Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4 Cactus
Power
82HP
Torque
118Nm
Consumption
4.3l/100
Emissions
98g/km
0-100 km/h
15s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
1050kg
Price
15,100€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
348 L
50 L
60 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 Cactus PureTech 82 S&S ETG Feel · 82 CV (2014-2017)
General description
The 2014 Citroën C4 Cactus was not just another car; it was a bold statement of principles, a breath of fresh air in an often predictable market. Born to challenge the conventional, this vehicle opted for simplicity, comfort, and a design that leaves no one indifferent, prioritizing the essence of driving and on-board well-being over raw power or superfluous luxury.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C4 Cactus envelops you in an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. Its 82-horsepower engine doesn't aim for speed records but rather offers a smooth and economical ride, ideal for the city and leisurely trips. The ETG automated manual gearbox defines much of the experience, with leisurely shifts that encourage a serene and anticipatory driving style. It's not a car for rushing, but for enjoying the journey with a suspension that pampers occupants by absorbing road imperfections.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the C4 Cactus became an icon. Its exterior design, featuring the revolutionary 'Airbumps,' was not just an aesthetic stroke of genius but a practical solution to protect the bodywork from minor everyday bumps. Its silhouette, with sharp headlights and an unmistakable personality, broke the mold. Inside, the minimalist philosophy continues with a clean dashboard, where a central touchscreen centralizes almost all functions, and a digital instrument cluster that seems to float. It's a cabin that feels spacious, original, and profoundly different.
Technology and features
The technology in the C4 Cactus focused on simplification. The 7-inch touchscreen was its digital heart, grouping climate control, multimedia, and vehicle settings in one place—an avant-garde decision that cleared the dashboard of buttons. The digital instrument panel added a futuristic touch, although the information displayed was basic. However, the most notorious and controversial technology was its ETG automated manual gearbox, a system that automated a manual transmission but whose slowness and sometimes jerky operation did not convince everyone.
Competition
In a segment as competitive as compact crossovers, the C4 Cactus faced titans like the Nissan Juke, another model with a very personal and polarizing aesthetic. It also competed with the best-selling Renault Captur, which played on customization and practicality, and with its cousin, the Peugeot 2008, which offered a more traditional driving experience and a higher perceived interior quality. Against them, the Cactus was always the most original and daring.
Conclusion
The Citroën C4 Cactus is a car with a soul, a vehicle for those who value authenticity and intelligent design over pure performance. It was a brave bet that proved you could be different and functional at the same time. Although its performance is modest and some of its technological solutions, like the ETG gearbox, could be improved, its unique character, exceptional comfort, and low running costs make it an unforgettable and charismatic choice.