2013 Citroen C4 L and C-Elysee

With the continued internationalization of the brand starts with the Citroen DS line in China, bringing two new models in the C segment of the market.

Citroen is doubling its international development and strengthens its position as a global brand. After Europe, Russia and Latin America on 28 June, the DS line introduced in China. Citroen also expanding its model range with two new models, the 2013 Citroen C4 L and the C-Elysee.

2013 Citroen C-Elysee

The two vehicles are specially designed for the market in Eastern Europe and China and has been designed to provide the C-segment for new customers. Both sedans have an independent position and should appeal to different audiences.

The 2013 Citroen C-Elysee to persuade it with a rugged design and generous space in underprivileged families. With a wheelbase of 2.65 meters, the C-Elysee offers plenty of space inside. Also, the generous luggage compartment, which can boast 506 liter capacity.

2013 Citroen C-Elysee

When the engine to the customer can choose fuel-efficient, small engines, completely new is on offer while the VTi 72, which will be characterized by thrift and durability.

Produces the 2013 C-Elysee in Spain, it is available from the end of 2012 in Eastern Europe, Turkey and Algeria.

On the upper C-segment then aims the C4 L, which is designed to appeal to a lot of luxury, classy ambience and supreme suspension comfort above all, a wealthier clientele. The notchback sedan based on the C4 also features a keyless entry system, comfort head restraints, a touch-screen navigation system, a rearview camera and an air ionizer.

 2013 Citroen C4 L 

The 2013 Citroen C4 L also has strong gasoline engines of latest generation, such as the THP 155/170 or the VTi 135th Is produced and sold the Citroen C4 L from the end of 2012 in Wuhan / China and from the first half of 2013 in Kaluga in Russia.

 2013 Citroen C4 L

Check used car : Citroen C3

The successor to the Citroen Saxo not only changed the name of his small car, but basically the design. The C3 was 2002 and the market was mainly about. But corners and edges of the little Frenchman has yet, especially as used cars.

Body
To 3.80 meters in length are two adults and two children. Thanks to the height of 1.51 meters headroom is very good and even basketball players get no bruises on the head. Another advantage is the short overhangs make parking a breeze. The trunk swallows at least 305 liters and with folded back seats up to 1310 liters. That even a shopping spree or a small move makes it possible. The shelves are sufficient. The instrumentation with digital speedometer and the tachometer is fragmented and getting used to.

Drive
Seven engine options were offered at citroen C3 between 2002 and 2009, including four petrol engines with a capacity ranging from 44 kW/60 hp and 80 kW/109 hp. A good choice is the 1.4-liter gasoline engine with 54 kW/73 hp, the little Frenchman pushes too quickly when it is packed. Because of the C3 was generally purchased as a typical city car is on the used car market but rather to find the 1.1-liter base engine. Anyone who seeks to torque and powerful acceleration from low consumption, selects one of three diesel, whose power between 50 kW/68 hp and 80 kW/109 PS. The mean 1.4-liter four-cylinder with 66 kW/90 hp is a good compromise, but initially was not a diesel particulate filter fitted so they do not automatically receive a green sticker pasted on the front of the disc. The city residents should be aware of restricted areas. Is the 109-horsepower diesel is equipped with soot filters from 2005. Problems in mechanics are poorly understood. However, making the electronics to create the citroen C3. These include broken windows and generators as well as errors in the engine management.

Equipment and safety
A small car is designed for the city and not for long trips. This has benefits such as agility, but also disadvantages such as the long-distance comfort. The C3 tries to comfort, at least for the seats by a very soft foam balance that can be ausgelatscht but over the years. An extensive test seat is therefore mandatory. Typically French are also all the equipment and the high Sicherheitsausniveau. Depending on model and version are up to eight airbags. In the EuroNCAP crash test was able to convince the Citroen C3 with four out of five stars.

The quality
Anyone who buys a used C3, must have enough peace of mind. After squeaking through the years and it creaks in the woodwork. Also rattling is not uncommon. Especially bad is the Pluriel convertible sedan, added to the still leaks and poor workmanship on the roof. Also in TUV report defects can not convince the little Frenchman. Although it meets the frame and chassis of the Citroen C3 rare for rust, but the exhaust quickly crumbles in front of him, after five years, the muffler rust risk. Often, the test engineers to make lined shafts, wear in the steering, the engine incontinence and errors in the lighting. The foot brake is causing problems, especially the brake discs are down quickly. No cause for concern are, however, the brake hoses.

