Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C3
Power
68HP
Torque
150Nm
Consumption
4.3l/100
Emissions
113g/km
0-100 km/h
15.4s
Top Speed
165km/h
Weight
1145kg
Price
12,817€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
305 L
47 L
50 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C3 HDi 70 SensoDrive Airdream Cool · 68 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The 2008 Citroën C3 is not just a car; it's a rolling statement of intent. In a world of aggressive lines, it responds with a smile, a bubble of optimism and French pragmatism. With its efficient HDi engine and the particular SensoDrive gearbox, this C3 Airdream Cool was conceived to conquer the city with charm, economy, and a personality that refuses to go unnoticed.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the C3 is like entering a comfort zone. Its 68 horsepower doesn't aim to break records but to deliver a smooth and constant thrust, ideal for the urban pulse. The diesel engine is a faithful murmur that promises miles and miles on a single tank. The suspension filters out road imperfections with a delicacy that makes you forget about potholes, always prioritizing the well-being of the occupants. The SensoDrive gearbox, with its leisurely character, invites you to a relaxed drive, to enjoy the journey rather than rushing to the destination.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is pure emotion. The iconic arched roofline is not an aesthetic whim; it's a promise of space and light that is more than fulfilled inside. Seen from the outside, the C3 is friendly, approachable, a friend in the concrete jungle. Inside, this feeling is amplified with a surprisingly airy cabin and a dashboard that, with its digital instrumentation, brought a touch of modernity and audacity. It's a car designed from the inside out, with people in mind.
Technology and features
The C3's technology was smart and focused on the essentials. The heart of the car, its HDi engine with common-rail injection, was a marvel of efficiency for its time, achieving minimal consumption and low emissions that earned it the Airdream seal. The SensoDrive automated manual gearbox represented a brave attempt to democratize the comfort of clutchless driving. Although it may seem simple today, its focus on efficiency and comfort through engineering was its greatest technological asset.
Competition
In a market populated by giants like the Renault Clio, the Peugeot 207, or the Ford Fiesta, the Citroën C3 chose a different path. While its rivals focused on sportiness or a more German sobriety, the C3 played the card of absolute comfort and distinctive design. It faced them not by trying to be better at everything, but by being unique in its proposal: to offer a rolling sanctuary, a bright and comfortable space that made every journey a more pleasant experience.
Conclusion
The Citroën C3 HDi 70 SensoDrive is a car with a soul. It is the perfect choice for those who value economy of use and exceptional ride comfort above adrenaline. Its timeless design still brings smiles, and its interior is an oasis of light and space. Despite the peculiar character of its gearbox, it represents an intelligent and profoundly human way of understanding the automobile: a loyal, practical, and charming companion for everyday life.