Citroen C5

Sleek and elegant, the Citroen C5 steals first place in the cat walk. Its low slung nose and tear drop roofline generate curves in all the right places. Whether in sedan or estate guise, the Citroen C5 looks precise and gracefully detailed from all angles. There are nice touches of chrome on the exterior bodywork, and the Citroen C5 nose is alluring to the eye with its curvy, boomerang-styled xenon head lights that are complemented beautifully with the Citroen emblem positioned in the centre of this pretty face. The rear end ain’t half bad either. The Citroen C5 has one of the best looking tail light arrangements in the business.
Beauty is not only skin deep. Slip into the Citroen C5 interior and you will be stunned with the luxurious leather interior, which offers an abundance of space and comfort. The Citroen C5 cabin is highlighted with chrome and lacquer features. The dashboard boasts a contemporary design that sets it apart from the more run of the mill competition. The French love the family, love lingerie and love fine wines and cooking, so it comes as no surprise to be utterly blown away with the deluxe feel and soaring appointment inside the Citroen C5 interior. Glancing at its central console that looks superb and functions with simplicity, one senses that Citroen has put a lot of effort into getting the car as close to perfection as possible. There is two-zone automatic air conditioning to enjoy and a top class hi-fi system of outstanding quality. All aspects of the Citroen C5 interior blend in harmoniously and possess a match of materials and colours that are top class.
The Citroen C5 is available with four different refined engines. There are two petrol and two diesel. Let’s take a look at the quick to respond 2.0i 16V petrol engine. With 103 kW of power, an automatic transmission and an engine boasting variable valve timing, you are whisked along the highway in a refined, spirited drive. The 3.0 litre petrol motor has plenty of muscle, and is a superbly smooth V6 that pumps out an impressive 155kW and a beefy 320Nm at 2000rpm. Harnessed via an excellent 6-speed automatic gearbox the engine has great flexibility and response. Without a shadow of a doubt, you will enjoy the driving experience.
In the diesel alternatives, you will be driving a Citroen C5 engine that has the latest in diesel technology and sophistication. The 2.0 litre HDi is a peppy 100kW power plant that is connected to a smooth automatic which combines very good fuel economy and excellent pulling power - even in the lowest gears.
The 2.2 litre HDi 125kW Twin Turbo motor is undoubtedly one of the best diesel engines in the world for performance and fuel consumption – enough said.
The Citroen C5 achieved 36 out of 37 points in the tough EuroNCAP independent crash tests. In the event of an accident, you and your family will be in a superbly built cocoon to shield your loved ones from the worst. The Citroen C5 offers maximum protection for the unexpected accident with seven airbags, three point seatbelts and active safety features such as ABS and the Electronic Brakeforce Distribution working all the time. The super effective Emergency Braking Assistance ensures that maximum braking power is applied when needed.
The Citroen C5 has a stable and precise steering and chassis set up. The French have been in the automotive business for so long now, and they know what the meaning of “a comfortable ride” is. You can push the C5 confidently into tight bends and ride over road undulations at speed, and become quickly well-versed in how wonderfully level and serene the Citroen ride is.
With pricing that makes the Citroen C5 style and luxury so affordable, consider yourself well advised to check this French machine out and be amazed at this impressively equipped and roomy motor car.
The latest version of the Citroen C5 is just around the corner.
Current model series include:
- Citroen C5 2
- Citroen C5 Estate 2.0
- Citroen C5 Exclusive V6
- Citroen C5 HDi 2.0
- Citroen C5 HDi Wagon 2.0
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