2013 Citroen C4 Aircross

It is the second edition of a Mitsubishi, who mutated into a Citroen. Was the first SUV, the Outlander the French, the current model, the ASX introduced around eighteen months ago is ajar. However, to recognize the Japanese, it takes a close look. It was at the front and rear, in fact spared no plate, which bears not now Francophile genes. But not only the look is different. Under the body was bolted to the chassis and the engine range is complemented with the 1.6-liter diesel from the PSA-shelf.

2013 citroen c4

The changes

Looking at the 2013 Citroen C4 Aircross from scratch, you'd think that a completely different vehicle is facing. In contrast to the jet's face adorns the ASX Citroen a chrome grille that bears the emblem in the center of the French car manufacturer. Side including the LED daytime running lights are mounted, adjusted in the design of the DS3. The taillights recall, matching the name, however, the C4. The C4 Aircross works through the changes elegant than his Japanese model, which continues in some detail in the interior.

On the whole, the interior has not changed extremely. However, little things like the framing of controls with chrome rings and the use of higher-value plastics are more noble than the ASX. This also helps to better classify the clientele, the Citroen C4 to Aircross in sight. There are people who are focusing on upscale aesthetic value and therefore a few bucks to spend more.

Drive

We were pleased with the performance of the gasoline quite satisfied. On the winding over hill and valley roads leading to the upper Bergische Land demonstrated the citroen C4 Aircross no major weaknesses. The suspension is tuned balanced and offers plenty of comfort. Through a gentle action of the French developer the suspension has been optimally matched, so that the body is exposed to virtually no Wankneigungen.

Conclusion

Those looking for a fancy SUV in French guise, is served with the Citroen C4 Aircross well. Economical engines (5.9 liter for petrol, 4.6 and 5.4 liter for the diesel), a high seating position and a high quality workmanship are good arguments for the purchase. In any case, it is an interesting alternative in the growing market for compact SUVs.

Specifications: Citroen C4 HDi 115 2WD Aircross

Engine: 4-cylinder diesel
Transmission: Six-speed circuit
Displacement: 1,560 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 84 kW (114 hp) / 3,600
Max torque: 270 Nm at 1,750 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 4.340/1.800/1.625
Wheelbase: 2,670 mm in
Curb weight: 1.390 kg
Perm. Total weight: 2.060 kg
Trunk volume: 442-1193 l
Tires: 215/50 R 16 front
Wheels: 7 x 16 "light alloy
Acceleration: 10.8 seconds
Maximum speed: 182 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 60 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 4.6 liters per 100 km

New Citroen C6

The bodywork and the hydropneumatic suspension were the most remarkable features of the new Citroen flagship, which make it difficult for us but more than was to alienate the southern buyer competition. A new report driving Citroen C6: Invitation to a relaxing trip stronger 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder diesel engine with better performance while simultaneously reducing consumption is to revive the business.

Elegance, sophistication and prestige quite
The C6 has all the attributes of a vehicle, the upper middle class - elegance, sophistication and prestige well. From the overly long, gently arched bow, on which is emblazoned far between in the wings towering spotlights the chrome double chevron logo, the coupe-like body flows with soft lines in a stump-tail with prominent taillights humps. Is supported by the impression of elegant 2.90-meter wheelbase.

Equal litter and drive safely
The elegance of appearance continues in the driving operation. The high-torque diesel engine is barely audible, fits excellently to the character of the 4.90-meter-long trip limousine. Driving Report Citroen C6: Invitation to the same litter and relaxed travel safe to drive the hydro-pneumatic suspension filters reliably smooth all the inconveniences of the road surface. Can indeed push of a button damping and spring rates varied electronically, another button can turn out the spontaneous throttle response, but these controls are best forgotten. Really sporting the 1.9-ton truck, despite a maximum torque of 450 Nm, which is already at 1,600 rpm rev / is available, not to move. For feel-good atmosphere, in the standard six-speed torque converter automatic.

Interior
Interior is also in joy. Leather, real wood decor and hi-fi system pamper the driver and front passenger. Provides plenty of space to all occupants. Driving Report Citroen C6: Invitation to the relaxed ReisenDie legroom in the back seats is almost regal and tempted as often as possible to give the control of the hand. Ergonomically almost all tasks are solved. Only when you operate the air conditioning and radio functions it falls short because of the small keys, at least while driving. Turns out to be very pleasant, however, the so-called head-up display, the speed and navigation instructions in the driver-perceived image of the road fades. Especially at night driving around in narrow highway construction sites one learns to appreciate the system.