With a heritage of 90 years of innovation, Citroen expands its range of vehicles, by going to the premium segment with the line DS. Name in reference to the past well, but resolutely modern design and technology, the DS Series offers a different approach to the premium segment: bold design, customization can finish worthy of the famous "French luxury," and of course high technology. Presented in Frankfurt, the DS5 is the spearhead of this range, and of course entitled to a full multimedia system!
Many options, but reasonable prices!
From a standpoint finish, some will object that Audi is the reference in the field, which is not wrong, but Citroen does not necessarily seek to make "Audi!" Actually on the DS4, some plastics are hard, but the Premium line DS is elsewhere: it is not in the Teutonic rigor and austerity, but the lifestyle and French elegance. Matter, ability to customize colors, finish materials such as aluminum or carbon ... the Vehicle DS5 an atmosphere in which you feel good, in which one wants to travel, ride standing out because the line is original ... flagship of the DS line, the latest has been the subject of attention for soundproofing, reducing road vibration into the cabin ... so that one feels like a cocoon. And so much the better, because optional or standard depending on model, the DS5 has a beautiful multi-media equipment and hi-fi. Originally, the DS5 has a laser RDS car radio with USB port for connecting an MP3 player. The stereo system is standard: 6 speakers and Arkamys sound processing. This unit can be complemented with a Bluetooth system. But on a car of this type, there will be more tempted by the multimedia system eMyWay 1600 Euros is charged on the entry. And especially since this multimedia system is associated with a backup camera!
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| Bluetooth, GPS, USB, the system is fairly complete eMyWay |
7-inch color screen on the top of the dashboard, the center unit of the center console, joystick control behind the gear lever, steering wheel controls and remote display, the eMyWay is fully integrated with the car and has an architecture classic. Question benefit, we have a mapping GPS with TMC and Europe, a CD player, RDS tuner, a USB port, iPod control, Bluetooth with phonebook downloading and a camera back. Some models can also have parking assistance before. It also has security system eTouch, which thanks to an integrated SIM card, allows you to launch a location-based emergency call in case of breakdown or accident. Citroën also offers head-up display with back: speed, fuel gauge and cruise control. Note also that the navigation system shows all the speed limits.
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| In the center armrest, it has a USB port to connect an iPod or a USB |
For hi-fi, Citroën has again called on Denon. The system is sold 600 euros on new line. By cons, it is surprising that it is not available on the hybrid diesel! The Denon system consists of 10 speakers including a center channel and subwoofer in the trunk. The whole system is powered by an amplifier with digital signal processing sound, so that every passenger has a comfortable listening. Citroën has not forgotten the rear passengers and offer many options that allow children to amuse themselves during long journeys. On the back of the center console, a 220 Volt will recharge the game consoles.
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| As the DS4, DS5 uses the Denon for its hi-fi system |
You can also chose the video system consisting of Philips DVD player and two color displays. For fans of high-tech, Citroën also offers docks to be fixed on the stems of the front head restraints, to put an iPad or a touch pad. Finally, let us not forget the module WiFi/3G allowing each passenger to surf the Net via their Smartphone or Netbook? If we add the options, the price of the car rises, but the option price Citroën is significantly lower than that of some German rivals, what benefit to afford a customized interior in addition to the hi-fi and multimedia!
