New Citroen C4 Cactus 2018 Review

The New Citroen C4 Cactus 2018 is certainly interesting in the five-door segment within 4.2 meters, less niche than the previous one in terms of style. High but not as a SUV (1.47 m.) Deliberately not defined Crossover but sedan, differentiating from the C3 Aircross and C5 Aircross sisters , with the latter having positively hit the presentation but in Europe will only arrive at the end of next year. Real-time French technology, as always happens to a Citroen, is a solution of the wondrously analogous solutions: we talk about new dampers with hydraulic damping, an ingenious variant that replaces physical parts that give a sense of dry response, with hydraulic circuits inside the shock absorber that make the start and the suspension stroke more straightforward ; particularly appreciable on urban bumps, but also dry cuts and not compromising bending, as explained. Simple elements, capable of generating the historic progressive effect, almost as a "magic carpet" that characterizes the Citroen of a time, at least seems to be. We are not talking about overwhelming technical evolution, modern and expensive electronics, but a PHC cushion made by the European Kayaba network(Kyb) on Citroen specification, which could then be exported to other models of the House. There are twelve today's inevitable driving help functions and three connectivity technologies. To improve acoustics there are thicker, encapsulated rear windows, new sealing gates around the doors, soundproof windscreens and sound absorbing material on the bulkhead of the passenger compartment and floor.

Very varied C4 Cactus front, widened with dual optical line and fog lamp frame

How it look like

Personal, cute according to taste. It is the C4 born in 2014 that uses PF1 platform , but it is no longer true that it is "the Cactus" at first glance because airbumps are really much smaller and much lower, almost invisible from afar. What's more, however, is the front, now shared in the style of the recently released sisters , which propose the new Citroen's setting for the upcoming models: there are the front optical lenses with double row leds and a horizontal direction that makes wider the visual impression of the new C4 Cactus, more serious than the previous one. But it is also more visually pleasing, it looks less high because the overall visual effect is less high thanks to the large glazingand the glossy black finish, which set the gap between the lower part of the body and the upper part, just to make C4 C4 Cactus look more seductive than the previous one. The effect to us has seemed pleasing, at a static level, it may look different in the street on wider spaces alongside models that are very different from her. Even sides, air vents and especially the rear evolve, improving in general refinement compared to the past that was just singular and for someone nice. Behind these there are new 3D LED optical groups and the glazed glass roof combines the rest for the sensation of brightness and spaciousness desired. Nine car body colors, plus four pack colors, extending to the fog lamp profiles. Four instead the variants ofAlloy wheel, 16 or 17 inches .

Mattress effect not only visible but also seated inside the New Citroen C4 Cactus 2018

Interior

Opening the C4 Cactus 2018 door, the French Generalist car is perceived as the previous one, but the new color tones , very varied, all nice enough, and the impression of brightness given by the large glass surfaces, come to the eye. are 1/3 of the total area. Objectively space, size, space (many and very wide) as material quality, are similar to the previous C4 Cactus, of which we have already talked about Automoto.it; what is changing is the feeling of contact with the seat, which in fact is one of the most perceived by those in a moving car. Here you will find new polyurethane materials with a thickness of up to 15 mm in intensity, able to give a mattress effectjust like the one wanted by the Citroen past, without being too "overwhelming". Being stuck inside the new C4 Cactus 2018, the feeling is very pleasing, comfortable and physically comfortable even in the small essentiality of the environment, decorated (among the five variants also leather and alcantara) and also illuminated by the large glass on the roof (UV4 protection) which lets you think of something else when you do not have to drive. Not a saddle of the most containable, but certainly comfortable more than the average, even for those over the meter and ninety-high, with lumbar control for the driver. For the rest, Infotainment is fully managed on a seven-inch Touch Pad, including Connect Nav 3D, which has sharing with the Android and iPhone world(Mirror Screen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink). Above all, to use, or to be ready to get started, there are twelve definable security systems or driving assistance, more or less direct: more than twice as many as before. Among those, the automatic emergency braking (5 to 85 km / h) the recognition of the limits of speed, the warning of inadvertent exceeding of the carriageway (65 km / h) and the Coffee Break Driver Attention Alert, surveillance of the dead angle . Helping Park Assist with Reversing Camera, while also having a Grip Control switchto move on difficult surfaces: it adjusts the motricity on five operating modes (snow, mud, sand, standard and ESP OFF). Another useful point for security is the Connect Box with Pack SOS & Assistance.

