Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
140HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
153g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
204km/h
Weight
1683kg
Price
26,940€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
439 L
71 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C5 Exclusive HDi 140 FAP · 140 CV (2009)
General description
The 2008 Citroën C5 is the embodiment of French savoir-faire in the world of sedans. It's not just a means of transport; it's a statement of principles where comfort, elegance, and originality rise above conventions. This car invites you to rediscover the pleasure of traveling, turning every kilometer into a serene and distinguished experience.
Driving experience
Driving this C5 is like floating on a magic carpet. The suspension, a work of engineering art, isolates occupants from any road imperfection, creating a sense of calm and absolute control. The 140 HP HDi engine pushes smoothly but forcefully thanks to its generous torque, making overtaking and long trips a mere formality. It doesn't seek sportiness, but excellence in ride quality, a quality that you fall in love with on every journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a sculpture in motion. The fluid roofline, its imposing presence, and the characteristic concave rear window give it a unique personality that has aged with admirable dignity. Inside, you are welcomed by a cabin that borders on premium, with quality materials and careful assembly. The fixed-hub steering wheel is a bold and memorable detail, a nod to Citroën's history of innovation that makes you feel like you're in a special car.
Technology and features
Beyond its efficient and capable diesel engine for its time, the real technological gem is its hydropneumatic suspension system, capable of varying height and firmness to offer unparalleled comfort or greater stiffness as needed. Although its infotainment system may seem outdated today, at the time it offered comprehensive equipment that, combined with its advanced safety systems, positioned it as a modern and avant-garde sedan.
Competition
In a segment dominated by the German sobriety of models like the Volkswagen Passat or the dynamic efficiency of the Ford Mondeo, the Citroën C5 stood as the alternative for the driver seeking something different. It also competed with its compatriots, the Peugeot 407 and the Renault Laguna, but none managed to replicate that sublime feeling of isolation and comfort that only the C5 could offer.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 HDi 140 is much more than a sedan; it's a rolling sanctuary, an ode to comfort and good taste. It's the perfect choice for those who value quality of life on board above pure performance. A car with a soul, representing a golden era for Citroën, and which, to this day, remains a magnificent travel companion capable of making you feel special.