Citroen introduces new C4 diesel

Citroen has today announced a new model to join the C4 lineup - the C4 HDi 2.0 automatic.

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Previously the C4 relied on a 1.6-litre diesel to motivate it, but the new C4 uses the same drivetrain as seen in the C4 Picasso, meaning a 100kW/320Nm 2.0-litre turbo diesel, mated to an Aisin six-speed auto. The torque can be further lifted by 20Nm through a unique overboost function on full acceleration.


The C4 HDi 2.0 automatic. runs from 0-100km/h in 10.4 seconds - respectable enough - but still gives you a fuel consumption average of just 5.1-litres/100km.

On top of the standard features of the C4 HDi, the 2.0-litre receives:

· Alloy wheels
· Body coloured door handles and mirrors
· Rear lip wing
· Leather Steering Wheel
· 5 stack CD changer in the front armrest
· Automatic light sensing interior rearview mirror
· Velour upholstery
· Dual Zone Climate Control Air Conditioning
· Rear seat centre armrest with hidden locker
· Automatic headlights
· Door sill and footwell lights
· Chrome interior trim features

Leather is an option, as well as parking sensors, electric seats, and seat heaters.

 “The arrival of this new variant of the Citroën C4 range is a clear illustration of how the diesel car market in Australia is maturing,” says Miles Williams, General Manager for Citroën in Australia.

The new Citroën C4 HDi 2.0 six speed automatic has a recommended retail price of $35,990, plus on road costs.

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9 Responses to “Citroen introduces new C4 diesel”

  1. Frugal One Says:

    *****PRIMO!*****

    Yeah, but to mean to attend the Melb. Motor Show.

    Oh, and STOP building normal cars, anybody can do that.

    D21, the REAL COTC

    Cheers

    F-0

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  2. Anthony Says:

    The C4 looks good. No Question. But compare it to Hyundai’s i30 diesel at just over $21K and you would have to go with the Hyundai from a practical and economic POV

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  3. dlr1 Says:

    Anthony, yes the i30 is a very good value packsge, but it does lack a few things… class, style & street cred. Yes i know Citroen is known for its umm unusual or quirky deigns but it’s interesting design sets it appart from all the asian and american appliances that are sold in such huge numbers.

    The i30 is the car for an accountant. Cars like the C4 are for people who love cars. Its not my choice but its no i30.

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  4. Frugal One Says:

    Yeah the i30 is great value, but remember its manual tranny, not a auto.

    Also the i30 does not have all the features of the C4

    Cheers

    F-O

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  5. stumpy Says:

    The i30 will have an auto by the end of the year.

    So the base model oil burner with auto will be approx $23,500 and the slx approx $27,900.

    A lot of people will go for the i30.

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  6. No Name Says:

    I for one think the french cars have some of the best styling on the market, typically french, chic, bold and not inconspicuous. Pity the 2.0 litre performance is a bit slack, 2 litre Audis bang to 100 in 9.4’s at roughly the same Kw rating.

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  7. TONY Says:

    just bought a c4 after 3 to 4 months investigation of auto diesel offerings with max ’safety’ offerings. Looked at peugeot, Golf, i30 [love what nrma etc said about it], renault megane and C4. live in sydney and do 22 kms minimum pa with mixture of country and suburban trips. will not buy manual. i was surprised to find that i30 with auto plus protectz etc is almost same price on road as C4. test drove megane yesterday around suburbs in heavy traffic; very ordinary. terrible whine on magnetic fan in heat after 15 minutes plus lots of hesitation at low speeds. engine hesitated at low vehicle speed to point that i thought it had stalled several times. test drove C4 today in rain and heavy traffic; takes roundabouts, speed humps and potholed and lumpy roads with ease and little fuss; less bump and bang than our present car. C4 was much more confident in test drive of over 50kms than megane. i30 auto diesel not available for test drive and dealer not sure when plus car to safety [protectz] specs i want is a factory order taking maybe another 8 to 10 weeks. so, looks great on paper and test drive of manual great but auto? dream on. who knows when.

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  8. Tony Says:

    Stumpy
    here are actual figs quoted to me by local Hyundai dealer for an i30 to match specs of car i want: auto diesel:

    sale price, $26,980
    plus options, $3,925 [bluetooth, cruise, iPod cable, metallic paint, Auto].
    subtotal, $30,905
    plus charges, $1,649 [registration, CTP, stamp duty]
    subtotal, $32,554
    plus dealer, $1,895
    Total on road, $34,449. if you don’t want bluetooth, iPod etc go to website, find $ and deduct. Still not as cheap as suggested.

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  9. Steve Says:

    They’ve just made a good car better.

    Steve

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