Citroen Aircross

Exterior

The design of the Citroën Aircross is different but not shocking. At the front it has a unique grille and split LED lighting arrangement which gives it a confident look. The overall shape is SUV like with a very slightly aggressive stance, although it manages to stay elegant and approachable at the same time.

From the side, the Aircross has good looks and proportions. The primitive roofline and the short overhangs make it "tall planted", aiding both the road presence and inner space. Body cladding and protective mouldings create a rugged appearance, and the two-tone roof available options make it look youthful and contemporary.

The rear of the SUV is clean and balanced with LED tail lamps and a bumper design which seems purposeful and well-finished. Overall, the exterior design is modern looking and unique, yet practical - not overly designed for the sake of design.

Interior

Step inside though, and the Aircross is no exception with its comfortable practicality too. The cabin is spacious with good head and legroom for front and rear passengers. Materials are soft where it matters - to armrests and touch points, for example, and elsewhere durable and designed to withstand daily use.

The layout of the dashboard is very simple and functional, with a large touchscreen being the central focus for infotainment and connectivity. Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay as well as Bluetooth & USB connectivity options make your stay connected without adjustment.

The seats are supportive and comfortable and feature enough cushioning to make long drives appear less tiring. Rear passengers get adjustable seatbacks and a flat floor that improves foot space - a nice touch that displays consideration to the usability of the real-world highway.

Storage around the cabin makes sense as well, with plenty of door pockets, cupholders, a decent glovebox and a centre console that is right in the sweet spot for all manner of daily needs.

In summary, the Aircross interior is not trying to be the flashiest in the market, but it feels good to use - every day and on long journeys.

Safety

Safety is one of the strong points of the Citrohan Aircross. It comes loaded with a range of important safety features including:

Multiple airbags
Anti - lock Braking System (ABS) and EBD
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Hill Start Assist
ISOFIX child seat anchors

These systems work in tandem to provide driversconfidence in different conditions-there is one meant for city traffic, one for highway cruising. The stability control and hill assistance systems are especially beneficial during hilly terrains and slippery roads and provide a peace of mind for day-to-day driving.

Boot Space

Boot space is another utility star. With a large luggage space, the Aircross provides ample space to put on luggage for weekend trips or daily errand runs. The shape of the opening at the boot is wide and easily accessible, and the shape of the cargo area is sensible, making it easy to load the boxes/bags or even larger objects easily.

The rear seats also provide flexibility - fold the seat down when you need more space to carry cargo, without losing out too much on passenger space. It's a set up that seems thoughtful and useful and not gimmicky.

Performance AND Ride And Handling
Performance

The Citroën Aircross is not meant to be a speedy car, and its performance reflects that. Powered by a smooth petrol engine, it offers linear and relaxed acceleration ideal in the city and for the occasional highway trundle up.

In normal traffic the response is sufficient, not slow and not too anxious. Overtaking is not difficult on highways, and the engine is composed seems composed rather than frenetic - just the thing you might need your vanish for daily moving about or family travel.

It's not a high performance SUV by any means but it doesn't need to be. What is more important in this case is predictability and ease of use and the Aircross provides that nicely.

This is where the real strength of the Citroën Aircross lies.

Citroën has tuned the suspension favouring comfort and you feel that in every km. Whether you're driving in potholes, rough patches or broken surfaces over the city, your ride is calm and composed. You don't feel rattled or jolted - The Aircross is a perfect and imperfect road taker.

Handling, on the other hand, isn't designed to be sporty and aggressive. The steering is light and confident and manoeuvrable in city conditions and at tight corners. It doesn't feel jittery, nervous and body roll is well controlled at normal driving speeds.

In highway speeds the Aircross is stable and poised, good insulation from wind and road noise and it makes longer journeys more relaxing.

In short, the Aircross brings a ride that feels grown-up and settled - the kind that families and drivers need to drive every day and want a comfortable SUV above all.