(6.7% share), Toyota registrations decreased 5.6% (6.5% share), Dacia registrations increased 4.3% (5.3% share), Renault registrations increased 1.8% (4.7% share). The best-selling cars in March, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Leapmotor T03, Fiat Grande Panda and Citroen C3. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in March decreased 18.5% y/y to 37,678 units ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Peugeot Landtrek pickup called “FEVER,” designed for local driving conditions. Then the updated Peugeot 408 will be introduced in late spring 2026, which will feature a 1.6 PureTech gasoline engine of 215 hp paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. In summer 2026, Citroën will expand the C3 Aircross lineup with a version powered by a third-generation 1.2 PureTech gasoline engine of 130 hp paired with 6-speed AISIN automatic transmissio...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Citroën launches new generation Basalt SUV-Coupé in South Africa On March 25, Citroën launched the new generation Basalt SUV-coupé in South Africa. The Basalt is the third model sourced from India under Citroën’s C-Cubed programme, joining the Citroën C3 and Citroën Aircross to complete the local lineup. The model is powered by a 1.2-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 81 kW and 205 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm and is p...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Citroen launches C3 Aircross MAX Hybrid in Colombia On March 11, it was reported that Citroen introduced the new C3 Aircross MAX Híbrida in Colombia. The model features a 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 134 hp and 230 Nm of torque, paired with a 21 hp electric motor delivering 51 Nm. Combined output reaches 143 hp. It features a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with front-wheel drive. The mild-hybrid system use...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

lights include a spacious interior with strong rear-seat comfort and high ground clearance suited for South African roads. The car also features Citroën’s Advanced Comfort programme, modern infotainment and connectivity, and a strong safety package. Citroën Basalt will join the updated Citroën C3 and C3 Aircross, helping strengthen the brand's presence in South Africa’s passenger vehicle segments. Based on Stellantis South Africa press rel...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Weineng Battery secures nearly CNY 2 billion from Series C financing On February 13, Wuhan Weineng Battery Asset Co., Ltd. (Weineng Battery), owned by companies including NIO and CATL, closed a Series C3 equity financing worth CNY 1 billion and brought in two new key shareholders from Hefei. This raised the total proceeds from Weineng Battery’s Series C financing to nearly CNY 2 billion. The proceeds will be used for battery asset management op...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

Saipa starts delivery of Citroen C3-XR vehicles in Iran On February 17, Saipa Group started delivering Citroen C3-XR vehicles in Iran. Saipa Citroen also launched production and assembly line of this product. The Citroen C3-XR product has successfully passed all the necessary standards and is currently in the mass production stage. Based on social media updates of Saipa Group...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

efreshed Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram LD HEMI V-8 accounted for over 30% of y-o-y growth, partially offset by a decrease in PHEV shipments.    • Enlarged Europe reported a decrease of approximately 26,000 units, or 4% y-o-y. Increased shipments of the four Smart Car platform nameplates (Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, Opel Frontera, Fiat Grande Panda), rose 61,000 units, or 127% y-o-y, due to an expanding range of BEV, MHEV, and ICE powertrain varia...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/07

Citroën launches 2026 C3 and Aircross model in South Africa On February 3, Citroën South Africa introduced the Model Year 2026 (MY26) Citroën C3 and Aircross, featuring upgrades in technology, comfort, and daily convenience. The refreshed Citroën C3 is offered with 1.2-litre PureTech gasoline engine options, including a turbocharged variant paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It also features a 10-inch HD touchscreen and enhanced s...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/06

reased 0.2% (7.1% share), Volkswagen registrations increased 3.0% (6.2% share), Peugeot registrations decreased 2.0% (5.0% share), and Audi registrations increased 2.6% (4.9% share) from a year ago. The best-selling cars in January, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3, Fiat Grande Panda and Toyota Aygo X. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in Janua...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/03

s “Electric All In,” electric cars are becoming more affordable. For Opel, the focus is on electric models such as the Grandland Electric and Astra Electric, including a new Astra Electric, which is coming soon. Citroën Germany is offering subsidies on all its electric models, including the ë-C3 Aircross, ë-C4, C5 Aircross Electric and Plug-In Hybrid, ë-Berlingo, and ë-Spacetourer. VW will also introduce the ID. Polo this year as an entr...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

creased 1.8% (7.9% share), Volkswagen brand registrations decreased 7.6% (7.3% share), Dacia registrations decreased 2.0% (6.2% share), Peugeot registrations decreased 3.5% (4.9% share). The best-selling cars in 2025, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3 and Toyota Yaris X. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in 2025 decreased 18.3% to...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

