Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Grand C4 Picasso
Power
140HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
8l/100
Emissions
190g/km
0-100 km/h
11.5s
Top Speed
195km/h
Weight
1635kg
Price
22,173€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
576 L
60 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Grand C4 Picasso 2.0i 16v CMP SX · 140 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The 2007 Citroën Grand C4 Picasso was not just a minivan; it was a promise of family trips full of light and comfort. It arrived to redefine the concept of a family vehicle, betting on an almost open-plan interior space and unprecedented visibility, turning every journey into a panoramic experience.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the predominant sensation is that of floating over the asphalt. Its 140 horsepower moves the vehicle with a smoothness designed not to disturb the peace on board, not to seek sporty emotions. The CMP automated manual gearbox aims for comfort, although sometimes its transition between gears breaks the magic with some hesitation. It is a car that invites a calm drive, to enjoy the landscape that filters through its gigantic windshield and to value silence over adrenaline.
Design and aesthetics
Citroën broke the mold with an almost futuristic design, a glass capsule on wheels. The 'Visiospace' concept materializes in a panoramic windshield that extends to the roof and very thin A-pillars that eliminate blind spots and bathe the cabin in light. Inside, the steering wheel with fixed central controls and the digital instrumentation in the center of the dashboard created a technological and minimalist atmosphere, a rolling lounge where every detail was designed for well-being.
Technology and features
For its time, the Grand C4 Picasso was a technological showcase. The fully digital and centralized instrumentation was its hallmark, offering information in a clear and novel way. The automated manual gearbox (CMP) represented an attempt to combine the efficiency of a manual with the comfort of an automatic. Added to this were aids like the electric parking brake, all focused on making life on board simpler and more pleasant.
Competition
In a very competitive market, it faced giants like the Renault Grand Scénic, the Ford S-MAX, or the Volkswagen Touran. While its rivals opted for dynamism or German sobriety, the C4 Picasso played a unique card: that of bold design and an obsession with brightness and space. It was the choice for those who were not just looking for 7 seats, but a different and more sensory travel experience.
Conclusion
The Citroën Grand C4 Picasso is a car bought with the heart, thinking of the family's happiness. It is a triumph of comfort, modularity, and light. Although its mechanics are not thrilling for their verve and the CMP gearbox has its own character, its virtues as a family vehicle are undeniable. It was, and still is, one of the most original and pleasant minivans to travel in, a haven of peace on the road.