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Reviews of Citroen C4:
Appearance:
- In a continuous stream of cars, the car immediately attracts attention with its unique French charm! Very stylish and modern exterior, correct proportions. Respect and respect for designers.
- I really liked the exterior design. Of course, in its class, the C4 is the standard of a beautiful car.
In the cabin:
- I sat in the car for the first time and was stunned! In terms of interior decoration, the price is clearly underestimated. Plastic is soft to the touch and looks, the rest of the finish is like a Mercedes class car!
- Beautiful interior, high quality finishing materials. The plastic looks soft, but when I touch it it’s really soft.
- With my height of 1.85 m, I can sit comfortably even in the back seat.
- The functionality of the separate climate control is at the highest level, I adjusted it to 20 and never touched it again.
- Excellent music, what’s especially cool is that you don’t need to configure it. The list shows all stations in a particular region. You open the list, specify the region, the radio updates itself automatically - all you have to do is enjoy.
- There is complete silence in the cabin, no crickets, no unnecessary noise.
- I liked the sporty shape of the front seats with reliable and effective lateral support.
- After just a couple of weeks, nasty crickets started appearing.
- There is not much space in the cabin. Especially from behind. It will be uncomfortable for a passenger under 180 cm to sit.
- An excellent trunk - a volume of more than 400 liters, good finishing, many hooks for securing cargo, a 12-volt socket, a portable battery-powered flashlight is used for illumination, can be removed and used on the street. There is a basement with tools and a spare wheel. Class!!!
Controllability:
- Excellent road holding. It drives as if glued, a small rut with rainwater is not noticeable at all.
- The car walks on uneven roads. We have to catch a little over 100 km/h. Not finished. They raised the car for our roads, but forgot to change the European ones.
Softness:
- Very smooth ride. The car doesn't drive, but seems to fly like an amphibian on an air cushion!
- Who said that the Opel Astra has a very stiff suspension? You just haven’t tried driving a Citroen C4 yet! It's not just tough anymore. This is already cruel cruelty!!! The rear suspension beam... although what kind of beam is there... there is no trace of it!!! Probably, on a cart without springs and shock absorbers the ride is softer.
Speed:
- It accelerates very well, despite its decent weight of 1.3 tons.
- Absolutely no distinct features were found in the dynamics of the Citroen. I press the gas pedal, and the response is something like “what do I need?” Only then does it slowly begin to drive in and accelerate. Flaw!
Transmission:
- (Automatic transmission): The new automatic transmission is especially impressive in sport mode, smooth shifts, no jerks, the engine brakes as if it were a manual transmission. Super!
- (Automatic): I didn’t like the automatic. He is dumb and thinks for a long time, regardless of the intensity of the ride. Probably due to quickly adapting to the driving style. Shifts are accompanied by jerks.
- (Manual transmission): The manual transmission deserves a separate discussion. I just can’t imagine how you can select gear ratios like that! Krasovskaya first gear is impossibly short, only for starting off. The second is no better, but the third was stretched to the limit. True, when I’m in a hurry, it helps out, since 3rd gear works in the range of 30 – 90 km without problems. You don't have to switch. At 4 and 5 I didn’t notice any differences, they differ by 700 - 800 rpm and that’s it.
Brakes:
- It should be especially noted that ABS is the best in this class.
- Excellent braking system, the brake is clear and smooth. If necessary, you can brake sharply, but even in rain and snow it brakes without the slightest slip.
Noise insulation:
- The noise is at a decent level, the engine revs only at 4500 rpm.
- For this class, the sound insulation is simply excellent.
- The roof is not equipped with sound insulation at all. In heavy rain there is a drumbeat in my head.
Reliability:
- After a year of using the car without any breakdowns, nothing fell off. In general, everything is great.
Patency:
- Decent ground clearance, it seems about 200 mm.
- The main criterion for choosing this car was its excellent ground clearance - 175 millimeters.
Operating cost:
- Citroen is earning its value.
- Expense is a song. The 92 takes about 6 on the highway, if passengers or cargo can eat a little more - 6.2 liters. In the city I specifically measured it - 8.2 liters per hundred. And with the climate/air conditioning turned on.
