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Citroën launches the all-new Basalt in South Africa

Mar 26, 2026 Citroën, Basalt, SUV-coupé, Citroën’s C-Cubed programme, Mmathapelo Khumalo, Citroën South Africa.


Citroën launches the all-new Basalt in South Africa

 

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, with elevated ground clearance, robust exterior detailing, while a fastback-style roofline contributes to aerodynamic efficiency.

 

The interior prioritises comfort, space and everyday usability. The cabin offers generous legroom for all occupants and a practical five-seat layout, complemented by a 470-litre boot. A 10-inch Citroën Connect floating touchscreen with wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® is paired with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, keeping 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.

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

 

Citroën Basalt value proposition

Citroën Basalt PLUS 1.2 Turbo 6-Speed Automatic

R 354,900.00

Citroën Basalt MAX 1.2 Turbo 6-Speed Automatic

R 369,900.00

 

The Basalt comes with a 4 Years / 60 000 km Service Plan and a 5 Years / 100 000 km Warranty.

 

"The Citroën Basalt introduces a distinctive attitude to the local SUV segment, combining confident design with the comfort, technology and everyday usability that define the Citroën brand," says Mmathapelo Khumalo, Head of Citroën South Africa. The Citroën Basalt is available at dealerships nationwide.
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