On the market

The debut day, scheduled for the first quarter of 2018 and the launch price for the new Citroen C4 Cactus, has not yet been defined; speaking with the technicians who have explained the value of the added content, it is assumed a slight increase in cost, in the face of greater talents. Certainly there are three PureTech gasoline engines, 82, 110 or 130 hp and two BlueHDi (100 and 120 HP) diesel all S & S, therefore a range of performance, and also a new six-speed automatic transmission, which is can be particularly suited to the triclindric gasoline turbocharger. With regard to performance, while about 40 kg more heavy than the previous C4 Cactus, for the soundproofing, the new French still has a small mass and some advantage over many segment competitors. Let's wait for it on the road.

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New Citroen C1, compact, economical and ecological

Compact, economical and environmentally friendly, charming Citroen C1 has become, from June 2005, leading the market for mini city car. Back in the beginning of the year with a look more attractive and new plus: only 99g of CO2/km, LED daytime running lights, a CD audio system with Connecting Box, manual transmission controlled with levers on the steering wheel ... Contrary to competitors, is proposed in two models (3 and 5 door), as the debut. The smallest model, Citroën has been able to maintain the qualities that made ​​her famous worldwide for over 6 years, and at more than 620,000 customers. It is able to carry up to 4 adults and offers a generous space both in front and in the subsequent days. New C1 retains the agility to extricate himself in traffic and the compactness (3.44 meters), making it one of the smaller city car market. New Citroën C1 is the ideal companion, handy and easy to live in daily every point of view. In addition to the tight turning diameter (9.5 meters between curbs), offers numerous rooms arranged in a rational way from the dashboard, center console and doors. The boot capacity varies depending on the needs thanks to folding rear seats and offers from 139 liters to more than 700 liters.

Agile and town, New Citroen C1 is available with a petrol engine, three-cylinder engine that develops 68 hp. With manual transmission, new CITROEN C1 1.0i reduces fuel consumption and emissions and imposes itself as a reference for the protection of the environment: 4.3 l/100km on the combined cycle and 99g CO2/km. Citroën becomes the first gasoline which lowers the threshold of 100g of CO2/km. The controlled manual gearbox is a viable alternative, and improves handling and ride comfort in the city. In this version 1.0i with manual transmission driven Citroen C1 consumes 4.5 l/100 km and emits 104g of CO2/km.

The low bonnet gives the front of New C1 sympathy and personality. The headlights retain the rounded shape. At the level of the bumper instead appear completely redesigned, the fog lights and LED daytime running lights, equipment still rare in the segment. A signature design bright vertical feature Citroën (DS3, C4 Aircross) that enhances the character of the new Citroën C1. The back side keeps the originality of the rear window glass that blends with the rear lid, decorated with the "Double Chevron" and modern monograms. Viewed from the side you notice the 14-inch wheel cover "Notus" from the new design. The 14-inch alloy wheels "RIFT" show off a hubcap with the new Chevron.

Fun: New Citroen C1 as the launch with a particular color, already worn by CITROËN C3 and Citroën DS3: The Blue Botticelli, a cool shades included in the catalog 2012. The range of colors, matte and metallic, also includes a Red Love, a Beige HOPE, a Blue GREEK, one white Meringue, a black and two gray CHINA: Perla and COMIC. Citroen C1 New adorns the grille with a chrome trim. Seductive: NEW CITROEN C1 it is inside and outside. The color of the body continues in the cockpit.

The bottom of the dashboard, console and door panels are contral degrading from gray to black, in line with the top of the dashboard. The leather steering wheel with gear-driven version of a new design and a new shifter knob makes its appearance on models with manual transmission. The seats of Seduction and Exclusive versions sported a new multicolor fabric Bear. The end of the range take the jersey Nokimat Mistral. The option leather / Alcantara is still available and  gives a version of C1 superior range.

