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Citroën has released first details of
the brand new C4. Designed to exceed the highest expectations, the New
Citroën C4 boasts a real positive energy - with exceptional levels of
quality, style, interior space and occupant comfort, as well as
responsive handling and impressive environmental credentials.
As with the New C5 in 2008 and New C3
earlier this year, the New Citroën C4 once again demonstrates the
expertise of the brand in creating stylish and innovative vehicles with
relevant technological advances.
With its sculpted lines and high
quality finish, New C4 cuts a distinctive profile, striking an
impression of strength, stability and balanced proportions. Defined and
flowing surfaces, such as the purposeful front end and rear spoiler,
hint at the model’s optimised aerodynamics. The tasteful addition of
chrome detailing combines with the dynamic headlight styling and
sculpted alloy wheels to give the new model a premium presence.
Promising precise control and
accomplished handling, New C4’s driver focused cabin environment
combines with impressive acoustic comfort and soundproofing to deliver a
true impression of on-road confidence.
New C4 features compact exterior
dimensions and generous internal volumes that make it spacious and
thoroughly versatile. At just 4.33m long, 1.79m wide and 1.49m high,
New C4 is just 5cm longer, 2cm wider and 3cm taller than the current
model. The 408-litre boot is the biggest in its class, with practical
square dimensions and a lower sill that makes loading even easier.
In addition to optimised accessibility
and practicality, the New C4 offers a genuine feeling of well-being
on-board - with spacious, comfortable seating and impressive occupant
headroom.
Personal comfort in the New C4 can be tailored to suit individual
requirements with users able to adjust the colour of the driver’s
instrument display, select their own ‘polyphonic’ sound alerts, finely
adjust the intensity of the air-conditioning and even immerse themselves
in the rich surround-sound of the new audio system. Some models even
come with a new massage function on the front seats.
Alongside existing range technologies,
such as EGS (Electronic Gearbox System), hill start assist, automatic
electric parking brake, Lane Departure Warning System and Xenon
dual-function directional headlamps, New C4 will be available with
convenient and useful new technologies - some of which are unique to the
segment. These include a new blind-spot monitoring system, a cornering
light function, cruise control and speed-limiter with road speed memory
settings, and an innovative new service called eTouch.
As well as offering on-board emergency
assistance, Citroën’s eTouch system enables drivers to monitor their
driving patterns and fuel consumption, and receive advice on how to
improve their fuel economy. The system also allows drivers to consult
their vehicle’s technical status and monitor any necessary maintenance
or servicing requirements.
Designed to be an environmentally
respectful family car, New C4 uses the latest Citroën technology to
reduce its environmental impact. New C4 will be available with
Citroën’s new micro-hybrid e-HDi powertrains, which feature the latest
generation Stop & Start system that helps deliver CO2
emissions as low as 109g/km at launch - and 99g/km on future models.
Michelin Energy™ Saver tyres are also specified to help achieve these
low emissions and to boost fuel economy. The control of the car’s
overall weight - in spite of the increased dimensions and added
equipment - has been achieved using new technologies, such as laser
welding, in the model’s construction. The use of 15% ‘green’ materials
- for example, re-cycled polyamide components - also enhances New C4’s
environmental credentials.
The New C4 will be produced at the
Mulhouse PSA Peugeot Citroën plant in France and will premiere at the
Paris Motor Show in September. New C4 will be launched in the UK early
in 2011. |
