2016 Citroen C5 Review: Features, Design, and Performance
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The Citroen C5 represents the French brand's entry into the mid-size car segment, competing with Hyundai Sonata and Nissan Altima. Now in its second generation, the 2016 Citroen C5 feels slightly outdated, having undergone little significant change in nearly a decade. However, undeterred by criticism, the Citroen C5 continues to build its reputation as a truly unique and rebellious choice.
Main Features
- Engine: 1.6-liter 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic
- Power: 160 horsepower
- Top Speed: 210 km/h
- Price: 125,000 AED
Exterior Design
While the second-generation Citroen C5 has faced criticism from loyal fans for replacing its French character with German aesthetics, it appears to have taken a step in the right direction. The car features streamlined daytime running lights and integrates chrome accents, creating striking visual elements along its 4,780 mm body.
Interior Design
The trend of excellence continues inside the cabin, equipped with dual temperature gauges, a somewhat remotely placed hazard light switch, and a uniquely designed steering wheel featuring 18 buttons. Finished with soft leather and perforated aluminum, along with black decorative touches, the layout of controls and overall design can be considered among the best in its class.
Safety and Technology
The Citroen C5 earned five stars in the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) safety ratings in 2009. It comes equipped with features such as a tire pressure monitoring system, traction control, adaptive xenon headlights, cruise control, and a total of nine airbags—safety attributes that its competitors can only dream of.
Driving Experience
Under the hood of the Citroen C5 lies a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 160 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. These numbers are impressive, especially considering that its Japanese competitors with larger engines yield slightly less torque and power.
With a 6-speed automatic transmission that reaches 70 km/h before shifting to the final gear, the C5 offers a smooth and effortless driving experience on the roads. Engaging the sport mode will elevate your driving experience to a whole new level, while the transmission manages to maintain this pace and minimize noise until the next gear shift.
Conclusion
If you believe that the Citroen C5 has not left a good impression on us, that is the issue. In a normal setting, this is subjective, as driving the French car makes us feel that operating any other vehicle is somewhat odd. However, it’s clear that this Citroen has the potential to offer even more in the future, and we respect Citroen for maintaining strong standards in the market.
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