A bit of disappointing trend in India these day. This is even seen with educated folks. They want all the gimmicks like sunroof, wireless charger, huge touch screens etc in a entry level car and they don't give a shit about the basics like good engine, mechanicals, safety. I genuinely think Citroen C3 has realised the gap and played smartly. If you are someone who wants a CAR and not a smartphone, chances are your shopping stops with C3. I want cars like these succeed. In reality though, mechanically compromised, feature rich cars like MG, Kia, and Hyundai have succeeded.
The Alto, India's one of the largest selling smallest car with no power, cycle tures and scary ride even in city , offers same type of features( or lack of it) and still commands 5l tag ! And everyone here wants C3 to come at a cheaper price . LOL
As a British man I find it so strange how awful the equipment are on these variants. 2 airbags? Really? We have at least 6 normally in the uk, and how cheap have they made it?! Not even got electric mirror adjusters
It's biggest strength is also what the Tata Punch boasts about - Great ride quality. So which one will be better, I wonder. Hope the C3's prices are competitive given the number of features it comes without.
Citroen is doing the same mistake as Ford has done in the past, not providing the basic features that a car of their segment provides. Fingers crossed for Citroen. 👍
I quite liked this vehicle.. basic, neat looking, great power and a plush ride! What else do one need in a driver's car!.. good they did not give fancy features as standard, that can keep the cost in check. Wish Citroen C3 success.
A car with bare minimum features and options to curate the car with accessories as per one's preference is much better than getting ready made packages with an expensive accessories list. Pricing of the car and accessories list will be key for citroen. Getting a shell car and personalising it within budget will be a remarkable experience.
Same car in international market gets bundle of essential features which is missing in India 🇮🇳 version. It’s high time Citroen must take India seriously
Citroen has missed out on many features that come standard on cars in this segment. Sales will be impacted because of this, potential customers will walk away when they have to shell out extra cash for accessories that come as standard in other models.
Other sub 4 meter cars all have very basic suspension, they are noisy. I think the c3 is giving very good air conditioning and suspension setup. It’s just the Choise what’s more important for the buyer. I would personally take the better AC and suspension instead of removable headrest
I didn't like this car I think Tata Punch is way better not just only in look but also in quality. Don't think Citroen will be able to capture high sales mark with this car as well they need to do a lot more to impress customers.
In 2022, you launch a car without rear power windows in its top trim and manual adjustments for mirror, alongside a long list of misses... This is destined to be a failure!!!
Not everyone middle class ppl go with technical aspects.....only features will drag them to buy......even u have best engine, best torque, best suspension.....but only features can make them buy.........
Looks like another 'Peugeot Strategy for India' in making! No electrically controlled ORVM, flap style door handles, Alloy wheels is optional even in the top trim model, no AT, etc to name a few. Couldn't find a rear wiper/ defogger as well.
Don't understand the obsession with touchscreens these days, Instead they should provide basic features like electrically adjustable orvm, central locking, power window controls on the door. Also why there is no automatic? People in cities(which is where it's going to sell) these days prefer automatics
If price placed under 6.5 lakhs for topend then it will get sale if more priced.. with that features we can put a garlands on it. It’s only have old alto k10 features.. 🙂🙃🙂🙃
The Best review I got from Autocar,No Alloys,Rear wash and wipe,Sunroof,Adjustable Headrests front and rear seat,No Projector or led HEADLIGHTS,Power mirrors switch and power windows switch buttons are from old santro xing,Zero Citroen Dealer in NorthEast
Okay. My friend just got the Punch and the ride quality exceeded my expectation, with necessary features like rear camera. Now, with such features missing even on the highest end, citroen should start this not higher than 4.99
This car will fail with all those missing features as it's rivals have them. If you are launching in a new segment of a fairly new market for your company you need to go all out and provide the customer maximum bang for the buck. Citroen has missed a trick here.
Hope they will price it similar to the Nissan magnite or even less than the Nissan.So the ride comfort is its USP just like all other citroens 😍🙂.Eitherway nice video autocar team,loved it.
This is the best I have seen in years. Lookz spectacular! If available in the price range of 5-8.5 it will be a huge hit, depending on the economy.. Lol.