Other details:
- I note that visibility is at an excellent level.
- The work of the janitors pleases me. They not only effectively, but even perfectly clean glass!
- At night you drive as if on a clear day, there is more than enough low and high beam. Bright, even light right along the way.
- Plump, very comfortable steering wheel. Somewhat reminiscent of a sports car steering wheel with a cutout at the bottom, it is perfect for a tall driver.
- It’s not a pity to pay 11,000 rubles for a standard signaling system. Functionality is at a decent level - you can fold the mirrors, you can lower the windows. In a word, super!
- I was pleased with the information content of the on-board computer - all the necessary information is displayed on the display and can be easily read without looking closely.
- The highest level of ergonomics, all the levers are in their place, everything is clear and convenient.
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The first generation C4 went on sale ten years ago - in 2004 and replaced the Xsara in the lineup. Only hatchbacks with five and three doors were supplied to our country. Although the French called the “three-door” a coupe, in reality it was only a three-door hatchback. In Brazil, Hungary, Turkey, Greece and Spain they even sold sedans, but they did not reach us. In 2006, the French released the C4 Picasso and C4 Grand Picasso compact vans based on it.
If you look at today's paltry Russian sales of the second generation Citroen C4, the old one can be called popular. The stylish outlines have sunk into the souls of thousands. In 2004-2010, it sold approximately at the same level as the similar platform Peugeot 307 and the Volkswagen Golf, which was losing popularity, but noticeably worse than the Opel Astra, and even more so the Ford Focus.
All engines are simple inline fours. Gasoline engines - without turbines, volume 1.4 (88 hp), 1.6 (109 and 122 hp) and 2 liters (140 and 180 hp). Diesels have a volume of 1.6 (90 hp or 109 hp) and 2 liters (140 hp), but they entered our country bypassing official dealers and are poorly represented. All cars have drive only on the front axle, gearboxes are mechanical (five or six steps) and automatic (four steps).
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In 2008, designers slightly refreshed the appearance by straightening the bumpers and optics. The line of engines now includes a 1.6 naturally aspirated petrol engine (120 hp) and a turbocharged engine of the same volume (140 or 150 hp), as well as a new 2 liter diesel engine (150 hp). Since 2010, the French have established the assembly of C4 near Kaluga, but in the same year a new generation was introduced.
Offers on the market
Basic C4s are equipped in a spartan manner: front electric windows, a pair of airbags, air conditioning and ABS. Music and everything else is available at extra cost. There are more than enough offers on the secondary market, but among them there are many “refugees” from Europe, the purchase of which we recommend only if you know the history of the car 100%.
Almost 60% of used cars have automatic transmission. About the same number are equipped with a base 109-horsepower engine, and about 30% are equipped with a 122-horsepower unit. The share of cars with other engines accounts for only 10%.
Average prices for Citroen C4
| Year | Average price, rub. |
| 2004 | 195 000 |
| 2005 | 255 000 |
| 2006 | 266 000 |
| 2007 | 286 000 |
| 2008 | 320 000 |
| 2009 | 333 000 |
| 2010 | 372 000 |
Typical breakdowns and operational problems
Engine
The most common engine on the C4 is the 1.6 liter TU5 series with 109 or 122 horsepower. And no matter what version you choose, most likely, by 90,000 - 100,000 km you will have to change the timing belt. Until 2010, it was changed according to regulations every 60,000 km, but then the interval increased to 120,000 km. Before purchasing, have your car diagnosed at the dealer; mechanics will be able to do this visually.
The engine has 122 hp. even greater sensitivity to humidity, due to which condensation sometimes accumulates under the valve cover and falls on the sensor. There is no need to sound the alarm, dealers simply reset the error at the station.
A more powerful engine is also prone to overeating, and its oil consumption rate is 500 g per 1,000 km. The spark plugs must be changed every 40,000 km according to the regulations, because if this is not done, the ignition coils may become damaged.
