Reviews: "Citroen C4" hatchback. Citroen C4: specifications, photos

For the first time the Citroën C4 passenger car was presented at the Geneva Motor Show, where it became the receiver of the old Xsara model. At that time, the new hatchback managed to impress many with its sporty and dynamic appearance, as well as a wide range of powertrains. For all the years of its existence, it was produced in only two modifications of the body - a 5-and a 3-door hatchback. However, according to reviews, Citroën C4 hatchback three-door did not differ from its 5-door brother. And similar features were seen not only in design, but also in driving performance. In today's review, we will try to find out all the features of the French "Citroen S4" hatchback: technical specifications, design and interior.

The exterior of the car

As we already noted earlier, the car is produced in several body variations. In this three-door model, the French were described as a "coupe". The same design of the car repeats almost all forms and curves of its prototype "Citroen Sport" - unusual optics, sloping roof and the original slope of the rear rack. Looks hatchback very aggressively, especially it concerns its rear part, where designers have placed a small spoiler.

Front "Citroën C4" clearly shows us the strict optics of the angular shape, which extends to the hood upwards. A huge bumper with a wide "mouth" and a chrome grille, made in the form of two strips towering in the center - so the manufacturer symbolizes the brand of his car. At the same time, the designers managed to keep Citroën's signature features, so that the hatchback remains easily recognizable on the road. On the sides are visible massive and relief doors, which in combination with a rounded roof make the model even more sporty. "Muscular" wheel arches in front give the car an athletic and smart look. In general, as the reviews say, the Citroën C4 hatchback has a very unusual design and at the same time does not look like an ugly duckling.

Interior

The interior of the 3-door version of the Citroen is absolutely no different from the 5-door version. Here, the designers decided not to adhere to modest standard solutions and went for originality. So, instead of the classic arrows and scales, on the dashboard in the "Citroen S4" digital electronic displays are flashed. By the way, as far as the location of the instrument panel is concerned, here again the French decided to "reconcile". Now it is in the center of the torpedo - this is the counterpart of the new Citroën S4 (hatchback).

The owners' comments also point out the presence of various security systems, including EBD, ESP, anti-lock braking system, built-in software speed limiter, tire pressure monitoring sensor, and a full range of airbags. In addition, the program itself can warn the driver about the convergence of the vehicle from the correct trajectory.

But the safety of the car does not end there. In addition to the various programs, the Citroën C4 is equipped with special side windows, which are pre-coated with a film to prevent fragmentation during impact. According to the manufacturer, this solution contributes not only to the safety of the driver and passengers, but also significantly improves sound insulation. What is especially noteworthy is the thickness of the side windows. Instead of the usual 3 millimeters, the car is equipped with 3.82-mm glass, and in addition, the door has double seals, which also reduce the noise level in the cabin of the Citroen S4-hatchback.

Owner feedback on technical specifications

Motorists note the vast range of power plants, in which there are both petrol and diesel units. The youngest of these is a 90-horsepower injector with a displacement of 1.4 liters. The buyer is also offered 110-and 138-strong petrol units with the same volume (1.4 liters). But the most frisky, powerful and dynamic of the entire line is the 1.8-liter engine with a capacity of 180 horsepower.

There are also diesel power plants. In total the buyer can choose one of three turbo-diesel units. Among them - two engines in volume of 1.6 liters capacity in 92 and 110 horsepowers accordingly. In addition, in the range of power plants there is a 138-strong unit with a volume of 1.8 liters.

Each of the above engines is supplied with a common-rail injection system, which contributes to very low fuel consumption. So, petrol modifications absorb from 8.7 to 11.7 liters per 100 kilometers of mileage, depending on the type and power of the installed ICE. As the reviews say, Citroën C4 (TDI hatchback) has a very low "appetite" for engines - from 6 to 7 liters in mixed mode.

Citroën after restyling

His first restyling "Frenchman" underwent in 2008. The fact that the novelty acquired a minimum number of new forms and options, testified to the non-decreasing popularity of the car on the world market - in fact, the car has already become a real bestseller. Thus, this restyling was done only to spur the public interest in the hatchback.

«Citroen S4» (hatchback) - photo and review of design

The appearance of the car has not changed much. After restyling, the car acquired a new hood with more relief forms, a bumper with chrome rims of fog lamps (in luxury versions), a different rear optics and a radiator grille. By the way, the latter was borrowed from Citroën C5.

Among the new options and additional equipment should be noted the presence of three types of light alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 and 17 inches, as well as new options for painting the body. Here it is necessary to distinguish blue, two gray shades and one color of ivory. Thanks to these changes, the C4 model is a little freshened outwardly. By the way, restyling to the French cost 50 million euros.

In comparison with the previous version, the novelty has corrected in dimensions. Thus, the total length of the body is 4 m 27.5 cm for the 3-door hatchback and 4 m for 28.8 cm for the 5-door version of the coupe. According to the reviews, the Citroën C4 hatchback has not changed in behavior after this update. C4 - still maneuverable and smart car. Pay attention to the clearance of Citroën C4: the hatchback, as before, has a very small ground clearance - only 13 centimeters. Under such conditions it is very dangerous to go out even on a dry dirt road.

Salon of the renovated car

There were no significant changes in the interior. The tachometer has moved to the left corner of the instrument panel, and thanks to the large area of the glazing in the cabin it has become much more spacious and cozy. As before, C4-th pleases with the presence of a large amount of plastic and high-quality finishing material. The driver and passenger seats, as before, are very ergonomic. By the way, in more expensive trim levels, the salon (namely the seats) is trimmed with velor or leather. The latter has a gray color.

Engine

The new Citroën C4-hatch bought two 1.6-liter petrol units in its line of engines. Of these, the first produces 120 horsepower of power, and the second - as many as 150. At the same time, both versions have a moderate fuel consumption - in the region of 7-8 liters per "hundred". Depending on the configuration, the machine can be equipped with both a manual transmission on 5 steps, and "automatic" at 4 speeds. As test drive "Citroen S4" showed, the hatchback behaves very confidently and dynamically on the road, and in combination with the automatic checkpoint this "monster" has no analogues among other models of the golf class.

To date, the buyer can be offered one of the 4 petrol and 3 diesel power plants. It is worth noting that most powertrains "migrated" to the new "Citroen" from previous models. The youngest gasoline engine in the line has a volume of 1.4 liters and develops power to 96 horsepower. They are equipped with basic versions of Citroën. The average unit with a capacity of 1.4 liters has at its disposal 120 horsepower capacity. Top engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters develops a horsepower of 156 horsepower.

As for diesel engines, here we should distinguish two 1.6-liter units with a capacity of 92 and 112 liters. With., And also one two-liter unit for 150 "horses". According to the manufacturer, this line of power plants fully complies with the norms of the ecological standard "Euro 5".

All engines are equipped with four transmissions to choose from. Among them there are two mechanical for 5 or 6 speeds, and also two "automatic machines" for 4 or 6 steps.

Chassis

Suspension from Citroën is multi-link, such as McPherson. Front - independent, rear - semi-independent. Brakes on all axes are disc (on the front ventilated).

Price

A pleasant news for many Russians was the opening of a Citroen assembly plant in Kaluga, where the C4 model is still produced. As of 2014, the initial price for a restyled hatchback in the basic configuration is 660 thousand rubles. "Citroen C4" in luxury version can be purchased at a price of 900 thousand rubles.

So, we found out what the "Citroen S4" -hatchback engine features, as well as learned its cost and features of the exterior. You can go to the salon. Successful purchase!