The car looks really Chinese. All the basic features such as adjustable headrest should be atleast be given for the front, the hood opener, manually adjusting mirrors , the buttons to control windows in the hand rest area really shows the cost cutting citroen has done. Hoping that it is priced within 7 range for top model coz other cars in this segment ( Kiger, Magnite, Punch,i10,santro) provides a lot more. Was eager on this car coz of the seating comfort ( as where Rolls Royce gets its suspension from) but this will come as a disappointment if not priced aggressively.
Everyone want features but no one appreciates how the engine quality, braking, mileage and safety. That's what car needs to have. We don't want big ass touch screens that's fzzzing stupid.
They should have provided electrically adjustable ORVMs, central locking and better door handles.. other missing features are still ok, if one wants they can purchase as accessories.
For me the biggest miss has to be the rear wiper. that’s where Hyundai/Kia are very smart to know where to do cost cutting. They could have given a basic speedometer and tachometer instead of that digital. The air con vents is really badly designed. Maybe they can rectify this when they launch the automatic variant. They can give rear wiper , central locking button on door , and electronically adjustable mirrors and different air con vents (that does look highly impossible although at this stage). Btw is there manual or auto dimming middle mirror? #autocarindia.
I'm saaaaad 🙆♂️🙆♀️😭 The instrument cluster looks sooo poooor (even the cheapest car in India has a better speedometer) May be tge ride quality and engine is good... but it looks so terrible 💔
The only real "features" to highlight is that 10inch touchscreen, wireless Android auto/apple carplay and driver seat height adjust.. that's it. Manual ac, power windows, usb chargers.. really?? 🤣🤣 Might as well highlight dual tone dash as a feature..
Look Interesting package, but really should add some basics such as electrically adjustable orvms, most important must need rear wiper, defogger especially due to unpredictable and increased rainy season
I will never recommend to buy this vehicle.Sharing my experience after buying and using this vehicle for 2 months. 1. Poor service. 2. Poor product. 3. Everything is cost cutting for them from manufacturer as well dealer. 4. Poor dealership and service network. 5. The mileage of 19.5 kmpl is just a dream. It just gives a mileage of 11 to 12 kmpl. 6. Dealership charges money in the name of incidental and Vas charges which is not justified. Even if we say no we don't require it they still charge us as they are taking this on behalf of handling charges which has been removed as per court order. 7. The worst part is that when u make a complaint to Citroen against the dealership you never get a response except an automated message via email. They never respond to your issues or mails. Very poor and pathetic customer service from Stellantis. 8. Poor delivery and service of the vehicle by the dealership LaMaison Kochi. Worst dealership with unprofessional sales team and sales head. 9. Having only two dealership and service centres in all kerala. Not enough space in service centre. Don't have their own paint facility nor even carwash facilities. 10. Product doesn't have a rear defogger or wiper. Also no reverse cam. The reverse cam they added as accessory is worst. Has just one reverse light as a part of cost cutting. My new car had suspension, alignment and steering box issues when delivered. Car still lies in the dealership even today. Maybe the experience will vary from dealership to dealership but this is my experience with Citroen. Finally never expected this from a French product. Citroen should also concentrate on the dealership whom they are associated and take corrective and preventive measures.
It has too many comprises for it to be successful in India, doesn't have any aspirational value and interior seems to cheap, mechanical it's amazing but in India PPL care about image of the car and this cars screams cheap. PPL will buy Baleno or Swift at this price point. No central locking guys my mid range Swift 2004 had it.
I guess majority in India people buy cars for everything else except great engineering . When I bought a Toyota, I bought it for its engine, not what they covered it with.
Citroën did the same mistake as ford did in figo next gen, the catalytic converter is popping down, which will make big hassle while manoeuvring on unscientific speed humps.
Sadly cars nowadays are all about DRLs and touchscreen.
After such aggressive cost cutting, they need to price it aggressively as well.
A bit of disappointing trend in India these day. This is even seen with educated folks. They want all the gimmicks like sunroof, wireless charger, huge touch screens etc in a entry level car and they don't give a shit about the basics like good engine, mechanicals, safety.
