Citroen turns the C3 Aircross into an SUV for sailors — and the cabin lights up like a submarine

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Citroen has unveiled an unusual version of the C3 Aircross, dedicated to the French Navy (Marine Nationale). According to the Stellantis press centre, the show car was created to mark the 400th anniversary of the French fleet and is meant to convey the atmosphere of naval missions rather than preview a new production trim.

The most interesting detail is found inside. At night the cabin is fully bathed in red light — just like on submarines, where this colour helps the crew preserve their vision in the dark and keep track of the day/night cycle. The grey seats have been specifically chosen to reflect the red light and heighten the sense of immersion.

On the outside, the C3 Aircross Marine Nationale gets a storm-blue body inspired by the sea and a grey roof that recalls the hulls of warships. The bumpers have been redesigned, the fog lights are styled to evoke a ship’s signal lamps, and a rack for divers’ gear has been mounted on the roof.