New Citroen C1 offers modern performance, in line with the values ​​of the brand. The LED daytime running lights immediately refer to the 'Creative Technologie'. The radio functions are manifold, for better comfort on board. The brand new CD audio system with Connecting Box (option from the second level and standard on Exclusive), built in the style of the front panel, displays the time, reads the MP3 format and includes Bluetooth. The bottom of the center console houses the USB and Jack. Other technological innovations that will delight the driver: steering wheel paddles for the first time combined with the manual gearbox driven, assistance with parking available in the accessories ...

New Citroen C1 is a car with multiple uses and the remarkable quality of the road. A new calibration of the power steering and shock absorber offers better comfort and panache at low speed. About equipment, New Citroen C1 provides numerous security technologies for urban and suburban trips: ABS, up to 6 airbags, emergency brake assistance, Isofix fixings, the electronic brake force distribution and ESP ( optional on all versions).

New Citroen C1, which you can order from February, the first steps to officially move the Brussels Motor Show Tuesday, January 10, 2011. This day will be reserved for the press, but the public can discover this new Citroën stand (Hall 6) from Thursday 12 to Sunday, January 22. The debut in dealerships in early March to coincide with the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

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New Citroen C5 1.6 HDi E-, test drive

"Creative Technologie" (Creative Technology) is the translation of the famous slogan that accompanies many years any kind of advertising the Citroen and the extra factor that the French company has always tried to instill in their car. Maybe twenty years ago or so, this "slogan" was not well suited to present a car, given that 95% of the houses was not able to justify such a slogan with a simple car, because the true technology, such as understand it today, was about to take its first steps and therefore not yet able to "invade" and "influence", as now, any design ideas, and consequently the car over. But Citroen has never been part of that 95%, but its "creative technology" has allowed her to isolate herself from the competition and to enter the narrow 5%. In fact, the Parisian house has always been accustomed to his famous "Creative Technologie "since the middle of last century, specifically since 1955 when it was presented the legendary Citroen DS (a brand new line again today thanks to the DS), creative, due to its revolutionary line for that time that made ​​her look like a shark (which later became the nickname of the DS), and technology, thanks to the new system of hydropneumatic suspension to constant weight capable of dramatically raising the car at the time of starting.

The pioneering and innovative spirit was then used for the production of the Citroen CX and SM in 1970 (which replaced the DS) in 1975, until you get to the most recent epoch like ours, where the continuous development of technology applied to Citroen cars allowed to continue to innovate the market thanks to the lifelong pursuit of the "Creative Technologie" so beloved by the French house and clearly visible in recent models, like the DS3, the C4, C5 and the DS4.

Perfect and then make something better already made is a sign of great development, development is an element, a factor or perhaps a credential that every car manufacturer should have the right to obtain adequate importance and visibility in a market like that of 'car. The Citroen has seen fit to show its great development, as well as the creation of innovative and brand new car models (DS 3, DS 4), perfecting "a thing already done" before. What? It is the new Citroen C5, a car born in 2000 with the intent to place on the high end of the D-segment car, which over the years has undergone one major change: that of 2008 which marked the birth of the second series of C5, on which the Citroen at the end of 2010, as attested to by the great success achieved so far, has decided to extend its range with changes of style and technology. The addition of LED lighting package consisting of front access at any driving condition characterized by the rear lights and new effect "Dark crystal", with a clear section in the middle, it gives more light and elegance to the car.