I genuinely think Citroen C3 has realised the gap and played smartly. If you are someone who wants a CAR and not a smartphone, chances are your shopping stops with C3.
I want cars like these succeed.
In reality though, mechanically compromised, feature rich cars like MG, Kia, and Hyundai have succeeded.
The Alto, India's one of the largest selling smallest car with no power, cycle tures and scary ride even in city , offers same type of features( or lack of it) and still commands 5l tag ! And everyone here wants C3 to come at a cheaper price . LOL
As a British man I find it so strange how awful the equipment are on these variants. 2 airbags? Really? We have at least 6 normally in the uk, and how cheap have they made it?! Not even got electric mirror adjusters
It's biggest strength is also what the Tata Punch boasts about - Great ride quality. So which one will be better, I wonder. Hope the C3's prices are competitive given the number of features it comes without.
Citroen is doing the same mistake as Ford has done in the past, not providing the basic features that a car of their segment provides. Fingers crossed for Citroen. 👍
I quite liked this vehicle.. basic, neat looking, great power and a plush ride! What else do one need in a driver's car!.. good they did not give fancy features as standard, that can keep the cost in check. Wish Citroen C3 success.
A car with bare minimum features and options to curate the car with accessories as per one's preference is much better than getting ready made packages with an expensive accessories list. Pricing of the car and accessories list will be key for citroen. Getting a shell car and personalising it within budget will be a remarkable experience.
Now my Fiat Punto evo become more valuable each day ❤️❤️
Same car in international market gets bundle of essential features which is missing in India 🇮🇳 version. It’s high time Citroen must take India seriously
C3 is aimed for matured audience...who needs a secondary rugged, minimalist second car...no nonsense just performance
This is the right way to show the back seat comfort.. sitting three people.. 👍👍 please do it in all videos..
Citroen has missed out on many features that come standard on cars in this segment. Sales will be impacted because of this, potential customers will walk away when they have to shell out extra cash for accessories that come as standard in other models.
The fact that they do not have an automatic version, this will definitely hurt their sales
Hopefully this one makes citroen slightly more mainstream
The turbo engine seems to be best in its class but pricing will play an important role
Look at those speedometer 😅😅 .
Other sub 4 meter cars all have very basic suspension, they are noisy. I think the c3 is giving very good air conditioning and suspension setup. It’s just the Choise what’s more important for the buyer. I would personally take the better AC and suspension instead of removable headrest
Superb review Renuka, usually I don’t watch videos length more than 10-12mins but your reviews doesn’t feel like long 😊 big fan 🙌🏼
I didn't like this car I think Tata Punch is way better not just only in look but also in quality. Don't think Citroen will be able to capture high sales mark with this car as well they need to do a lot more to impress customers.
In 2022, you launch a car without rear power windows in its top trim and manual adjustments for mirror, alongside a long list of misses...
This is destined to be a failure!!!
Not everyone middle class ppl go with technical aspects.....only features will drag them to buy......even u have best engine, best torque, best suspension.....but only features can make them buy.........
I will prefer a good driving experience over other features anyday.
This car can be a hit with good pricing
Everything was fine until the digital meter infront driver seat 🥲
Looks like another 'Peugeot Strategy for India' in making! No electrically controlled ORVM, flap style door handles, Alloy wheels is optional even in the top trim model, no AT, etc to name a few. Couldn't find a rear wiper/ defogger as well.
The 1.2 Turbo variant with 6 Speed Manual will be enthusiast's favourite
If they price it correctly, this car is good enough as a Taxi/Cab choice 🤣
Designer is courageous and obviously exerts high influence on the management board for providing the dimpled dashboard
C3 looks distinct , good ride quality , practicality and reasonable pricing will make big place in the indian market
It looks good even without any alloys
Don't understand the obsession with touchscreens these days, Instead they should provide basic features like electrically adjustable orvm, central locking, power window controls on the door. Also why there is no automatic? People in cities(which is where it's going to sell) these days prefer automatics
At 10:13 you three look like villains from Bollywood 😁😁😁
Only strength of C3 is outstanding ride quality and handling. If diesel engine is given is would be a nice option...
