News: Citroen C3 Picasso gets updated
One of our favourite cars, the Citroen CS Picasso (check out our recent long term test HERE) is getting an update and freshen up for 2013, but sad to say, there's a small note of disappointment in the news.
On the outside, the C3 Picasso is, frankly, looking better than ever, with a revised front bumper and the latest Citroën chevrons; together with the addition of LED daytime running lights for a fresh new look as standard on VTR+ models. Two striking new body colours are also introduced; Ink Blue and Pearlescent White.
Inside, little has changed overall but there is a new trim called Mistral ‘Mixou’ cloth, which is specified as standard on the VTR+ model. An electro-chrome rear view mirror is now included in C3 Picasso’s Automatic Pack option at no extra charge and there are new 16” ‘Blade’ alloy wheels as standard on the VTR+ version.
As before, the the Special Edition C3 Picasso CODE comes with an array of additional equipment; including striking black or white ‘Clover’ 17" alloy wheels, panoramic sunroof, chrome door mirrors and roof bars; for a great value step-up cost of just €500. That's the model we had on our long term test and we'd unreservedly recommend it.
But there is a faint disappointment in the engine department. In the UK, the Picasso now comes with an updated 115bhp 1.6 diesel engine, while we just get the old 90bhp version – hardly the quickest thing around. Still, the 115bhp version would bump up both the price and the Co2 ratings, so perhaps we should be thankful for small mercies.
Prices start from €20,995 for the VTR+ model and €21,495 for the Code.
