Citroen unveils the C3 Aircross Rip Curl special edition

In just two years, the C3 Aircross has made a big difference in the compact SUV segment with its unique and customisable good looks, its benchmark spaciousness and unparalleled modularity - as well as its 12 driving aids and four connectivity technologies to make life easier - C3 Aircross SUV is now a 'must-have' purchase for many new car buyers.

Embodying the Citroen Advanced Comfort programme, the C3 Aircross SUV is designed to be part of a contemporary lifestyle, promoting well-being on-board and a new driving experience.

The partnership between Citroen and Rip Curl is thus a natural fit. Both brands develop designer and high-tech products serving well-being, leisure and escape.

Driven by their shared values of creativity, innovation and a passion for adventure, Citroen and Rip Curl renew their association via the C3 Aircross SUV - a model that offers all the appeal of an SUV and more in terms of roominess and modularity.

A true SUV by its morphology, the C3 Aircross features large wheels and has protective features including raised ground clearance and a high driving position, giving it all the attributes of an adventurer looking for escape. By teaming up once again with Rip Curl - the name alone has evoked surfing and freedom since 1969 - Citroen reinforces the spirit of adventure of the C3 Aircross SUV through an expressive and distinctive special edition, for a lifestyle focused on relaxation and the great outdoors.

The new C3 Aircross Rip Curl is particularly attractive, with the best of C3 Aircross' SUV character through its striking looks, but also because of the wealth of equipment based on the top-of-the-range Flair version, which provides numerous features for enhanced comfort.

This intense and energetic ochre hue - inspired by the sand dunes and sunshine of the surfing world - enlivens the overall appearance of the C3 Aircross Rip Curl and conjures up thoughts wide sandy beaches and the freshness of the ocean. This feeling is reinforced with emotive wave graphics on the front doors, combined with the Rip Curl brand logo.

To satisfy everyone's individual taste, this special edition can be personalised with four body colours - Platinum Grey, Cumulus Grey, Natural White and Perla Nera Black for a single-tone colour scheme with the Perla Nera Black roof.

Inside, the pictured C3 Aircross SUV benefits from a specific Rip Curl atmosphere based on a dedicated grey striped 'Terpa' fabric. The seat material is enhanced with white topstitching and an ochre band on the upper part of the backrests that echoes the theme of the Colour Pack on the outside. The same colours can be found on the special floor mats that also feature the Rip Curl logo. The interior atmosphere suggests comfort, while the ochre touches invoke the excitement and energy of outdoor sports.

The new Citroen C3 Aircross special edition is equipped with the multi-award winning PureTech 110 S&S six-speed manual powertrain and offers numerous standard items of equipment to make everyday life even easier.

As it is based on the top specification Flair trim level, it features all the top-of-the-range equipment needed for a calm and pleasant on-board experience, such as Citroen Connect Nav, a 7.0-inch touch-sensitive tablet, Mirror Screen functionality, Citroen Connect Box and Auto Pack amongst others.

The Citroen Connect Nav is operated via a 7.0-inch touchscreen tablet, which includes TomTom navigation, voice recognition and connected services.

The Mirror Screen functionality is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which allows you to enjoy multimedia content and applications from your smartphone in complete safety by duplicating and controlling them from the touchscreen. The Citroen Connect Box Emergency and Assistance system with SOS ensures a peace of mind in the event of an accident. The Auto Pack includes automatic climate control, automatic windscreen wipers and an auto-dimming rear view mirror.