If price placed under 6.5 lakhs for topend then it will get sale if more priced.. with that features we can put a garlands on it.
It’s only have old alto k10 features.. 🙂🙃🙂🙃
under 6.5 lakhs top end? bro wtf
That's quite a rap there!
3 strolleys,
A backpack,
My handbag!
And room for more...
Price range should be between 3 lakhs to 5 lakhs by seeing their engines and features as well.
The Best review I got from Autocar,No Alloys,Rear wash and wipe,Sunroof,Adjustable Headrests front and rear seat,No Projector or led HEADLIGHTS,Power mirrors switch and power windows switch buttons are from old santro xing,Zero Citroen Dealer in NorthEast
If this is the top variant imagine the lower trims what they are going to offer. 😤😤
Seriously no central lock ?
Why ?
Best part is it’s a driver’s car , driving dynamics are never been need for Indian buyers nor auto car but very few left in Indian car market
Goa is beautiful pre-monsoons.
Tata Punch will slaughter this car in the market.
Okay. My friend just got the Punch and the ride quality exceeded my expectation, with necessary features like rear camera. Now, with such features missing even on the highest end, citroen should start this not higher than 4.99
This car will fail with all those missing features as it's rivals have them. If you are launching in a new segment of a fairly new market for your company you need to go all out and provide the customer maximum bang for the buck. Citroen has missed a trick here.
Smart compromises by Citroen...this is going to be a winner
Nobody is reviewing C3 Live variant 🥺
Hope they will price it similar to the Nissan magnite or even less than the Nissan.So the ride comfort is its USP just like all other citroens 😍🙂.Eitherway nice video autocar team,loved it.
This is the best I have seen in years. Lookz spectacular! If available in the price range of 5-8.5 it will be a huge hit, depending on the economy.. Lol.
I don't know why it looks like Reno kwid Climber edition😅
It would sell like hot cakes if priced near Celerio, WagonR segment. Also, Missing central locking is stupid.
The car looks really Chinese. All the basic features such as adjustable headrest should be atleast be given for the front, the hood opener, manually adjusting mirrors , the buttons to control windows in the hand rest area really shows the cost cutting citroen has done. Hoping that it is priced within 7 range for top model coz other cars in this segment ( Kiger, Magnite, Punch,i10,santro) provides a lot more. Was eager on this car coz of the seating comfort ( as where Rolls Royce gets its suspension from) but this will come as a disappointment if not priced aggressively.
OK but atleast they should pair the colours with something similar.. This orange is too odd looking..
I Am Impressed With Citroen C3
you seems to be ageing backwards🔥
Everyone want features but no one appreciates how the engine quality, braking, mileage and safety. That's what car needs to have. We don't want big ass touch screens that's fzzzing stupid.
that speedometer dashboard is hideous
They should have provided electrically adjustable ORVMs, central locking and better door handles.. other missing features are still ok, if one wants they can purchase as accessories.
Boasts of Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, but misses out on central locking! What a joke.
I will be a flop. Does not have basic features 😬😬
No 60 40 split no adjustable headrest, what is this, 2001? It better be priced like wagonr.
Finally hearing someone talking about a 'hatchback'. Good to see the hatchbacks coming back to life.
Rather Buy Citroen Than Punch.. Tata Has the Worst Engine.. Toyota Has the Best Engine Life.. Tata Starts Makes Sound After 60k Km..
Tata have changed a lot over the years. It's not that bad anymore
That’s why can owners were using Tata for years? Stupid logic
@@venukrithish007 the engine is still bad
Not true at all. While Tata's engine isn't up to Toyota level but it does the job pretty well. No need to make sweeping generalizations.
Punch definitely feels better on inside as well as outside than this...
Citroen just feels cheap
Somehow feel Citroen thinks very little of Indian consumers. Very basic car , reminds me of the 1st Gen Kwid.
