Citroen's new C3 Aircross compact five-seater SUV has been awarded a maximum five stars in the rigorous 2017 Euro NCAP crash tests with strong performances in all categories, writes Trish Whelan.
The car features 12 driver assistance and safety technologies useful in everyday use.
It scored 85pc in adult occupant protection, 82pc for child occupant protection, 64pc in pedestrian protection, and 60pc for safety assist.
Features include Grip Control with Hill Assist Descent, which ensures controlled grip on all types of road, and low speed even on sharp inclines; Active Safety Brake, a colour head-up display, speed-limit sign recognition, auto headlights, a 180 degree view Reversing camera; Park Assist with parallel and perpendicular parking; Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring System, a Driver Attention Alert and Coffee Break Alert, as well as keyless entry and start.
Launched here earlier this month, the new C3 Aircross is proving popular in Europe with more than 20,000 orders notched up already - while still being launched on a majority of key markets.
Irish prices start at €20,695.
