Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Grand C4 Picasso
Power
136HP
Torque
270Nm
Consumption
5.9l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
12.5s
Top Speed
195km/h
Weight
1695kg
Price
23,570€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
576 L
60 L
100 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Grand C4 Picasso HDi 135 FAP CMP SX · 136 CV (2009-2010)
General description
The 2007 Citroën Grand C4 Picasso was not just a minivan; it was a statement of intent. Citroën reinvented family travel with a vehicle that focused on light, space, and a sense of well-being on board that few could match. It was a breath of fresh air in a highly competitive segment, a car designed from the inside out to make every journey a unique experience.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Grand C4 Picasso is like immersing yourself in a world of comfort. The suspension filters out irregularities with exquisite smoothness, always prioritizing passenger comfort over sportiness. The 136-horsepower HDi engine moves the vehicle with enough ease to travel fully loaded, though without showing off. The real star is the visibility, thanks to the panoramic 'Visiospace' windshield that floods the cabin with light and offers an almost cinematic view of the road. However, the automated manual gearbox (CMP) is the bittersweet point; its operation can be slow and somewhat jerky, requiring an adaptation period to drive it smoothly.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was avant-garde and groundbreaking. With an almost spaceship-like silhouette, dominated by the gigantic windshield and very thin A-pillars, the Grand C4 Picasso maximized the feeling of space and light. Inside, modularity was its great virtue, with seven individual seats that allowed for countless configurations to adapt to any family need. Details like the fixed-hub steering wheel or the central digital instrumentation reinforced its innovative and futuristic character, creating an atmosphere unlike anything known before.
Technology and features
For its time, it was at the forefront in many aspects. The fully digital and centralized instrumentation was a distinctive feature that freed up space in front of the driver. It incorporated advanced comfort elements such as dual-zone climate control or an electric parking brake. The CMP gearbox, although controversial in its handling, represented an attempt to combine the comfort of an automatic with the efficiency of a manual. In terms of safety, it already came with standard stability control (ESP), a crucial element for a vehicle of its size and family orientation.
Competition
In the crowded universe of seven-seater minivans, the Grand C4 Picasso faced tough competitors. The Renault Grand Scénic was its direct rival in concept and origin, while the Ford S-MAX offered much more agile and sporty dynamic behavior. The Volkswagen Touran represented sobriety and German build quality, and the Opel Zafira stood out for its practical Flex7 seating system. Against them, the Citroën played the card of supreme comfort and a design that left no one indifferent.
Conclusion
The Citroën Grand C4 Picasso is much more than a simple means of transport; it is a rolling lounge designed for enjoying the journey. Its commitment to comfort, light, and interior versatility made it a benchmark for families. Although the CMP transmission can be its Achilles' heel and it doesn't seek sporty sensations, its ability to make every kilometer relaxed and pleasant is its greatest triumph. A car with an overwhelming personality that, even today, remains a smart choice for those who value space and well-being above all else.