Exterior styling

The innovation of both front and rear lights is just one of many qualities that distinguish the outer line of the new C5. The dimensions are those of a large sedan with three volumes (4.78 m long, 1.86 m wide and 1.45 m high). It is these three volumes to be loads of refinement, lightness and dynamism, three credentials that envelop the entire silhouette of the car. The search for a slight aerodynamic style allows the C5 to appear in the public eye as a refined or elegant coupe sedan. The wide front is characterized by generous air intakes and fog lights as well as by no means small, the latter able to propel the chrome then the center of the front will become the symbol of the Citroen double chevron. The line of the first volume continues a dynamic and elegant in the central part where the chrome door enhance the style of the car. The line and the cutting of the branches is the result of a meticulous and careful attention to detail, like the shape of the mirror, reclining electrically, which are perfectly integrated with the rest of the car. The choice of the position of the side direction indicators (below the "neck" of the mirrors) turns out to be apt and appropriate to the style of the car, which culminates in the back, perhaps the most beautiful book, thanks to its impressive line and shape but both stylish chrome softened by a line that marks the cut of the hood and new taillights. Finally, the step of 2.82 meters left to imagine a generous interior. Interior: elegance meets technology The chapter on the interior of the new Citroen C5 is certainly the richest and greatest, and could only be so, since that, in the interior of the car, as well as the sophistication to find a refined, dynamic and bright as the outside, staying all electronic systems and security result of the continuing development of automotive technology. The first impression you get when you step onto the new C5, is to enter into a large control room with a comfortable seat from which to operate each camera, light and sound show in progress. In fact the interior of the C5 offers the driver comfort in terms of high-end technology, each device accommodates perfectly fine in the dashboard of the car in such a way as to give even that style to the interior of large sedan. The words of Jean-Pierre Ploué, director of the Centro Stile Citroen is confirmed: "Innovation is also about the choice of materials, design of the seats and door panels, the quality and care of the finish throughout the cabin." The sedan and hatchback versions, the new C5 offers two interiors: interior Mistral one color, dark shades, and two-color interior Matinal Mistral / Matinal, refined blend of black and beige. In addition, there is the choice of a smooth high-end (Integral skin, semi-aniline leather and). This skin type is found on many elements of the car: front and rear seats, the dashboard, doors and even the medallions of the center console. Needless to say, this three-volume sedan is very generous in terms of space, the rear passengers will not have trouble finding the right seating position where they are full (three rear passengers), and can easily find space for their luggage in the large bag of 533 dm ³. The capacity has been improved by replacing the spare wheel with a temporary tire repair kit, not much loved by motorists. Comfort innovative technology such does not suppress the comfort of the new C5, in fact from the point of the driver is ergonomically placed perfectly at ease thanks to the two types of front seats, available depending on the level of finish or coating chosen: - Seats "Bien être" that recall the comfort and convenience; - Seats "Dynamique" lines and more marked by the retention which evoke the pleasure of driving.

Especially in the seats that have numerous electric version control to allow the driver to feel at one with the car, also benefiting from the massage function, including in the 'equipment which also includes the "heated seats". The driving position greatly affects the comfort of a car, but of equal importance is also given to the location and function of the steering wheel. Just the steering wheel is one of the hallmarks of creativity marked Citroen. It is a wheel of 2 nd generation Citroën exclusive. And 'possible to access the driving controls (limiter and cruise control functions, management of on-board computer) and commands of comfort normally used by the driver (radio, telephone, central command of the screen) while continuing to keep your hands on the wheel, these are visible at a glance, even at night, thanks to the backlight of the pictograms. On some key references are provided tactile, allowing use without taking your eyes off the road, a good choice in terms of safety, despite being a type of flying perhaps a little 'too innovative to which the driver must be trained, initially will be very pleasant to drive with the steering wheel fixed to the center console. No doubt, however, will focus on driving with no noise other than those chosen by him (navigator or stereo), since the comfort noise has been studied meticulously by Citroen. The new C5 provides a structure for the unusual placement of aerators that, in addition to the stylistic connotation, allow customization of thermal comfort. The automatic air conditioning is standard and includes a soft diffusion system, which surrounds the front occupants of the vehicle with a uniform layer of air. Each of the two front passengers can then arrange their own air conditioning controls, not to mention the rear passengers, which are intended for air outlets, located in the thickness of the central pillars.

The security technology

Regarding the chapter on safety, the new C5 is definitely equipped with high quality products, but especially with electronic security systems of last generation. The braking system comprises ventilated discs at the front, from 304 to 330 mm in diameter and 290 mm ​​rear discs, also to control braking systems (electronic brakeforce distribution, emergency braking assistance), to 'care and control of the trajectory (ABS, ESP) are standard, and ensure optimal control of the vehicle driving in the most delicate situations. The new C5 is equipped with effective means of restraint for each occupant, with three mounting points for seat belts. The front seatbelts are height adjustable, and benefit from pyrotechnic pre-tensioners and a system of effort limitation. The five seats are equipped with a monitoring system that alerts the driver with visual alarms (with a graphical representation of the vehicle on the console screen of the attic) and sound if the seatbelts are not fastened. It 'a very effective control system, in particular to ensure that children seated in rear seats have seat belts fastened. For an optimum passive safety, the new C5 are seven airbags as standard, which can be supplemented by two additional side airbags in the rear, available as an option. The driver and front passenger are protected by front and side airbags for the thorax and pelvis. The driver's side front airbag is optimized in shape, thanks to the central part of the fixed wheel. In addition, a driver's knee airbags enhances protection of the shins and knees, reducing the impact against the steering column. The latter is also retractable for 65 mm. In conclusion, Citroen has introduced another innovation in the field of security, it is a system designed to organize and accelerate the emergency response in case of accident, the Citroën Emergency service is activated manually or automatically with the electronic system NaviDrive available on the new C5.

