Citroen has announced prices and specification for its C1, launched yesterday.

Citroen’s newcomer comes with a standard specification that includes variable power-assisted steering, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, cornering stability control, twin airbags and an MP3 compatible CD player.

The Citroen C1 is available at launch in three and five-door body styles, with a new three cylinder 1.0i petrol engine, two trim levels - Vibe and Rhythm - and a recommended retail price tag that starts at £6,495. A new HDi 55 diesel engine will join the range later in the summer.

The three-cylinder 68bhp 1.0 litre petrol engine, with variable valve timing, delivers 60mpg on the combined cycle. The HDi 55 diesel engine achieves 70mpg on the combined cycle.

Twin airbags, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution and CSC (cornering stability control) are standard across the range.

Manufacturer’s OTR recommended retail prices for the new Citroen C1:

Petrol Vibe Rhythm
C1 3-door £6,495 -
C1 5-door £6,845 £7,345
Diesel
C1 5-door - £8,445