Citroen refreshes C4 hatch and coupe for 2009
Author: Robin Brown
Published: 16 September 2008
Citroen will refresh the C4 coupe and hatchback range for 2009 with new models featuring new exterior and interior styling, updated equipment, body colours and wheel designs alongside new low-CO2 petrol and diesel engines.
The vehicle's exterior design will be overhauled to reflect Citroen's new styling on the new C5 including a curvier design, restyled grille with integrated chevrons and 'sportier' front bumper.
The rear lights of the C4 Coupe are now finished in transparent crystal, while there's a choice of three new alloy wheel styles in 16-inch or 17-inch as well as two new body colours, Bourrasque and Recif blue. Chrome inserts are featured on some models.
In the cabin, the rev counter has been relocated to a translucent central display unit, while interior surfaces have been upgraded. Citroën’s latest satnav, NaviDrive, has also been added, featuring a hi-resolution 7-inch colour screen with Europe-wide satellite navigation, real time traffic reports as well as an audio system with built-in 30GB hard drive. The system also offers a video auxiliary socket and a USB connection.
New C4 engines
The C4 is now available with two new petrol engines which have been co-developed with the BMW group – the 1.6 16v VTi 120hp and the 1.6 16v THP 150hp. The C4 1.6 120hp with a manual or automatic gearbox, replaces the 1.6i 16V 110hp unit, returning 42.2mpg and emitting 159g/km on the combined cycle.
The new THP 150bhp returns 40.9mpg on the combined cycle and emits 164g/km through a six-speed manual gearbox.
A 2.0HDi diesel unit with six-speed manual gearbox and particulate filter fitted as standard, boasts fuel efficiency of 53.3mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of just 140g/km.
Other diesel-powered models – the 1.6HDi 92bhp and 1.6HDi 16V 110bhp DPFS EGS – now come with low rolling resistance Michelin Energy Saver tyres for reduced fuel consumption and lower CO2 emissions.
Hatchback models start at £12,695, while coupe models start from £13,895.
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