In emergency situations (if you are witnesses or victims of an accident with injuries, etc. in case of aggression.), This service allows vehicle occupants to be in contact in their own language, with a platform for specific assistance . The call can be started automatically as a result of impact, or manually by pressing and holding the button to "SOS". If the driver is unable to speak and show the need, the vehicle is identified and located with GPS and relief are systematically sent in place, allowing you to gain precious minutes. Available in 8 countries of Europe, on 24 and 24 hours 7 days out of 7, this free service is intended to reduce emergency response times, thus saving lives.

Driving sensations and suspension

comfort seat "a la carte", undoubtedly makes the driving experience very pleasant and relaxing. The trains of the new C5, which takes the technical solutions applied on C6, provide comfort and road holding of the highest level. Its road manners are exemplary in all circumstances, and even on rough or humps. The accuracy of direction in dealing with a curve, combined with the fluidity when maneuvering, steering provide a reference. This is made ​​possible thanks to the innovative suspension which will power the new C5, in fact for the first time in this segment have been proposed two types of suspension. A standard suspension is added to the offer of suspension Idrattiva III +. This allows the new C5 offers dual meet any need for sensitivity in terms of driving, always with the benefit of experience on Citroen suspension. The new C5 is therefore proposing a level of comfort rare and worthy of a grand tourer, great dynamism, agility, steering comfort and road holding high-level. The front and rear, combined with the latest innovations within the control of the trajectory driven systems allow the vehicle a flawless level of active safety. This suspension is available since the end of the input range of the new C5. The suspension of the new C5 + Idrattiva III resolves the conflict between comfort and grip the vertical body, adapting to various situations. It provides for two states of stiffness and damping, which allows management of the forces of the suspension in real time for optimum adaptation to the stresses of the road and the driver. The sensors of the vehicle (steering wheel angle, level of acceleration and braking, the wheel excursion ...) allow to reconstruct in real-time vehicle dynamics, and was driving the transition between flexible and rigid state. So, when the vehicle is not requested, the suspension is mainly in how flexible when requested by the driver or from the road, switches to more rigid. With a command on the center console can also be accessed with a "Sport" mode, perhaps too ambitious for such a machine, which allows the driver to select a more dynamic behavior, favoring the maintenance of the vehicle body with respect to comfort. Engines Leaving aside momentarily the many standard accessories and many options, the new C5 range offers engines adapted to a wide clientele, even if those do not offer great performance basis in terms of speed and acceleration but surely pay off in terms of consumption

The customer can choose between three petrol engines: 

- 127 bhp DIN 1.8i 16V (92 kW EEC), coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission; 

- 2.0i 16V 143 bhp DIN (103 kW EEC), coupled with a manual transmission 5-speed automatic or a 4-speed; 

- 3.0i V6 with 215 hp DIN (155 kW EEC), coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Four diesel engines:

- HDi 110 DPFS (80 kW EEC), coupled with a change manuale5 relationships; an engine maybe a little 'too small for a sedan like that, fortunately, is not the only engine available on the new C5, 

- HDi 138 FAP (100 kW EEC), coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission; 

- HDi 173 DPFS (125 kW EEC), coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox or automatic 6-speed; 

- V6 HDi 208 FAP (150 kW EEC), coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

In addition, Citroen C5 inaugurates the new micro-hybrid technology, for application of different models of the range. Initially it is combined with the 1.6 HDi 110 FAP engine (the one we tried), maybe an engine underpowered for a sedan of its kind, and the manual gearbox with paddles behind the wheel driven CMP6. Fortunately this is only an initial choice, from the moment the association 1.6 HDi 110 DPFS with an automatic transmission / sequential in terms of performance is poor. Remember, however, that the application of this new technology on a diesel engine is a world first in the road cars. Micro-hybrid system is composed of the Stop & Start second generation, which uses a reversible alternator performance optimized and offers significant advantages in terms of consumption: 

