Citroen C4 Aircross
The Citroen C4 Aircross was first introduced to the public in 2012. This compact crossover copies a platform relative Mitsubishi ASX, because both companies are now closely cooperating with each other. It is built on the GS platform. Many will agree that his exterior is more than beautiful. The headlights merge harmoniously through the grille, and the DRLs parallel to the blowers look original on the sides. The bumper impresses with a wide air intake, and foglights are located at its corners.
On the side of the C4 Aircross is a spitting image of Mitsubishi ASX, only the edges of the wheel arches are protected by plastic lining. Wheels are set to 16-18 inches.
The stern also looks unusual, thanks to LED optics, raised bumper and a long spoiler. The car is 4340 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1630 mm high, wheelbase 2670 mm.
The interior of the Citroen C4 Aircross is also similar to the sister ASX. The steering wheel is comfortable, the dashboard with a nice backlight. An optional display can be located in the middle of the center console that displays navigation, a rear view camera, multimedia, and other settings. Another interesting option is a roof with a panoramic view with backlight. Front seats with a comfortable profile and lateral support.
A 1.6 or 2.0 liter engine is placed under the hood. In the first case, it goes into a pair of manual transmissions, in the second, you can put CVT.
MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear. The drive can be selected front or full.
Cost from 1.03 million rubles. up to 1.54 million rubles
For the first time compact urban Citroen crossover C4 Aircross was officially presented to the general public in the spring of 2012 at the Geneva Motor Show. At the same time, a twin of the Peugeot 4008 was also shown. In our review, we will consider, with the help of photos and videos, the design of the exterior and interior of the new crossover Citroen C4 Aircross 2013-2014, we will find out specifications, level of equipment and prices of the French compact car for Russian motorists. French auto novelties are nothing more than twins of the offspring Japanese company. With this company Peugeot Citroen interacts in the field of production of crossovers especially closely.
Of all three - Peugeot, Mitsubishi and Citroen, based on common platform GS, new Citroen C4 Aircross outwardly looks the most advantageous. The designers have worked hard to make the newcomer look instantly recognizable with a touch of French charm.
When looking at the front of the car, the manufacturer's logo, stretched across the entire width of the radiator grille, immediately attracts attention. Two chrome strips flow smoothly into the elements of the front lighting, which, in turn, captures a little of the side parts of the body. The bumper of the model is large and wide, it houses an air intake of the same impressive size. The extreme points below are occupied by round foglights. Above them are narrow crevices of air ducts, decorated with LED strips.
With its outlines, the profile of the newcomer C4 Aircross from Citroen is almost identical to its Japanese twin. Mitsubishi ASX: the same ribbed silhouette with punches. Difference in wheel arches- from the French, they received protective plastic lining and a more sophisticated shape, without losing their swollen outlines.
- Wheels ranging in size from 16 to 18 inches will fit under the arches, depending on the configuration level, the crossover is equipped with steel or alloy wheels 16 radius with 215/70 R16 tires, as well as size 18 light alloy wheels with 225/55 R18 tires.
The Citroen C 4 Aircross has a beautiful stern and interestingly designed rear racks roofs, as well as large sizes and intricate shapes of lighting fixtures. luggage compartment limited by a door with a small glazing, a spoiler is located on top. The bumper has an aerodynamic shape and is decorated on the bottom with an unpainted plastic edge.
The C4 Aircross, like a true Frenchman, has undisguised charm and, compared to the more mundane ASX, looks much more stylish on the outside. In terms of size, the Citroen C4 Aircross has quite standard for compact crossover dimensions - its length is 4341 mm, width - 1799 mm (with external mirrors - 2125 mm), height 1625 mm, with roof rails - 1635 mm, and its wheelbase is 2670 mm, ground clearance (clearance) - enough serious for SUV - 195 mm.
- When ordering a car, there is a choice of enamel colors from eight options: non-metallic - white Antarctique, mother-of-pearl - white Pearl and black Perle and metallic - gray Papyrus, gray Cool Silver, gray Titanium, red Chili, brown Mangara.
Compared with the exterior, inside the Citroen C4 Aircross it does not differ in special originality from the Japanese donor. Citroen C4 Aircross 2013-2014 in Russia is offered in three trim levels: Dynamique, Tendance and Exclusive, so you can choose based on the financial capabilities of the motorist.
The structure of the front part, including the instrument panel and console, is fully consistent with the Japanese twin brother. The original and convenient three-spoke steering wheel is also a multimedia remote control, telephone and computer system. Dashboard illuminated pleasant blue color and complemented by a monochrome or color screen trip computer. On the center console, the audio system ranges from a simple (CD MP3 radio with 4 speakers) to a heaped power of 710 W Hi-Fi Rockford Fosgate 710, a touch screen is available as an option. On request in additional equipment a rear view camera, a panoramic roof with LED illumination, a GPS navigator, as well as rain and light sensors, xenon, cruise control, heated front seats can be turned on.
The front seats have a convenient and comfortable profile, pronounced lateral support in the form of special rollers. The steering column is telescopically adjustable in two planes, everything is designed to deliver maximum comfort to the driver.
