CITROËN BASALT MT

The Basalt is Citroën India’s first attempt at a lifestyle SUV. It does get a lot of things right, especially the Coupe SUV styling and competitive pricing.

- ABHISHEK PANDEY

CITROEN BASALT MAX TURBO MT (DUAL TONE)

Engine: 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol Power: 110PS @ 5,500rpm Torque: 190Nm @ 1,750rpm

Weight: 1175-1202 kg Gearbox: 6-speed manual Price: 11.49 lakh onwards ex-showroom

While most buyers will opt for the more convenient automatic transmission variant of the Basalt, it’s the manual variant that I am more keen on reviewing, especially with the enthusiastic 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol motor that produces 110PS and 190Nm.