Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4 Aircross
Power
117HP
Torque
154Nm
Consumption
5.9l/100
Emissions
133g/km
0-100 km/h
11.3s
Top Speed
184km/h
Weight
1380kg
Price
22,770€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
416 L
63 L
86 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 Aircross 1.6i 2WD Seduction · 117 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The 2012 Citroën C4 Aircross burst onto the growing compact SUV market like a breath of fresh air and French design. The result of a collaboration with Mitsubishi, this model combines Citroën's stylistic audacity with a proven Japanese mechanical base, offering an alternative with character and personality for those seeking more than just a means of transportation.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C4 Aircross conveys a sense of calm and control. Its 1.6-liter, 117 hp gasoline engine, while not aiming for speed records, moves the vehicle with commendable smoothness, ideal for daily use and relaxed journeys. The suspension masterfully filters out road imperfections, prioritizing occupant comfort over sportiness. It's a car that invites you to enjoy the scenery, to drive without hurry, feeling the road flow under its wheels with pleasant composure.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the C4 Aircross truly captivates. Citroën applied its magic to transform a shared platform into a vehicle with an unmistakable identity. The front end, with the chevrons extending to the headlights and vertical LED daytime running lights, gives it a unique and bold look. The silhouette, with its inverted C-pillar and chrome details, exudes an elegance and originality that clearly sets it apart in traffic, a true exercise in style that leaves no one indifferent.
Technology and features
On board, the technology focuses on functionality and comfort. For its time, features like the Stop & Start system demonstrate an awareness of efficiency. The Seduction trim level's equipment offers what's necessary to make life on board simpler and more pleasant, without overwhelming with unnecessary complexities. The instrumentation is clear and the ergonomics are well-designed, creating a welcoming atmosphere where technology serves the driver, not the other way around.
Competition
In 2012, the C4 Aircross faced fierce competition. Its main rival was the best-selling Nissan Qashqai, but it also had to compete with its platform sibling, the Mitsubishi ASX, as well as strong contenders like the Hyundai ix35, the Kia Sportage, and its compatriot, the Peugeot 3008. Against them, the Citroën played the card of distinctive design and ride comfort.
Conclusion
The Citroën C4 Aircross is more than an SUV; it's a statement of intent. It is the perfect choice for those who value aesthetics and originality without sacrificing practicality and a reliable mechanical base. It's not the fastest or the sportiest, but it wins you over with its comfort, its captivating design, and that feeling of traveling in a special car, with a genuinely French soul and a Japanese heart.