Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4 Cactus
Power
110HP
Torque
205Nm
Consumption
4.7l/100
Emissions
100g/km
0-100 km/h
9.3s
Top Speed
188km/h
Weight
1095kg
Price
18,500€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
348 L
50 L
81 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 Cactus PureTech 110 S&S Shine Edition · 110 CV (2016-2017)
General description
The 2014 Citroën C4 Cactus burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a vehicle that dared to be radically different. It wasn't just a car, but a statement of intent that prioritized comfort, simplicity, and an overwhelming personality over conventional sportiness. This version with the 110 HP PureTech engine promised the perfect balance between everyday agility and a touch of joy, all wrapped in a design that, years later, still turns heads.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the C4 Cactus is to immerse yourself in an experience of absolute comfort. The suspension, with a deliberately soft setting, filters out road imperfections with a smoothness reminiscent of classic Citroëns, inviting a relaxed drive. The 110 HP three-cylinder engine is surprisingly energetic and willing, with a characteristic sound that adds character. Its low-end torque makes it agile in the city and capable on the highway. It's a car that doesn't ask you to race, but to enjoy the journey, feeling how it takes care of you with every kilometer.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the C4 Cactus becomes a functional and polarizing work of art. Its design is an ode to originality. The famous side 'Airbumps' are not a mere aesthetic whim, but a brilliant and practical solution to protect the bodywork from small everyday bumps. The sharp headlights, the floating roof, and its rounded shapes create a friendly and almost conceptual silhouette. Inside, the minimalist philosophy continues with a dashboard dominated by two screens, front seats that look like a sofa, and unique details like the suitcase-style door handles. It feels less like a car and more like a design space.
Technology and features
The C4 Cactus opted for digital minimalism, centralizing almost all functions on its 7-inch central touchscreen. This clears the dashboard of buttons, creating a clean and modern feel, although its operation while driving requires an adaptation period. The instrument cluster is also a simple and clear digital screen. For its time, it offered interesting features like a rearview camera or parking assist, but it also had curious omissions, such as the compass-style opening rear windows, reinforcing its unique character and focus on the essentials.
Competition
At its launch, the C4 Cactus faced a B-SUV segment full of competitors like the Nissan Juke, with which it shared design audacity, or the Renault Captur, which played the card of customization and practicality. However, none of its rivals offered that particular combination of extreme comfort, practical solutions like the Airbumps, and such a disruptive design. The Cactus didn't compete directly but created its own space for those drivers who sought to stand out and value well-being above all else.
Conclusion
The Citroën C4 Cactus PureTech 110 is a car with a soul, a vehicle that will be remembered for its courage to challenge the established norms. It is the perfect choice for those who value comfort over pure performance and seek a design that tells a story. Its drive is a calm pleasure, its engine is efficient and cheerful, and its cabin is a haven of originality. It's not a car for everyone, and that is precisely where its greatest charm lies: it is a modern collector's item to be enjoyed every day.