Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C8
Power
136HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
5.9l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
10.5s
Top Speed
194km/h
Weight
1845kg
Price
25,927€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
830 L
80 L
100 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C8 2.0 HDi 135 Attraction · 136 CV (2012)
General description
The Citroën C8 is not just a minivan; it's a sanctuary on wheels for the family. Born in an era where space and versatility were everything, this vehicle was conceived to be the accomplice of countless journeys, weekend getaways, and the daily routine, always with the promise of exceptional comfort and a place for every family member and their luggage.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C8 conveys a sense of command and tranquility. Its 136-horsepower 2.0 HDi engine, while not aiming for speed records, moves its more than 1800 kilos with surprising ease. It feels like a tireless traveler, with generous torque from low revs that facilitates overtaking and a suspension that absorbs road irregularities with an enveloping smoothness. It's not a car for feeling the road, but for enjoying the scenery and company without any jolts.
Design and aesthetics
Its exterior design is an ode to functionality, with smooth lines and an imposing silhouette that screams 'space'. The sliding side doors are a blessing, a detail that transforms access in tight parking spots into an act of pure convenience. But it's inside where the C8 reveals its soul: a huge, bright, and modular cabin that feels more like a rolling lounge than a car. Each seat is an armchair, and the visibility is panoramic, creating a first-class travel atmosphere.
Technology and features
The technology of the 2008 C8 is that of an honest and functional car for its time. You won't find giant touch screens or advanced driving assistants, but you will find everything necessary for a safe and pleasant journey. The common-rail diesel engine was a benchmark for efficiency and smoothness, and features like climate control or stability controls ensured the well-being and safety a family needs. Its technology doesn't dazzle, but it fulfills its mission with proven reliability.
Competition
The C8 was not alone in its conquest of the family road. It fought in a very competitive segment, directly facing its project siblings, the Peugeot 807 and the Fiat Ulysse, with which it shared almost everything. Beyond its family, it competed against giants like the Renault Espace, the Ford Galaxy, or the SEAT Alhambra, each with its own arguments, but all sharing the goal of being the ultimate family vehicle.
Conclusion
In short, the Citroën C8 is a vehicle with a huge heart, designed with a clear purpose: to make life on board easier and more enjoyable. It is the choice of reason and emotion for those who value space over aesthetics and comfort over pure performance. A loyal travel companion that, despite the years, still evokes the nostalgia of great family adventures.