Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
163HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
133g/km
0-100 km/h
9.3s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
1690kg
Price
30,150€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
505 L
71 L
120 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C5 Tourer Exclusive HDi 160 · 163 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The 2011 Citroën C5 Tourer is not just a family estate car, it's a statement of intent. In a world dominated by German rigidity, this French car presents itself as an oasis of comfort and elegance, a flying carpet for devouring miles with an unmistakable style and an on-board well-being that captivates from the very first trip.
Driving experience
Driving the C5 Tourer with the 163 hp HDi engine is an experience of pure smoothness and power. The engine's thrust is strong and progressive, ideal for long highway journeys where the car feels in its natural habitat. The double-wishbone suspension masterfully filters out road imperfections, isolating you from the outside world and creating a bubble of tranquility and comfort that few cars of its era could match.
Design and aesthetics
Its silhouette is a rolling work of art. It shuns sharp edges and aggressiveness to offer fluid lines and timeless elegance. The imposing front end, the high waistline, and above all, its characteristic concave rear window, give it a unique personality. It's a car that doesn't shout, but whispers class and distinction, an estate that doesn't sacrifice beauty for functionality.
Technology and features
The Exclusive trim was the pinnacle of French refinement. Beyond its advanced suspension, the interior welcomed you with high-quality materials and a unique design, like its fixed-hub steering wheel, a detail so quintessentially Citroën that it generated either love or hate. Although its infotainment system may seem somewhat outdated today, at the time it offered everything needed to make every journey a connected and pleasant experience, with an attention to detail felt in every button and every adjustment.
Competition
It faced titans like the Volkswagen Passat Variant, the Ford Mondeo Sportbreak, or the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer. While its rivals focused on sportiness or a more predictable sobriety, the C5 Tourer played in its own league: that of supreme comfort and distinctive design. It was the choice for those who didn't want to follow the herd and sought a more relaxed and distinguished driving experience.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 Tourer is much more than a used car; it's a travel experience. An ode to comfort and French 'savoir-faire' that has aged with admirable dignity. It is the smart and emotional purchase for those who value arriving at their destination relaxed over shaving tenths off the clock. A future classic that represents a way of understanding the automobile that, sadly, seems to be going extinct.