Citroen Basalt Secures 4 Stars at the Bharat NCAP showcasing its improved safety over the C3 Hatchback which managed to score 0 Stars!

The Citroen Basalt underwent crash testing under Bharat NCAP, assessing its safety across multiple categories, for the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP). The results showcase how well the Basalt ensures the safety of both adults and children, making it a competitive contender in the growing space of safest Indian Car Models.

Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) in Citroen Basalt

The Citroen Basalt earned commendable scores across frontal and side impact tests. In the Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test, the vehicle secured 10.19 out of 16 points, demonstrating good protection for the head and neck but only marginal protection for lower body parts. It achieved a perfect 16.00 out of 16 points in the Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test, reflecting excellent structural safety and side impact resistance.

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• Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test
  • Score: 10.19 / 16.00
  • Protection Levels:
    • Good (Green): Head, Neck
    • Adequate (Yellow): Chest
    • Marginal (Orange): Knees, Lower Legs
• Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test
  • Score: 16.00 / 16.00
  • Protection Levels:
    • Good (Green): Head, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis
• Side Pole Impact Test
  • Performance: OK
  • Protection Levels:
    • Good (Green): All critical areas

Child Occupant Protection (COP) in Citroen Basalt

The Citroen Basalt offers reliable child safety features, scoring 35.90 out of 49 points in Child Occupant Protection (COP). It is compatible with ISOFIX and i-Size child seats in the second-row outboard seats, but these features are not available for the front passenger or center seat. Tested with Britax Baby Safe for an 18-month-old child and Britax Dualfix for a 3-year-old, the vehicle showed excellent dynamic performance in side impacts. Installation of child seats also received a perfect score, making it a practical option for families.

• Overall COP Score: 35.90 / 49.00
• Dynamic Score: 19.90 / 24.00
• CRS Installation Score: 12.00 / 12.00
• Vehicle Assessment Score: 4.00 / 13.00
• Child Restraint System (CRS) Performance:
  • Britax Baby Safe (18-Month-Old, Rearward-Facing)
    • Front Impact: 8.00 / 8.00
    • Side Impact: 4.00 / 4.00
  • Britax Dualfix (3-Year-Old, Rearward-Facing)
    • Front Impact: 3.90 / 8.00
    • Side Impact: 4.00 / 4.00
• ISOFIX & i-Size Availability:
  • Front Passenger Seat: Not Available
  • Second-Row Outboard Seats: Standard
  • Second-Row Center Seat: Not Available

The CRS installation assessment showed positive results for popular seats like Peg Perego Viaggio and Britax i-SIZE models, confirming that the Citroen Basalt is well-equipped to accommodate a range of child restraint systems.

Final Thoughts

The Citroen Basalt’s performance in Bharat NCAP crash tests highlights its focus on safety. With solid scores in both adult and child occupant protection, including a perfect side impact rating, the Basalt is well-prepared to meet the needs of Indian families. Although ISOFIX and i-Size are missing in some seating positions, the overall results indicate that the Citroen Basalt provides a safe and practical environment for all passengers.

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