- Power increased by 70% compared to the first version: now reaches 2.2 kW 

- integrated electronics Prices One of the most obvious things in the moment of final decision by the customer is that the decision is conditioned by the "price factor", which almost always has importance far greater than any particular technical or appearance of the car. So every car company must balance its "request money" in relation to the product offering but also taking into account the range of customers targeted by the new C5. In this regard Citroen seems to have weighed his request, although they're still talking about important figures for a car, but not for a car of that segment. In fact, the price starts from 25,351 euros of "C5 1.6 VTi 120 CMP6 Seduction", up to 40,601 euros to the "C5 3.0 HDi 240 Auto. Executive "(the true cutting edge of the range C5, with a V6 diesel engine that emits 241 HP well to a top speed of 240 km / h). There are numerous versions, integrated engine start at 7. As one can easily imagine it comes to prices far from those required by the big leaders in high-end segment and not just D (Mercedes, Audi and BMW), for which the choice of the C5, which is more economically advantageous, plus you are sure to focus on innovative car (the factor in more than a Citroen) and good quality.

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Citroen C4 Aircross, transforms the traditional codes of the SUV

After the commercial success of the new Citroën C4, produced in over 100 000 copies since its launch a year ago, completes the range with the brand Citroën C4 AIRCROSS, unpublished proposal, which transforms the traditional codes of the compact SUV. Combines innovation and technology, and create a vehicle suited to all styles of modern life and to "escape" every day. Result of the know-how of the brand, combines to drive to an off-road comfort and driving pleasure of a sedan. Available, according to the engines, in two four-wheel drive version, Citroën C4 AIRCROSS will be sold by the end of the first half of 2012 and will be among the leaders in its segment in terms of CO2 emissions. Citroën C4 has AIRCROSS in the style of Brand DNA, and combines the dynamism of the models in the snappy lines of a jeep. One decisive style: The front is characterized by horizontal lines with openings at the ends that accentuate aerodynamic compactness.

The lines of the bonnet, visible from the driver's seat, with widened wheel arches and short overhangs reinforce the impression of robustness of this novel line.

Attention to detail: each element is designed to harmoniously combine style and efficiency. In the front LEDs are vertically integrated in the aerodynamic vents, distinctive note to Citroën C4 AIRCROSS. The large 18-inch wheels and rear lights, inspired by the concept car, Hypnos, improve both the aerodynamics and reduce CO2 emissions.

Sophisticated design: Citroen C4 AIRCROSS has turn signals integrated into mirrors, lines of light in the rear lights and rearview camera integrated chrome strip on the tailgate. The expressive style inherits the stylistic codes of Citroën: the side, with the upside-down shark fin, refers to the glass surface side of the Hypnos concept car, decorated with a compass rose chrome, emblem of the brand of SUVs.

With a full transmission of the latest generation Citroën C4 AIRCROSS offers excellent road holding in all circumstances and the ability to drive constantly with four-wheel drive for better distribution of torque between the front and rear wheels. The driver has a single command, located behind the gear lever, which allows you to manually select one of three transmission settings, depending on your needs: how 2-wheel drive (2WD), optimized fuel consumption, mode 4 wheel drive (4WD), with automatic torque distribution between front and rear axles, or the "LOCK" mode, which increases the torque transmitted to the rear wheels for maximum traction in difficult conditions. 

A level of CO2 emissions reference In line with the environmental policy of the March, Citroën C4 AIRCROSS ranks among the leaders in its segment in terms of CO2 emissions thanks to the HDi 110 engine coupled to a six-speed manual gearbox offered in versions 2 and 4 wheel drive, according to their lifestyle. Since the launch of the Citroën C4 AIRCROSS also benefit performance of the engine HDi 150 (available in version 2 and 4 wheel drive with six-speed manual gearbox) and a 115 hp 1.6-liter petrol engine (available in 2 wheel drive with 5-speed manual gearbox ).

The compact shape (4.34 m long, 1.80 m wide, 1.63 m high) and handling (10.6 m turning circle) allows it to maneuver easily in the city. The interior space (5 seats) worthy of the top segment and the trunk volume (442 L) meet all requirements. Perfect combination between comfort and roadholding, the ground connection is the result of a specific development, according to Citroën values.

