The Renault Arkana was the model that brought the peculiar format of ‘half SUV, half coupé’ to general brands. However, their rivals have not been slow to follow in their footsteps and, curiously, it is the French who have encouraged this: the Peugeot 408 and Citroën twice, with the new C4 and also with the C4 X, its older brother. .
The latter puts on the table a fairly versatile proposal that can convince more than one potential buyer due to the different facets it covers.
Broadly speaking, it can be said that, basically, it is a Citroën C4 on a larger scale. It has a length of 4.60 meters, a width of 1.80 meters and a height of 1.52 meters; as well as a wheelbase of 2.67 meters.
However, in a visual comparison between the two models, it can be seen that, although the aesthetic resemblance is undeniable, the Citroën C4 X, despite being larger, has a much more streamlined silhouette, with a larger rear overhang and a behind that ends up in a lower position than his brother.
This means that it has much more athletic proportions than this one, achieving a greater sensation of dynamism despite being located in a higher segment.
The latter, in turn, presents advantages in terms of interior space, since it has generous dimensions in all its seats, both for the legs and at shoulder height.
In addition, despite its coupe-style silhouette, it has a fairly large trunk that, with its 510 liters, can meet the needs of an average family. In addition to enjoying another 39 liters spread over the 16 compartments that are distributed throughout the cabin.
Another aspect in which it stands out is comfort, a factor that has always been characteristic of the double chevron brand’s models.
In the specific case of the C4 X it can be specified in two elements. On the one hand, the seats, which the French firm calls ‘Advanced Comfort’. They have a special 15 mm thick foam that adapts to the body, so there is less fatigue on long trips.
On the other, its suspension with progressive hydraulic shock absorbers, which absorb the irregularities of the asphalt without much problem and result in remarkable ride comfort.
Four engines to choose from
As for the mechanical offer, the French brand has not overcomplicated itself, opting for a fairly limited range of engines and that, instead of opting for intermediate levels of electrification, it goes to extremes: either heat engines with no trace of hybridization Well, a 100% electric option.
We must also point out the fact that the brand has specified the four engines in a very specific range of powers, with less than 40 CV between the lower and the upper option, so perhaps those who seek greater performance are missing an alternative extra.
On the part of the combustion blocks, a pair of gasoline engines is available, both versions of the PureTech 1.2, one with 100 CV and the other with 130 CV. Same power presents the only diesel version, which is a 1.5-liter engine.
The most prominent is the Citroën ë-C4 X, a 100% electric version that enjoys the DGT ZERO label. It is the one that offers the most power in the entire range, 136 CV, and adds 260 Nm of maximum torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds and has a top speed of 150 km/h. It uses a 50 kWh battery and approves a range of 360 kilometers.
One point that is interesting about the Citroën C4 X is its price. With a starting rate of 22,785 euros, it is cheap within its category, although, let me clarify, that implies settling for the 100 CV gasoline engine. Who wants the electric and the advantages that it entails, will have to pay a much higher amount: 35,635 euros.
