a five speed manual gearbox, and one six speed semi automatic gearbox.[11]
This facelift failed to stop quickly decreasing sales volumes.[12]
2021 facelift
The C3-XR gets a second facelift in May 2021. The front of the vehicle is heavily updated, evoking the recent facelift of the C3 Aircross. The C3-XR also gets a more modern interior. It will be on sale from July 2021.[13]
Citroën C3L (M443)
In 2020, a 4-door crossover sedan version was released, called the C3L whose design is similar in concept to the Volvo S60 Cross Country.[1] The C3L is produced only for Chinese market at the Wuhan plant. The design incorporates numerous elements from the C3-XR, another vehicle derived from the C-Elysee. The suspension is raised and the bodywork has plastic protections in the bumpers and along the side. The Citroën C3L is 4,505 mm long, 1,748 mm wide, 1,513 mm tall with a 2,655 mm long wheelbase. The engine is a 1.2-liter VTi three-cylinder producing 114 hp and 140 lb-ft (190 Nm) of torque and mated to a six-speed Aisin automatic transmission.[14]
Notes
- ^ PSA Group (2014–2021)
Stellantis (2021–present)
References
- ^ a b "Citroën's Oddly-Shaped C3L is a Crossover-Derived Sedan Exclusive for China". May 2020.
- ^ Wang, Joey (September 9, 2014). "First Official Images of the new Citroen C3-XR for China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (December 26, 2014). "Citroen C3-XR SUV launched in China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ "【图】2014北京车展：东风雪铁龙C-XR概念车_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn.
- ^ Wang, Joey (December 15, 2014). "This is the Citroen C3-XR SUV for China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Chevalier, Jacques (2014-04-21). "Citroën C-XR : grand frère du Peugeot 2008". Le Point (in French). Retrieved 2017-10-08.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (October 5, 2014). "This is the new Citroen C3-XR for the China car market". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (October 16, 2014). "Citroen C3-XR will hit the China car market on December 21". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Ning, W. E. (April 10, 2017). "Citroen C3-XR Anniversary Edition Gets An 11.6 Inch Touch Screen And Some Glitter And Gold". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Wang, Joey (February 26, 2016). "Citroen C3-XR to go 1.2 Turbo in China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ "【图】1月16日亮相 新款东风雪铁龙C3-XR官图_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn.
- ^ Sales, ModelCitroën Car SalesCitroën Model (2015-04-22). "Citroën C3-XR China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 2021-05-26.
- ^ Говоров, Андрей. "Растерявший покупателей Citroen C3-XR ещё раз обновлён: агрессивнее снаружи и спокойнее внутри - КОЛЕСА.ру – автомобильный журнал". www.kolesa.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2021-05-26.
- ^ "Citroën's Oddly-Shaped C3L Is A Crossover-Derived Sedan Exclusive For China". 1 May 2020. Retrieved 6 November 2020.