Citroën bids farewell to the 44 kWh battery of its electric C3 Aircross: the unprecedented reasons for a swift change

Ah, the Citroën C3 Aircross. This little beast has long been the mascot of urban trips, twitching and ready to devour asphalt with full teeth. But now, in 2025, the French manufacturer has decided to tackle one of its flagship models with the same delicacy as an elephant in a china shop. The 44 kWh battery, which promised mountains and wonders while offering a quickly disappointing range, bids farewell. Why, you may ask? In this automotive universe where choices appear as blurred as a Sunday morning hangover, Citroën gives the impression of having decided to take matters into its own hands. Like a child tossing aside toys that have become too boring. So what could have motivated this rapid change?

A matter of numbers (but not only)

The base version of the C3 Aircross electric, with its modest 44 kWh battery offering a range of 307 km that is hard to manage in traffic, is now crossed off the map. We are talking here not about a passing whim but about a carefully peeled strategy. The numbers speak for themselves, don't they? The entry price for the 54 kWh battery model rises from €27,400 to €29,400 (You finish). Ah, the joy of always seeing prices rise, like a cheese soufflé that never deflates.

• New 54 kWh battery, improved range.
• Slightly higher entry price.
• Possible to find 44 kWh stocks in dealerships until supplies last.

At first glance, this might seem like a clever marketing maneuver to inflate prices. But let's dig a little deeper. The truth is, this old version was a bit too... how should I put it... insufficient. Imagine trying to listen to music on a turntable while everyone is dancing to digital decks. Inefficiency has its limits, even for a Citroën, and the competition is not waiting. The other players in the electric car market are advancing with the speed of an EC145, while the C3 Aircross was dragging along like a tortoise. The unexplained reasons, or rather all too explainable, behind the abandonment of this battery seem to outline themselves faintly.

Returning with notable improvements

In all honesty, what can a battery of more than 40 kWh really bring in 2025? The question deserves to be asked as the automotive industry mutualizes itself in a frenzy of innovations. The rapid switch to a 54 kWh battery not only offers a better range/price ratio but also access to more modern battery technology, addressing today's environmental concerns. In short, abandoning the previous model for one that is truly worthwhile is a step in the right direction.

• Significantly increased range - almost 100 km more.
• Integration of new technologies for faster charging.
• Better position against the exploding competition.

For the consumer, it’s a windfall. And for Citroën? A strategic move to aim for success in an increasingly demanding market. The rapid change is not merely a cry of despair, but a demonstration of ambition. As a generation of electric vehicles with sufficient range carves its way into the automotive landscape, the innovations from Citroën now leave a much sweeter taste in the mouth.

The alternatives on the market

But what about the new alternatives springing up like mushrooms after rain? The automotive landscape is undergoing a transformation, and a battery that recharges in just 30 seconds could be on the horizon. Whether it’s the revolutionary technology from Toyota intending to launch its first solid electrolyte battery, or others striving to make every trip less painful, the market is becoming increasingly competitive.

• Solid electrolyte batteries on the verge of commercialization.
• Evolution of durable and efficient electric cars.
• Exchangeable batteries in 30 seconds – back to the future?

In this ocean of changes, Citroën would then try to ensure that its decision to phase out the 44 kWh battery doesn’t cost it its place. In summary, this will be a war of innovation where only the best will survive. One might say that the days of glory are yet to be written, and that without a small battery to drag along.

Source: www.clubic.com

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