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Citroën, Peugeot, and Toyota have all unveiled the restyled C1, 107, and Aygo, ahead of their launch on 10th January at the Brussels Motor Show.

Released on the market in 2005, the trio received their first facelift in 2009, consisting of minor touch-ups. Now Citroën, Peugeot, and Toyota have given the city-cars bolder looks, better equipment, and even more fuel-efficient engines.

Firstly, the C1 borrows design elements from the DS3, with a redesigned front bumper with integrated chevron badge, vertical LED daytime running lights, and fog lamps. While the headlights remain the same, the bonnet has shrunk to compensate for the larger bumper. Lastly, restyled 14” wheels and new colours are available.

The hood of the trio houses the same 1.0i petrol engine, that develops 67bhp (68PS/50kW). When equipped with the 5-speed manual gearbox, the C1 1.0i boasts combined fuel economy of 65.7mpg (4.3l/100km), with emissions of 99g/km. Also available is an Electronic Gearbox System complete with steering-mounted paddle controls that allows for 62.8mpg (4.5l/100km) and CO2 of 104g/km.

Inside, a new leather steering wheel, gearknob (on manual models), and a tweaked CD audio system with an integrated Connecting Box (Bluetooth system with USB socket) feature.

The 107 sports a restyled fascia, with a new bumper that has a deeper lower front panel, housing the fog lights and LED daytime running lights. Like the C1, a manual gearbox or 2-Tronic transmission is available, the latter emitting 104g/km.

Three trim-levels will be offered in the UK; entry-level Access, mid-spec Allure, and range-topping Active, the latter equipped air-conditioning, alloy wheels, Peugeot Connect Bluetooth and USB, and a rev counter.

Lastly, the Aygo gains new bonnet, wider and more aerodynamic front bumper with integrated fog lights, and a large trapezoidal air intake. Optional LED daytime running lights sit in the lower edge of the grille, like an afterthought.

Because of the styling revisions, the 2012 Aygo has grown in length by 15mm to 3,430mm, compared with its predecessor. Standard across the range are tinted rear windows, new 14” steel wheels, and the choice of seven exterior colours, including a new metallic orange.

Inside, the Aygo gets a more colour co-ordinated dashboard design, thanks to a new dark grey finish for the upper and lower dashboard sections and grey, orange or black instrument surrounds.

Out of the trio, the 2012 Aygo is the dirtiest, returning 64.2mpg (4.4l/100km) and emitting 102g/km. There will also be a new ECO variant which has longer 3rd gear ratio and  low-rolling resistance tyres.  This will enable the car to average 65.7mpg (4.3/100km) and emit 99g/km. A Multi-Mode Transmission (MMT) will also be available, at extra cost.

Toyota has altered NVH levels, thanks to the extra insulation under the bonnet and revised damping rates for the suspension.

Since launch, the C1, 107, and Aygo have clocked over 80,000 sales in the UK and over 620,000 units globally. Out of the trio, sales of the 107 commence in February, with the Aygo being released in March. Lastly, sales of the C1 kick off in April, with prices announced nearer to launch.