Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
140HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
5.2l/100
Emissions
135g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
204km/h
Weight
1610kg
Price
24,490€
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 Millenium HDi 140 · 140 CV (2012)
General description
The 2011 Citroën C5 is much more than a sedan; it is the embodiment of French-style comfort and elegance. In a world obsessed with sportiness, this C5 with its 140 horsepower HDi engine dared to be different, offering a sanctuary of peace and smoothness on every kilometer, a promise of unforgettable journeys.
Driving experience
Driving this C5 is an experience that caresses the senses. The sensation is like floating over the asphalt, thanks to a suspension that seems to erase road imperfections. The 140 hp diesel engine pushes with a calm and constant force from low revs, ideal for effortlessly cruising on highways. It doesn't seek acceleration records, but rather offers a linear and refined power delivery that, together with its six-speed manual gearbox, turns every trip into an exercise in relaxation and pleasure.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent. The silhouette is classic and timeless, but with details that scream 'Citroën,' like its characteristic concave rear window. It is a car with an imposing and distinguished presence. Inside, you are greeted by a cabin that is a true rolling lounge, with quality materials, superb fit and finish, and seats that embrace you. The space is generous, and every control is designed to make life on board extremely pleasant.
Technology and features
The C5's technology is at the service of well-being. Its greatest technological feat is the deformable parallelogram suspension, which isolates occupants from the outside world. The HDi engine, with common-rail direct injection and a variable-geometry turbo, was a benchmark for efficiency and refinement in its time. Although it didn't dazzle with giant screens, its equipment was focused on the essentials for a pleasant journey: good climate control, cruise control, and exceptional soundproofing.
Competition
At the time, it faced established giants like the Volkswagen Passat, the Ford Mondeo, or the Opel Insignia. It also stood up to its cousin, the Peugeot 508. However, the C5 played in its own league, that of absolute comfort, attracting drivers who were looking for an alternative with soul and personality against the rigidity and sportiness of its German competitors.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 Millenium HDi 140 is not a car for everyone, and that is precisely what makes it so special. It is a choice for the driver who values serenity over adrenaline, elegance over ostentation. It is an exceptional travel machine, a refuge from the stress of daily life that, even today, remains a benchmark for comfort and a testament to a unique way of understanding the automobile.