Shanghai (ZXZC)- Dongfeng Citroen launched its second SUV model new C5 Aircross this year, and plans to introduce C3 Aircross and another new middle-size vehicle next year.

As a new B+-class SUV model, C3 Aircross has been launched in overseas market and will be locally produced in 2018. The new model has split-design front headlights with large-size rectangular air-inlet grilles. Side lights also adopt rectangular design wrapped with red decoration. The model has suspension-style roof in side body, with reflectors, racks and windows between C, D columns all being decorated in red. Silver protection plate is equipped in the tail with taillights are designed in homocentric squares.

The model uses “T”-shape central console in interior decoration with 3-spoke multi-functional steering wheel and big-size screen. It’s expected to equip with AliOS intelligent-connected system co-developed by Alibaba and Zebra Network. It will equip with 1.2T engine matching with 6-speed MT and 6-speed AMT gearboxes.

The new middle-class vehicle is expected to be built on PSA’s latest EMP2 platform, which could adjust wheelbase length and chassis heights according to requirements. The new model will also adopt designing elements from CXPERIENCE concept model and is expected to equip with 1.8T engine.