Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Grand C4 Picasso
Power
150HP
Torque
240Nm
Consumption
7.4l/100
Emissions
176g/km
0-100 km/h
10.2s
Top Speed
204km/h
Weight
1605kg
Price
25,620€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
576 L
60 L
110 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Grand C4 Picasso THP 150 CMP Exclusive · 150 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The Citroën Grand C4 Picasso THP 150 was a statement of intent, a minivan that not only transported seven people but enveloped them in an unprecedented experience of light and space. With its powerful 150-horsepower turbocharged gasoline engine, it positioned itself as a family option that did not sacrifice solid performance, offering a first-class journey for the whole family.
Driving experience
Driving this Grand C4 Picasso is like piloting a rolling viewpoint. The immense glass surface floods the cabin with light and creates an unparalleled feeling of freedom and spaciousness. The 150 HP THP engine pushes with surprising energy for a vehicle of its size, making overtaking and long trips a mere formality. However, the CMP automated manual gearbox, with its sometimes hesitant and slow operation, can break the magic of an otherwise extremely comfortable and quiet drive, thanks to a suspension that prioritizes occupant well-being above all else.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was a breath of fresh air, almost a concept car brought to production. The 'Visiospace' concept with its panoramic windshield extending into the roof and its thin A-pillars broke the mold and created a unique visual signature. Inside, the futurism continued with a fully digital and centralized instrument cluster, and the characteristic fixed-hub steering wheel, an engineering and design detail that you either loved or hated, but which undoubtedly defined its innovative personality.
Technology and features
Under the hood, the 1.6 THP engine, developed with BMW, was an advanced piece of engineering for its time, with direct injection and a turbo to offer brilliant performance. The technology was also manifested in its peculiar automated manual transmission (CMP), an attempt to combine the efficiency of a manual with the comfort of an automatic. The cabin was a digital command center, where all information was projected onto a large central screen, freeing up the space in front of the driver and reinforcing that avant-garde feeling.
Competition
In its time, it faced well-established rivals in the seven-seater minivan segment. The Ford S-MAX offered a more dynamic and sporty driving experience. The Renault Grand Scénic was its direct French competitor, also playing the card of comfort and modularity. Meanwhile, the Volkswagen Touran represented the German alternative, with a more sober, pragmatic approach focused on build quality.
Conclusion
The Citroën Grand C4 Picasso THP 150 was not just a family car; it was a travel experience. A bold bet on design, light, and comfort that made it an unforgettable vehicle. Its energetic engine made it ideal for long journeys, although the peculiarity of its CMP gearbox and the long-term reliability of the THP engine are factors to consider. It was, and still is, an option for those who value audacity and space over convention.