Citroen C3 Pluriel

Citroen’s quirky supermini cabrio has gone under the knife, and these are the first official pictures.

At the front of the revised C3 Pluriel, the brand’s famous badge features larger chevrons than before, while new smoked headlamp lenses and darker indicators have also been added. The bumper now includes a large mesh air intake, and the rear light clusters get a black background to replace the silver trim that was used on the outgoing car.

Improvements to the cabin on all models include a polished chrome finish on the door handles, air vent surrounds and gearlever. The fresh Pluriel also offers a choice of three interior trims and a broader range of exterior colours than its predecessor.

The revised line-up will go on sale in time for the summer. Prices aren’t likely to change, so the entry-level 1.4-litre petrol variant will start at £12,995. With its clever retractable hood, the Pluriel can be used as a conventional supermini or with the full-length sunroof open. Owners can even remove the side rails completely to convert it into a proper cabriolet.