There is USB and AUX support, heated and power folding mirrors, air conditioning or climate control, keyless entry, as well as many others modern technologies and functions.
Rear seat passengers are no less comfortable in their seats than the driver and front passenger- and for their legs, and above, above the head, there is more than enough space. However, even though the number of seats in the back is designed for three, still with maximum comfort only two will be accommodated.
As for the trunk, its capacity can be adjusted by the rear seats and ranges from 384 liters to 1.5 cubic meters.
Among the materials used in equipment salon Citroen C4 Aircross 2013-2014, preference is given to soft quality plastics, pleasant tactile fabrics on the seats (Quest Noir fabric and Tri Matiere fabric), chairs expensive trim levels trimmed in gray or black Perfore leather. All parts and elements are assembled and fitted to each other clearly and flawlessly.
Technical features: the front suspension of the Citroen C4 Aircross is based on McPherson struts, and the rear is multi-link, front and rear stabilizers are installed roll stability. Disk brake system It has EBD systems and ABC, as well as Brake Assist (braking assistant), there is an electric power steering with characteristics that change depending on the speed of movement. Among the electronic assistant programs available in the car, one can single out MASC - a system dynamic stabilization- And traction control system MATC. The crossover is offered to buyers with both front-wheel drive 2WD and plug-in full 4WD.
Gasoline and diesel engines. Russian buyers will receive only gasoline.
HDI motors on diesel fuel two are offered: one with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 110 Horse power and the second - 1.8 liters, capable of developing 150 horses. Both are aggregated with a 6-speed manual transmission and are intended for sale in Europe.
Gasoline engines for Citroen C4 Aircross 2013-2014:
- 1.6-liter (117 hp 154 Nm) paired with a 5 manual transmission is available only with front-wheel drive, the engine provides a crossover weighing 1146 kg with dynamics up to 100 mph in 11.3 seconds and top speed at 182 mph, fuel consumption according to the manufacturer ranges from 4.9 liters in the country to 7.5 liters in urban traffic.
- 2.0-liter (150 hp 197 Nm) is capable of working with 5 manual transmissions (CVT variator), dynamics to the first hundred in 9.3 seconds (10.2 seconds), maximum speed - 200 mph (190 mph), gasoline consumption from 6 .3 (6.5) liters on a good highway to 10.1 (10.2) liters in the city.
These are the characteristics of the front-wheel drive 2WD versions, but it is possible to order a full 4WD, dynamic and speed characteristics in the presence of all-wheel drive transmission slightly worse, but the difference is only in fractions of a second. Manage all-wheel drive convenient and simple with the help of a washer-handle with three modes: 2WD - front-wheel drive, 4WD Auto - electronics controls the distribution of torque along the axes and 4WD Lock - for movement along slippery roads(especially slopes) when most of the torque is transferred to the rear wheels.
Characteristics of behavior on the road.
In general, the driving habits of the Citroen C4 Aircross are similar to its sister Mitsubishi ASX. well made chassis gives confidence in driving both on a smooth quality road and on light off-road. Suspension neatly passes all the bumps in the coating. Moving in a straight line, the crossover behaves as expected and resembles a regular hatchback. The steering is very sensitive and sharp. The electronic assistants available in the car do an excellent job of their tasks, allowing the driver to intervene only in really emergency situations. Citroen C4 Aircross, being still an urban crossover, will not cope with strong off-road. And a little advice for those who choose this model: gasoline engine at 1.6 it will be a little weak and will become ideal only for slow phlegmatic people. The best option for driving in all situations there will be a 2.0-liter unit.
Price in Russia for the city crossover Citroen C4 Aircross 2013-2014 from French manufacturer starts from 849 thousand rubles for the Aircross 1.6i 2WD in the initial Dynamique configuration and rises to 1204 thousand rubles for the 2.0i 4WD CVT version in a saturated Exclusive configurations. If you wish to buy additional options in the form of leather trim, electric front seats, a chic 710 W audio system, a panoramic roof, a proprietary alarm system and an extended service contract, you should know that they are able to raise the cost of the new Citroen C4 Aircross to an impressive mark of 1.4 million rubles.
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Structurally, the C4 Aircross is the well-known Mitsubishi ASX, which has been on sale for about two years now. The car is built on the same principle as the older one. Citroen C-Crosser(clone Mitsubishi Outlander XL). In both cases, the French were able to sell popular crossovers under their own brands Peugeot and Citroen, and the Japanese got noble French diesels. However, Russian buyer versions with heavy fuel engines were not delivered again.
Visually, the C4 Aircross and ASX are not confused, although the doors, windows and roof are identical. But the changes in the interior are much less than expected: different, richer-looking materials for finishing the dashboard and fashionable, but easily soiled inserts made of black glossy plastic. And of course, steering wheel with double chevron. Improved sound insulation in the doors and on the floor of the rear. True, the main noise still comes from the motor, which, in combination with CVT variator predominantly works in the zone of medium and high speeds.
