Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
211HP
Torque
290Nm
Consumption
10.5l/100
Emissions
245g/km
0-100 km/h
9.2s
Top Speed
224km/h
Weight
1800kg
Price
34,300€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
439 L
71 L
155 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C5 Exclusive 3.0i V6 215 CAS · 211 CV (2009-2010)
General description
The 2008 Citroën C5 Exclusive 3.0i V6 is not just a sedan; it's a statement of principles. In an era where German sportiness set the pace, Citroën dared to offer a rolling sanctuary, a car that prioritized absolute comfort and the pleasure of unhurried travel, powered by the nobility and smoothness of a V6 gasoline engine. It is the last echo of a lineage of great French sedans that understood luxury as an experience of serenity and distinction.
Driving experience
Driving this C5 is like gliding on a magic carpet. The Hydractive 3+ suspension is the absolute star, isolating occupants from road imperfections with almost magical efficiency. The 211 hp V6 engine delivers its power linearly and silkily, without abruptness, accompanied by a mechanical murmur that is pure melody. It is not a car with lightning-fast reactions, its 1800 kg weight is felt, but on the highway, it demonstrates superb poise and stability. It is a machine for devouring kilometers, a refuge from stress where every journey becomes a relaxing and pleasant experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is elegant and personal, with an elongated silhouette and a sloping roofline that gives it a coupé-like feel. Details like the concave rear window are a nod to the brand's history and a touch of eccentricity that sets it apart. Inside, the Exclusive trim welcomes you into a quality environment, with seats that are true armchairs and a dashboard that, although packed with buttons, creates an enveloping and technological atmosphere. The fixed-hub steering wheel is another of its peculiarities, a character trait that defines the onboard experience.
Technology and features
The technological crown jewel is, without a doubt, its Hydractive 3+ suspension. This intelligent system adapts the height and stiffness of the damping in real-time, offering a 'Sport' mode for those seeking a bit more firmness. For its time, it was very well-equipped, with features like directional xenon headlights, a comprehensive climate control system, and parking aids. Although its infotainment system cannot compete with current ones, at the time it represented a very complete technological offering focused on driver comfort and safety.
Competition
This C5 V6 faced the heavyweights of the segment, such as the BMW 3 Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, or the Audi A4. However, its proposition was radically different: while the Germans focused on dynamics and sportiness, the Citroën offered a level of ride comfort unattainable for them. Other more mainstream rivals like the Ford Mondeo or the Volkswagen Passat could not compete in either the sophistication of its chassis or the exclusivity of its six-cylinder engine.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 3.0 V6 is a car for connoisseurs, an ode to comfort and a way of understanding the automobile that has been lost today. It is the perfect choice for those who value smoothness, silence, and ride quality above all else. It is not the most agile or the most modern, but it possesses an overwhelming soul and personality. Driving it is to rediscover the pleasure of stress-free travel, wrapped in a bubble of tranquility and refined power. A future classic with undeniable charm.