Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4 Picasso
Power
109HP
Torque
240Nm
Consumption
5.3l/100
Emissions
140g/km
0-100 km/h
13.2s
Top Speed
180km/h
Weight
1574kg
Price
21,138€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
500 L
60 L
80 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 Picasso HDi 110 CMP SX · 109 CV (2010)
General description
The 2007 Citroën C4 Picasso was a breath of fresh air in the minivan segment, a vehicle that not only transported the family but enveloped them in a bubble of light and comfort. With its 110-horsepower HDi diesel engine and automated manual gearbox, it promised an economical and relaxed drive, redefining the concept of family travel with a bold focus on design and habitability.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the predominant sensation is one of absolute comfort. The suspension filters out irregularities with exquisite smoothness, almost as if you were floating over the asphalt. The 109 hp engine moves the vehicle with ease for calm use, without sporty pretensions, always prioritizing low consumption. The CMP gearbox is its most characteristic and controversial point; it requires an adaptation period to understand its pauses between gears, inviting a serene and anticipatory driving style to avoid jerks. It's a car that asks for calm and rewards you with a pleasant journey.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the C4 Picasso was a revolution. Its 'Visiospace' concept, with an immense panoramic windshield that merges with the roof, floods the cabin with unprecedented light and a sense of space. The interior is equally avant-garde, with a clear driving position, central digital instrumentation, and the iconic fixed-hub steering wheel. Every corner is designed for life on board, with modularity and storage solutions that turn it into a rolling living room.
Technology and features
For its time, the C4 Picasso was at the forefront. The centralized digital instrumentation was a futuristic feature that brought all information together clearly. The automated manual gearbox (CMP) represented an attempt to democratize driving without a clutch pedal, although its operation did not achieve the refinement of a conventional automatic transmission. It also incorporated an electric parking brake and four-zone climate control, details that demonstrated Citroën's commitment to innovation in the service of family comfort.
Competition
In a very competitive market, it faced titans like the Renault Scénic, its eternal French rival in the battle for modularity and comfort. The Ford C-MAX offered a more agile and dynamic drive for those who didn't want to give up driving sensations. Meanwhile, the Volkswagen Touran represented the sober, high-perceived-quality German alternative, while the SEAT Altea opted for a more sporty and emotional design.
Conclusion
The Citroën C4 Picasso is a car with an overwhelming personality, an ode to space, light, and comfort. It is the perfect choice for families who value onboard well-being above pure performance. Its efficient diesel engine makes it a great traveler, and although its CMP gearbox has its peculiarities, the overall package is a work of engineering designed to make every journey a unique and pleasant experience. A vehicle that, even today, feels special and different.