Sad to know that there is no tachometer
For me the biggest miss has to be the rear wiper. that’s where Hyundai/Kia are very smart to know where to do cost cutting. They could have given a basic speedometer and tachometer instead of that digital. The air con vents is really badly designed. Maybe they can rectify this when they launch the automatic variant. They can give rear wiper , central locking button on door , and electronically adjustable mirrors and different air con vents (that does look highly impossible although at this stage). Btw is there manual or auto dimming middle mirror? #autocarindia.
are all the missing features available as accessories, then it is fine otherwise a no go
Thank you renuka and Autocar, so glad when I first saw the thumb nail. I have to thank Google too, for its search and suggestion engine😉
This should have been their launch car 🚙
No matter, how many companies enter Indian market. Mahindra and Tata are the best.
I'm saaaaad 🙆♂️🙆♀️😭
The instrument cluster looks sooo poooor (even the cheapest car in India has a better speedometer)
May be tge ride quality and engine is good... but it looks so terrible 💔
The only real "features" to highlight is that 10inch touchscreen, wireless Android auto/apple carplay and driver seat height adjust.. that's it.
Manual ac, power windows, usb chargers.. really?? 🤣🤣 Might as well highlight dual tone dash as a feature..
that ought to be the UGLIEST speedo / dial gauge in the industry atm
Look Interesting package, but really should add some basics such as electrically adjustable orvms, most important must need rear wiper, defogger especially due to unpredictable and increased rainy season
Punch still is better car. All basics covered in it.
One and only Tata motors
Dual tone Kwid
Did anybody notice the “chevron” logo on the nose?? 😂😂
Please tell us name of this lovely beach in goa
They have fitted a calculator instead of MID. French Nano is an apt name.
Better than punch and it is engine
I will never recommend to buy this vehicle.Sharing my experience after buying and using this vehicle for 2 months.
1. Poor service.
2. Poor product.
3. Everything is cost cutting for them from manufacturer as well dealer.
4. Poor dealership and service network.
5. The mileage of 19.5 kmpl is just a dream. It just gives a mileage of 11 to 12 kmpl.
6. Dealership charges money in the name of incidental and Vas charges which is not justified. Even if we say no we don't require it they still charge us as they are taking this on behalf of handling charges which has been removed as per court order.
7. The worst part is that when u make a complaint to Citroen against the dealership you never get a response except an automated message via email. They never respond to your issues or mails. Very poor and pathetic customer service from Stellantis.
8. Poor delivery and service of the vehicle by the dealership LaMaison Kochi. Worst dealership with unprofessional sales team and sales head.
9. Having only two dealership and service centres in all kerala. Not enough space in service centre. Don't have their own paint facility nor even carwash facilities.
10. Product doesn't have a rear defogger or wiper. Also no reverse cam. The reverse cam they added as accessory is worst. Has just one reverse light as a part of cost cutting. My new car had suspension, alignment and steering box issues when delivered. Car still lies in the dealership even today.
Maybe the experience will vary from dealership to dealership but this is my experience with Citroen.
Finally never expected this from a French product. Citroen should also concentrate on the dealership whom they are associated and take corrective and preventive measures.
very detailed
Hello, I'm planning to buy a car and my budget is 8L. Which one should I go for C3 Feel variant or Punch Adventure? Need your suggestions to decide!
After seeing the features Top model should be less than 10lac on road.
Not. Worthy of buying 🙌.
like the music at 14:34 , which track is it
Very professional review. 5 stars
It has too many comprises for it to be successful in India, doesn't have any aspirational value and interior seems to cheap, mechanical it's amazing but in India PPL care about image of the car and this cars screams cheap. PPL will buy Baleno or Swift at this price point. No central locking guys my mid range Swift 2004 had it.
That Amazing Dhoom Climax Location
5lakhs me mile to it can do something
boot space is huge!
I guess majority in India people buy cars for everything else except great engineering .
When I bought a Toyota, I bought it for its engine, not what they covered it with.
Citroën did the same mistake as ford did in figo next gen, the catalytic converter is popping down, which will make big hassle while manoeuvring on unscientific speed humps.
Looks like kwid especially from back
It never gonna be a punch rival but price between venue and Nexon.
looks like this is not an value for money car
very good package. luv it.
I think Citroen is targeting that cribby mass who keep saying 'i dont want gadgets, I want a car!'
No bling all fun
Please post Citroen C3 vs Tata Punch vs Renault Kiger vs Nissan Magnite