Engineers have revised the suspension settings, focusing on comfort. But, as it turned out, the French do not associate smoothness with this concept at all, but controllability and smaller rolls. Compared to the ASX, the C4 Aircross dampers are stiffer by 5% and 10%, front and rear respectively. The tracks were widened by 20 mm in front and 15 mm in the rear. Ground clearance is kept a secret for some reason, but given that the ASX has a ground clearance of 195 mm, while the platform Peugeot 4008 has 210 mm, the alignment is approximately clear. reconfigured and steering C4 Aircross: the steering is a little heavier, especially in the near-zero zone, but Feedback still deliberately artificial.
Marketers had to breed competing models: ASX is available with three engines with a displacement of 1.6, 1.8 or 2.0 liters, with all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. Moreover, the "mechanics" is combined only with the base unit. Peugeot 4008 comes to us with a top-end 150-horsepower engine and all-wheel drive. You can only select the transmission option. The 1.8-liter engine was “taken away” from the C4 Aircross, but the 2.0-liter can be ordered both with a CVT and “on the handle”, as well as choosing the type of drive.
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There is also a third brand in this company - Peugeot with model 4008: it differs from C4 Aircross only in exterior elements. French models, unlike ASX, are assembled only in Japan.
Editor:
- Citroen C4 Aircross appeared much later than the Japanese donor, which has already become obsolete. In order to keep interest in ASX, they even lowered prices for it. Now Citroen in a similar configuration will cost at least 100 thousand rubles. expensive. They really are a little more comfortable to drive than the ASX, and the braking force is also adequate. But the main draw french car- fresh and original design.
The Citroen C4 Aircross crossover was offered to the Russian buyer in Dynamique, Tendance and Exclusive trim levels. Basic version Dynamique includes electric power steering, halogen headlights, fabric upholstery, power windows, power side mirrors, driver's seat with height adjustment, steering column with tilt and reach adjustment, remote key, air conditioning, CD player. Options: front fog lights, headlight washers, roof rails, heated front seats. All this is included in the Tendance package, and in addition: the steering wheel in leather braid, hands free system, paddle shifters (in a car with a CVT), combined interior trim. Options: xenon headlights, climate control, cooled glove box, multifunction steering wheel, panoramic sunroof, cruise control and climate control. The luxury Exclusive version is distinguished by the presence of a multifunctional steering wheel, climate control, an audio system with 6 speakers, a navigation system with a monitor, an engine start button, and a complete set of security systems. In options: leather interior, panoramic sunroof, refrigerated glove box.
Basic for Russian market 1.6-liter 4A92 engine with 117 hp equipped only with a manual 5-speed gearbox and system front wheel drive. In this modification, the crossover is able to accelerate to 100 km / h in 11.3 seconds, the average gasoline consumption is 5.9 l / 100 km. Two-liter 4B11 engine with 150 hp. involves four modification options: mechanics or CVT, front or all-wheel drive. Versions on the "mechanics" demonstrate better dynamics: Acceleration to 100 km / h in 9.3 seconds in front-wheel drive and 9.9 seconds in all-wheel drive. At the same time, the average consumption is 7.7 l / 100 km and 7.9 l / 100 km. With a CVT, the crossover loses quite a bit: the acceleration time to “hundreds” will be 10.2 seconds (2WD) and 10.9 seconds (4WD). Average consumption gasoline - 7.9 l / 100 km and 8.1 l / 100 km (2WD and 4WD, respectively). Volume fuel tank- 63 liters.
Suspension Citroen C4 Aircross - independent (front - MacPherson strut, rear - multi-link). Brakes - disc (rear mounted ventilated). The dimensions are slightly larger than those of the Mitsubishi ASX: length - 4340 mm, width - 1800 mm, height - 1625 mm. In cars with all-wheel drive, a system with electromagnetic clutch connections rear wheels, as well as the ability to switch to 2WD and Lock modes (the latter significantly increases cross-country ability when driving off-road). Wheelbase crossover is 2670 mm, the minimum turning radius is 5.3 m. ground clearance The C4 Aircross is luckier than the ASX, it's upped to 195mm. The difference is achieved through different springs, shock absorbers and larger wheels.
Citroen C4 Aircross standard safety systems and features include driver and passenger front airbags (passenger airbag with deactivation function), ABS systems, BAS, EBD. Available as an option ESP system. Tendance includes side and curtain airbags, driver's knee airbag, rear parking sensors. Optional: ESP, cruise control, dynamic cornering lights, rain and light sensors, dimming rearview mirror. All these features are available in maximum configuration standard.
Citroen C4 Aircross has good off-road makings, roomy and spacious interior in addition, there is enough legroom rear passengers, but the trunk of the crossover clearly let us down - its volume is only 384 liters, and when folded rear seats(they add up in a ratio of 60/40) its volume increases only to 1215 liters, which is also not an outstanding indicator. Of the minuses, the owners note poor visibility when leaving in reverse, rigid suspension. In the pros: soundproofing, optimal price / quality ratio, good equipment.
