Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4 Cactus
Power
99HP
Torque
254Nm
Consumption
3.4l/100
Emissions
90g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
184km/h
Weight
1145kg
Price
18,150€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
348 L
45 L
73 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 Cactus BlueHDi 100 S&S Live · 99 CV (2015-2016)
General description
The 2014 Citroën C4 Cactus burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a car that dared to be different. It wasn't just a means of transport; it was a statement of principles on wheels, a manifesto of originality and functionality that challenged the segment's conventions with an overwhelming personality.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C4 Cactus envelops you in an atmosphere of calm and comfort. Its remarkably soft suspension filters out road imperfections with surprising efficiency, inviting a relaxed drive. The 99 HP BlueHDi engine, while not explosive, moves the car with ease and astonishing fuel efficiency, turning every journey into an economical and pleasant experience, far from any sporting pretensions.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the Cactus becomes a legend. The side 'Airbumps' are not mere ornaments; they are a functional stroke of genius that protects the bodywork from minor everyday bumps, uniting aesthetics and practicality. Its minimalist interior, with digital instrumentation and a large central screen, eliminates buttons to create an open and modern space, almost like a living room, especially with its sofa-style front seats.
Technology and features
Ahead of its time, it centralized almost all functions on its 7-inch touchscreen, from climate control to the multimedia system. This commitment to digitalization, although common today, was a bold vision of the future at the time. The digital instrument cluster, though simple, reinforces the feeling of being in a concept car made real, focused on essential information.
Competition
It faced models like the Renault Captur, the Peugeot 2008, or the Nissan Juke, but in reality, the C4 Cactus was in a league of its own. While its rivals opted for sportiness or a more traditional approach, Citroën offered an alternative based on lightness, intelligent simplicity, and a design that was polarizing but undoubtedly had a unique soul.
Conclusion
The Citroën C4 Cactus is not a car for everyone, and that is precisely its greatest virtue. It is a passionate choice for drivers who value audacity, supreme comfort, and an incredibly low running cost. More than a car, it is a life companion with an unforgettable character that proved innovation is not always about power, but about ideas.