The driving position is elevated, perspective and widened the horizon .... The large panoramic glass roof floods the interior with light, and contributes to the welfare of passengers, who can see the sky even in the city. In addition, to create a more muffled when driving at night, provides integrated lines of LED light in the attic. 

The ergonomics of the cockpit is rational, and makes it easy to use controls of the various functions. Citroën C4 AIRCROSS offers its occupants a high level of equipment, that make the trip and driving even more pleasant: Keyless Access & Start function, touch screen GPS navigation system with rearview camera, control the selection of modes of transmission, USB and Bluetooth connection for portable audio players.

Specifications: 

Dimensions: length 4.34 m, width 1.80 m, height 1.63 m 

Turning circle: 10.60 m 

Boot capacity: 442 L

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Citroën to 19 ° weekend green technology for the reduction of CO2 emissions

The traditional annual meeting with the press, in collaboration with Michelin, the brand presents three models of the DS, with a dynamic test of Citroën DS4, during commercial launch in recent weeks and the static display of the Citroën DS3 'latest addition to Citroën DS5. Citroën DS5, marks a new phase in the development of distinctive line. This line, completed in less than 2 years, joins the main range and is targeted at customers looking for a modern approach to the universe Premium. A year and a half since the launch of the Citroën DS3 over 100 000 sales. A few months after the sale, Citroen DS4 nearly 15 000 orders in 2500 in Italy. The first two vehicles, Citroën DS3 and DS4, aroused great enthusiasm in Italy and throughout Europe, demonstrating that the courageous decision to support the Our main range with a distinctive line of vehicles has been a winning move. The success of the DS, a direct competitor to premium brands, clearly demonstrates that the brand is growing.

Now, as announced, comes a third model to complete the online DS Citroën DS5. In a few days to begin road testing, conducted at the international level, and the car will be in showrooms in early 2012. 2 Citroën DS5 is a sculpture that combines aerodynamic French elegance and luxury car at the highest levels, all enriched by the innovative spirit typical of the brand.

DS5 Citroën inaugurates the innovative full hybrid drivetrain of the brand, which combines an engine to the HDi diesel electric propulsion. The technology combines Hybrid4 performance (200 hp, 4 wheel drive, electric mode while driving in the city, boost acceleration in Sport mode) to reduced CO2 emissions (99 g / km).

The originality of the technology full hybrid is a combination of several technologies: 

- Heat engine 2.0 HDi 160 FAP 

- Stop & Start system with a reversible alternator second generation 

- Currency controlled 6-speed optimized 

- synchronous electric motor with permanent magnets, located in a special rear axle, capable 

of developing 27 kW (37 hp) of power, 

- The Power Train Management Unit, automatically manages the operating modes of the two 

engines to help reduce consumption. 

The driver has 4 operating modes : 

- mode 'Auto' automatically handles switching between combustion engine and electric motor, to 

focus on reducing consumption. 

- mode 'Zero Emission Vehicle' (ZEV) allows you to ride on electric power alone, with 

speeds not exceeding 60 km / h. 

- mode '4 WD 'privileges the motor operates continuously, and the 4 wheels of the vehicle (wheels 

front with the engine, the rear electric motor) with speeds up to 120 

km / h. 

- mode 'Sports' promotes responsiveness and dynamism than using the electric motor, 

motor mount heat. 

Our range includes electric vehicles (C-ZERO), designed for use mainly urban, with 2 600 units already sold in Europe. Another fundamental solution is the use of hybrid propulsion. Last year we launched the micro-hybrid technology-and HDi, the best on the market. This first level of hybrid technology equipping almost all vehicles in our range, with the result of 3 effective reduction of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

The latest in this area is micro-hybrid technology equipped Citroën C3 HDi E-70, with CO2 emissions of 87g/km, among the lowest in its category. With the extension of the micro-hybrid HDi all its models and the launch of Citroën C-ZERO in 2010 more than half the cars sold by Citroën in this year produce less than 130 g / km of CO2. The reduction of 5 grams of the average level of CO2 emissions of the whole of its range in Europe confirms the goodness of the strategy undertaken.

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