Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C3
Power
68HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
3.4l/100
Emissions
87g/km
0-100 km/h
16.2s
Top Speed
165km/h
Weight
1165kg
Price
15,610€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
300 L
48 L
50 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C3 Collection e-HDi 70 CMP Airdream · 68 CV (2012-2013)
General description
This generation's Citroën C3 presents itself as a utility car that prioritizes comfort and extraordinarily low fuel consumption. It's a car with a friendly personality and a practical approach, designed to conquer the city with its charm and efficiency, becoming a haven of tranquility in the daily hustle.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the experience is one of pure calm and economy. Its 68 horsepower doesn't invite sporty driving, but rather a serene and relaxed commute. The noticeably soft suspension absorbs road imperfections with a smoothness that makes you feel like you're floating over the road. The piloted manual gearbox (CMP), while aiming for maximum efficiency, can feel somewhat lazy in its transitions, requiring anticipatory and smooth driving. It's a car that teaches you to enjoy the journey without rushing, where every kilometer traveled is a small victory for your wallet.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Citroën C3 is an ode to rounded and friendly shapes. Its almost spherical body and large glass surface create a sense of space and interior brightness unusual for its category. It breaks away from the aggressiveness of its competitors to offer a likable and welcoming image. Inside, the cabin follows the same philosophy, with a dashboard of fluid and simple lines that seeks the well-being of the occupants above all else.
Technology and features
The technological gem of this version is its e-HDi micro-hybrid system, with a very effective Stop & Start function that is key to achieving its incredible consumption of 3.4 l/100 km. The CMP piloted gearbox was a solution of its time to automate driving at a low cost, although its refinement does not meet current standards. The rest of the equipment focuses on the essentials, offering the necessary comforts for a car of its time without great fanfare, always focusing on efficiency.
Competition
In the competitive B-segment, the C3 faced giants like the Renault Clio, the Peugeot 208, the Ford Fiesta, and the Volkswagen Polo. While many of them opted for more dynamic handling or a more sober design, the Citroën C3 played its cards with superior ride comfort, unique interior brightness, and, above all, an almost unbeatable fuel consumption that made it a very smart choice for those who watched every penny.
Conclusion
This Citroën C3 e-HDi 70 is an honest car with very clear priorities: maximum savings and comfort. It won't win you over with its speed, but it will with its ability to make you forget about gas stations and with its friendly and distinctive character. It is the perfect choice for the pragmatic driver looking for an economical, comfortable travel companion with a personality that brings a smile. A car with a big heart and a tiny thirst.