Citroën unveils Collection edition for C3, C3 Aircross and C4
Citroën presents the 2026 Collection special edition for C3, C3 Aircross and C4, combining design, comfort and connectivity. Explore key features and details.
Citroën has expanded its Collection special edition across three models at once — the C3, C3 Aircross and C4 — turning what was previously a single-model offering into a unified range with shared design and technology.
The concept had already been tested on the C4 in 2025, but in 2026 it becomes a cross-range proposition. All versions are based on the mid-level PLUS trim, which sits at the core of Citroën’s lineup. On top of this foundation, the brand adds distinctive styling and selected equipment while keeping costs under control, reinforcing its positioning in the accessible mainstream segment.
The three models share a clearly defined visual identity. This includes Infra-Red Colour Clips, black alloy wheels — 17-inch on the C3 and C3 Aircross, 18-inch on the C4 — tinted rear windows and a two-tone roof, standard on the C4. Inside, a new Urban Blue interior theme replaces the previous Urban Grey used in the 2025 C4 Collection, extending across seats, dashboard elements and trim, alongside dedicated floor mats with contrasting stitching or branding.
Each model also retains its own character. The C3 Aircross features specific graphics, including an “AIRCROSS” marking on the front door and a gradient motif on the rear pillar. In the C4, the dashboard is derived from the higher MAX trim and incorporates a texture echoing Citroën’s chevron design language.
Comfort remains a central element. All versions use Advanced Comfort suspension with progressive hydraulic cushions and seats with additional foam layers, a combination designed to improve ride quality and long-distance support — a core part of Citroën’s product philosophy.
The powertrain lineup spans multiple energy types. The C3 is offered with a 100 hp petrol engine, a 110 hp hybrid and a 113 hp electric version with a range of up to 328 km (WLTP). The C3 Aircross adds a more powerful 145 hp hybrid and an extended-range electric version capable of up to 400 km. The C4 is available with a 145 hp hybrid or a 156 hp electric drivetrain delivering up to 416 km of range.
Practical features have also been upgraded. The C3 Collection gains a reversing camera and electric rear windows, while the C3 Aircross introduces Hands-Free Access and Start for the first time on its hybrid and electric versions. On the C4, this system is standard and paired with a 10-inch touchscreen, TomTom connected 3D navigation with natural voice recognition and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster.
By extending the Collection concept across several models, Citroën is formalising it as a recurring part of its product strategy. Instead of isolated special editions, the brand now offers a consistent package that combines design, comfort and connectivity without moving into higher price segments. Orders for the 2026 Collection open from April 1.
Mark Havelin
2026, Apr 03 12:25