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The updated versions of the Citroen C4 hatchback and C4 X saloon launched at the Paris Motor Show. Citroen has updated their interiors and technology suites, and improved the EV’s range.
“The same, but funkier”
Car Magazine said the “facelifted” C4 was “The same, but funkier”. Citroen hasn’t promised a revolution, but rather sought to update and improve the C4 all-round. The Advanced Comfort seats have had an upgrade with an extra 15mm of foam and denser padding. The driver’s seat has extra height and lumbar adjustment.
The infotainment systems have been tweaked too. There’s a new digital assistant that drivers can say ‘Hello, Citroen’ to.
Top Gear described the new designs, saying, “the new C4 gets a sleek and glossy grille bearing the modernised Citroen brand logo. It’s flanked by new slimmer segment LED headlights.”
The new Citroen cars come with alloy wheels. Customers can find expert Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Swindon to keep their wheels in top condition.
Engines and batteries
The petrol option is a 130bhp 1.2-litre engine. Citroen says the new hybrid engines produce 20% less CO2 than the Pure Tech C4 and that drivers can expect to use the zero-emission mode half the time. The EVs have stayed the same, with the entry level’s 50kWh battery and 134bhp motor. This will give a range of 223 miles (in ideal driving conditions). The batteries support 100kW rapid charging, so an 80% charge will take around half an hour.
Practicality
The C4 hatchback offers a good amount of space for five people. Car Magazine says it “still boasts the best-in-class rear legroom.” The boot offers 380 litres of space or, if you were to fold the back seats down, 1250 litres.
Cost
Citroen hasn’t announced the prices yet. The new C4 is likely to cost around £21,000.
When are the new models available?
Top Gear says, “we are told the new C4 and C4X will arrive in dealerships in the new year. More as we get it.”
How were the previous C4s reviewed?
What Car? said, “The C4 is a temptingly priced SUV that offers impressive comfort and refinement” and gave the car an overall 4/5 star rating. The review noted the “comfortable ride”, “little wind or road noise”, and the price as positives, while the small boot, and no alarm on the entry-level C4 were seen as negatives.
Another notable negative was the C4’s handling. What Car? said, “While Citroën is obsessed with comfort, it seems not to care much about sportiness”, with a dramatic lean when you turn into a bend at speed.
One of the positives, however, was the C4’s interior, with a “good build quality with a pleasing palette of materials”.
Auto Trader gave the C4 3.5 stars, noting it faces “some stiff competition” and said the “benchmark for this sector of the market” was the Volkswagen Golf. Running costs were considered a major positive (admittedly after a high sticker price), making the car a “sensible choice”. Like What Car?, Auto Trader were fans of the C4’s interior: “This remains Citroën’s focus and the C4 is a very comfy hatchback, with wide supportive seats and lots of headroom.”
