Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C3
Power
68HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
3.9l/100
Emissions
101g/km
0-100 km/h
13.5s
Top Speed
163km/h
Weight
1145kg
Price
14,640€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
300 L
48 L
50 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C3 Exclusive HDi 70 · 68 CV (2011)
General description
The 2011 Citroën C3 is presented as a breath of fresh air in the supermini segment. It doesn't seek to be the fastest, but the most faithful and comfortable companion for day-to-day life, a haven of light and comfort in the urban jungle thanks to its revolutionary Zenith windscreen.
Driving experience
Driving this C3 is an experience of serenity. Its 68 horsepower won't pin you to the seat, but the HDi engine responds with surprising smoothness from low revs, ideal for stress-free city driving. The suspension masterfully filters out imperfections, conveying a feeling of floating over the asphalt, always prioritizing the well-being of the occupants over sportiness.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is pure charm and originality. The rounded, friendly shapes break with the aggressiveness of other models, but the real gem is the panoramic Zenith windscreen. This immense glass surface floods the cabin with light, creating an airy atmosphere and a sense of freedom that no other car in its class could offer. It's a design conceived from the inside out.
Technology and features
The onboard technology of the C3 Exclusive focuses on efficiency and comfort. The HDi engine with common-rail injection is a marvel of low consumption, allowing for exceptional range. Although it doesn't overwhelm with screens, its standard equipment in this top trim, with features like climate control and cruise control, demonstrated Citroën's dedication to making life on board simpler and more pleasant.
Competition
In a very competitive market, it faced giants like the Renault Clio, the Peugeot 207, or the Ford Fiesta. While its rivals focused on dynamics or a more conventional design, the C3 played a unique card: absolute comfort and an overwhelming personality marked by its incredible interior brightness, an emotional argument difficult to match.
Conclusion
The Citroën C3 HDi 70 is not a car for those seeking thrills at the wheel, but for those who long for a sanctuary of peace and economy in their travels. It is a smart and heartfelt purchase, a vehicle that cares for you with its comfort, pampers you with its light, and rewards you at every visit to the gas station. A modern classic that understood that the greatest luxury is well-being.