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<\/h1>\n<\/h1>\nCitro\u00ebn is now silently tweaking its India play, the Aircross X Max Turbo 5S launching in the first half of 2022 is a manifestation of that. Revealed in January 2026, this new 5-seat version of the Aircross in the top-spec “Max” configuration is designed specifically for those who appreciate comfort and practicality rather than the highest number of seats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After discarding the seldom used third row, Citro\u00ebn reworked the interior to accommodate more second row legroom, a much larger boot, and a slightly friendlier price tag. To sum up, the Aircross X Max Turbo 5S isn\u2019t about cramming in more, it\u2019s about making\u2002the most of space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This launch is a step towards transforming Citro\u00ebn’s India rollout into a production following bookings\u2002model. Rather than filling dealer floors with speculative inventory, the Aircross X Max Turbo 5S is produced\u2002once a solid customer booking is received. That “demand-sensing” strategy enables the brand to match production availability with real\u2002market trends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The manual transmission version\u2002of Aircross X Max Turbo 5S costs \u20b912.41 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it around \u20b939,000 cheaper than the Max\u2002Turbo 7-seater manual variant, making it more affordable for those who don\u2019t need a third-row.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The big change for this edition is the second\u2002row passengers are more comfortable. By dropping the\u2002third-row jump seats, Citro\u00ebn has reshaped the cabin for:<\/span><\/p>\n Even though it is now a single-seat configuration the Max Turbo 5S does not lose any of the tech of the top-tier trim with a 10.25-inch\u2002bezel-less touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It even boasts the CARA voice assistant that\u2002can speak in 52 languages.<\/span><\/p>\n Safety continues to be a concern and 6 airbags, ESC and TPMS are\u2002now standard. In addition,\u2002the Aircross X has also been awarded a 5-star safety rating in the recently conducted Bharat NCAP crash tests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For those families or travelers that\u2002hardly use seven seats, the Aircross X Max Turbo 5S is a more rational offer. It gives up the cramped “+2″\u2002seating arrangement for a massive 444-litre boot and better comfort at the rear, making it a viable option for mid-sized SUVs such as the Hyundai Creta or Maruti Grand Vitara.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Read More:- Maruti Fronx vs Baleno: See What\u2019s The Right Choice For You in 2026\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Aircross X Max Turbo 5S is a welcome\u2002common-sense offering from Citro\u00ebn for the Indian consumers. The brand has removed the infrequently used third row and focused more on what\u2002the majority of consumers really need\u2013rear-seat comfort, a usable boot space, and top-trim-specs at a slightly lower price. Couple this with a demand driven \u2018built to order\u2019 business model , high levels of safety and a tried and tested turbo-petrol engine and you have a strong case for the 5S being the most sensible Aircross yet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For those who are undecided between mid-size SUVs such as the Creta and the Grand Vitara, but are more inclined towards space and comfort, rather than seat count, this variant finally\u2002gives Citro\u00ebn an answer that can be called truly compelling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Citro\u00ebn is now silently tweaking its India play, the Aircross X Max Turbo 5S launching in the first half of 2022 is a manifestation of that. Revealed in January 2026, this new 5-seat version of the Aircross in the top-spec… Continue Reading Built-to-Order, Not Built-on-Hope<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nPrice and Positioning<\/span><\/h2>\n
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\n Feature<\/b><\/td>\n Citro\u00ebn Aircross X Max Turbo 5S<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Price (Ex-showroom)<\/b><\/td>\n \u20b912.41 Lakh<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Engine<\/b><\/td>\n 1.2L PureTech 110 Turbo-Petrol<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Performance<\/b><\/td>\n 110 PS \/ 190 Nm (MT)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Transmission<\/b><\/td>\n 6-speed Manual<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Seating Layout<\/b><\/td>\n 5-seater with improved 2nd row<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Boot Space<\/b><\/td>\n 444\u2013511 Liters<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Key Safety<\/b><\/td>\n 6 Airbags (Standard), ESP, Hill Hold<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Key Features of the 5S Variant<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Modern Technology and Safety<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nIts Competitor in the Market<\/span><\/h2>\n
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