Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C1
Power
82HP
Torque
118Nm
Consumption
4.3l/100
Emissions
99g/km
0-100 km/h
10.9s
Top Speed
170km/h
Weight
940kg
Price
11,800€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
196 L
35 L
60 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C1 3p PureTech 82 Feel · 82 CV (2014-2015)
General description
The Citroën C1 PureTech 82 is much more than a simple city car; it's a statement of intent, a small giant with an 82-horsepower heart that beats strongly to conquer the urban asphalt. Born to move with audacity and joy, this C1 invites you to rediscover the pleasure of driving through the busiest streets, offering a spark of excitement on every journey.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C1 feels alive and energetic. Its three-cylinder PureTech engine, combined with a featherweight of just 940 kg, gives it surprising agility and a lively response that brings a smile to your face at every traffic light. The acceleration is more than enough to feel like the king of the city, and its small turning circle makes it a master of impossible maneuvers. The suspension, firm but not uncomfortable, communicates what's happening under the wheels and encourages you to take corners with a confidence you wouldn't expect in a car of its size.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Citroën C1 is pure personality. Its bold front end, with split headlights and a playful look, makes it unmistakable. The 3-door body accentuates its compact and dynamic character, a small capsule of style that does not go unnoticed. Inside, simplicity is key, but it's full of charm, with touches of color and a functional design that prioritizes space and brightness. It doesn't aim for luxury, but for intelligence and friendliness, creating a cozy and youthful atmosphere.
Technology and features
At the time, the C1 offered just the right amount of technology to make life on board easier and more entertaining. Without overwhelming with complex systems, it focused on the essentials: a very smooth electric power steering, ideal for parking, and an infotainment system that, in its more equipped versions, already had a touchscreen to connect a smartphone. It's technology at the service of simplicity and basic connectivity, designed for a young, urban audience.
Competition
In the urban jungle, the C1 was not alone. It faced its own platform siblings, the Peugeot 108 and the Toyota Aygo, with which it shared a skeleton but not a soul. Beyond its family, it had to compete with segment icons like the charismatic Fiat 500, the German trio of the Volkswagen up!, the SEAT Mii, and the Skoda Citigo, and the ingenious Renault Twingo. Fierce competition that forced each one to stand out with its own personality.
Conclusion
The Citroën C1 PureTech 82 is an emotionally intelligent purchase. It's a car that you fall in love with for its agility, its bold design, and its low fuel consumption. It's not the most spacious nor the most suitable for long highway trips, but in its territory, the city, it is simply brilliant. It represents the freedom to move without complications, with a contained cost and a daily dose of fun. It's the perfect companion for those who see the car as an extension of their vibrant and optimistic lifestyle.