Chery's Omoda unveils C4 cyber-mecha crossover According to the press release from Omoda Russia on October 20, Omoda Russia unveiled the C4 mecha crossover previously known as C3 at the Omoda and Jaecoo International Customer Summit. Omoda C4 features a bold “cyber-mecha” design, defined by sharp, angular lines and a lightning bolt motif that runs through its headlights, sides, and rear. With this model, Omoda highlights personalization throu...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

ovement reflects normalized inventory dynamics, in comparison to 2024’s inventory reduction initiative, which temporarily reduced production. Europe Q3 shipments increased approximately 38,000 units, driven by the start of production of four B-segment “Smart Car” platform nameplates, Citroën C3, Citroën C3 Aircross, Opel Frontera and Fiat Grande Panda. The 16,000 unit increase in Middle East & Africa reflected increases in Algeria, where ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/11

Citroen, India Aircross 5-seater SUV scores 5-star in Bharat NCAP crash test On September 29, 2025, the Citroën C3 Aircross 5-seater SUV was awarded a 5-star safety rating in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and a 4-star rating in Child Occupant Protection (COP) under the latest crash testing protocols. For adult safety, the C3 Aircross achieved 27.05 out of 32 points overall. The frontal offset deformable barrier test yielded a score of 11.05 ou...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

improves efficiency. The MINI used 15.0 kWh/ 100 km, while the FIAT used 15.5 kWh/ 100 km. Smaller batteries mean shorter range, especially in cold weather. In warm conditions, the MINI achieved 268 km and the FIAT 340 km; in winter, the models dropped to 184 km and 225 km respectively. Citroën ë-C3 scored 91% (5 stars), while gasoline models such as Hyundai i20 scored 60% (3.5 stars) and BMW 1 Series scored 59% (3 stars), which is lower but st...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

UK launches GBP 1,500 Electric Car Grant to increase EV adoption and support auto industry On August 5, the UK government announced that drivers can save GBP 1,500 on new electric vehicles (EVs) under the new GBP 650 million Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme. Four Citroën models i.e., ë-C3, ë-C4, ë-C5, and ë-Berlingo are the first to qualify. The discount is automatically applied at purchase, with no paperwork needed. The ECG allows manufactur...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Citroen expands C3 Aircross lineup with new electric extended-range model offering 400 km range On July 21, Stellantis announced that Citroen is adding a new “Electric 113 Extended-Range” version to the C3 Aircross lineup. It features an electric motor of 113 hp, a battery of 50 kWh, and provides a range up to 400 km. The pricing starts from EUR 30,690 (for PLUS trim) and offers a top speed of 143 km/h. It also offers fast charging from 20...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

Stellantis South Africa to unveil new models across Citroen, Opel, Jeep, and Leapmotor On July 22, Stellantis South Africa’s Managing Director announced that the new Citroen C3 Basalt will be coming early next year to complete the brand’s affordable hatchback and SUV line-up. It also launched the Citroen Hola panel van, which is designed for small businesses and urban use. Opel Frontera will arrive in early 2026, joining the Corsa, Mokka, and...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

rged Europe, Q2 2025 shipments declined by 6% YoY to 722,000 units, due to ongoing model transitions. New B-segment models under the “Smart Car” platform are still ramping up production. Fiat 500 ICE was also paused, awaiting its mild-hybrid replacement. However, Smart Car models (i.e. Citroën C3 and C3 Aircross, Opel/ Vauxhall Frontera and Fiat Grande Panda) shipments rose 45% or 25,000 units compared to Q1 2025. In other regions, shipments...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21