Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C4
Power
88HP
Torque
133Nm
Consumption
6.4l/100
Emissions
153g/km
0-100 km/h
12.8s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1257kg
Price
12,450€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
320 L
60 L
65 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C4 5p 1.4i 16v 90cv LX (2004-2008)
General description
The 2005 Citroën C4 burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a bold statement of intent that broke with everything that came before. Leaving behind the conservative lines of its predecessor, the Xsara, this C4 invited us into a future where design and technology were not at odds with everyday life, creating an instant emotional connection with those looking for something different.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel of this version with its 1.4-liter, 88-horsepower engine, the sensations are of smoothness and comfort. It's not a car that asks for a fight, but rather invites you to enjoy the journey calmly. Its suspension filters out irregularities with Citroën's typical mastery, and its engine, though modest in performance, feels willing and sufficient for daily use, offering a relaxed and pleasant drive, a refuge from traffic stress.
Design and aesthetics
The design was its great calling card and its soul. With a rounded, aerodynamic silhouette, every detail seemed sculpted to surprise. But it was inside where the magic truly happened: the fixed-hub steering wheel, a stroke of genius that kept the controls always in place, and the translucent digital instrumentation in the center of the dashboard, created a spaceship-like atmosphere that made you feel like you were in a car from tomorrow.
Technology and features
For its time, the C4 was a technological showcase. Beyond its revolutionary driving position, it introduced unprecedented elements to the compact segment, such as the integrated air freshener or the lane departure warning system in higher-end versions. The fixed-hub steering wheel was not just an aesthetic whim; it allowed for a more effectively shaped driver's airbag and grouped an astonishing number of functions at your fingertips, redefining the interaction between man and machine.
Competition
In a segment dominated by the sobriety of the Volkswagen Golf, the dynamism of the Ford Focus, or the popularity of the Renault Mégane, the Citroën C4 stood out as the choice for the heart. It was the choice for those who valued originality, supreme comfort, and the feeling of driving a unique piece of design, above pure sportiness or German tradition.
Conclusion
The first-generation Citroën C4 is much more than a car; it's an experience, a memory of a time when brands dared to dream. This entry-level version fulfills its purpose of reliable and comfortable mobility, but wrapped in a package that, almost two decades later, still turns heads and brings smiles. It's a car with an overwhelming personality, a modern classic that proved you could be different and succeed.