After restyling, this engine was replaced by a more modern engine of the EP6 series, jointly developed by the French and BMW, also with a volume of 1.6 liters, but with a power of 120 hp. Here the timing mechanism is driven by a chain, but it cannot boast of a long service life. In some cases, the chain was stretched to 60,000 km. The second typical problem with chain engines is a good “appetite” for oil consumption. The waste can be up to 200-300 g per 1,000 km.
In our country, there are also diesel versions of the C4 from Europe, but they almost always have a very “twisted” mileage. They have the same timing problems as their gasoline “brothers,” and they are traditionally very sensitive to our fuel. Among the used C4s you can find cars that were equipped with other gasoline engines - 1.4 (88 hp) and 2.0 (143 hp), but there are only a few such units on the market, and dealers do not have reliable statistics on the reliability of the units.
Alexander Korobchenko
Website observer, 2011
The Citroen C4 has a 120-horsepower engine that is equally powerful, quiet and economical, thanks to the participation of BMW engineers. We have already reported more than once on trips in cars with this engine (Peugeot 308, Peugeot 207) and even before getting into the red hatch we knew about its advantages. But the automatic transmission in Peugeot and Citroen used to often operate “separately” from the engine, so the biggest surprise for us in the C4 was the “friendship” of the engine and gearbox.
Transmission
The reliability of the transmission depends entirely on how the previous owners took care of it. And if with a “mechanics” everything is simple (the clutch lasts on average 100,000 – 150,000 km and is replaced as a set), then with an “automatic” there are much more problems.
The C4 is powered by the infamous French AL4 unit. Its main trouble is the oil in the box. In theory, it is designed for the entire service life of the box, and dealers assure that replacement is not done on it. But experienced mechanics recommend changing it every 30,000 - 40,000 km. The box also contains a separate oil filter, but it is not removable and can only be replaced together with the entire automatic transmission. Before purchasing, check the quality of the oil in the automatic transmission, since if the car has driven 100,000 km without replacement, then simply draining the old one and filling it with new one will not work. Fresh oil will only agitate the heavy oil deposits that have settled on the inside of the box, after which it may simply “die.” Therefore, if the owner has not regularly changed the lubricant, it is better to avoid such a machine.
Another problem is the two automatic transmission solenoid valves, which often fly out. This often happened on cars under warranty, and dealers corrected these troubles at their own expense. But the “illness” can happen even after several years, especially if you start active driving at low temperatures with an unheated gearbox. The first thing you will notice about this is the service icon on the dashboard or shocks when switching.
Suspension
The Citroen's suspension is also not very reliable. At the front, the C4 swings on MacPherson struts, the struts of which last no more than 40,000 km, and sometimes they have to be changed after 10,000 km. Steering rods go away approximately 25,000 - 50,000 km, and if they are not changed in time, they can “pull along” the steering rack, which in any case does not last longer than 100,000 km.
Wheel bearings are usually changed around 50,000 - 100,00 km. Everything is much more reliable at the back, since there is an elastic beam there, which should not cause much trouble. Its only weak point is the silent blocks, which quickly lose their damping properties. True, experts recommend not touching them, since they do not particularly affect driving and safety, and replacing them is very difficult and expensive. Brake pads on the front and rear usually wear down between 20,000 and 30,000 km, and the discs require replacement by 50,000 km.
Alexander Korobchenko
Website observer, 2011
The hatchback quickly and accurately responds to turns of the unusually designed steering wheel, however, the driver and passengers pay for this with the sensations of a stiff suspension that reacts unpleasantly to every more or less noticeable road irregularity. On the highway, the shock absorbers cope well with “surprises” from road services.
Body and interior
The second owner should have no complaints about the body of a three-year-old C4. The paintwork, even after three to five years, looks great and does not experience any urge to rust. But if you do find one, then most likely this car survived an accident.
But if the front plastic fenders (usually the right one) begin to catch the opening front door in the heat, this is not a consequence of an accident, but an anomaly that occurs on the C4. But as soon as the car cools down, everything returns to normal. On cars assembled in Kaluga in 2010, the steering wheel braid is made of low-quality material, which often peels off. The steering wheels were re-tightened under warranty, but not everyone had time to contact service about this, so “shabby” C4s can be found on the secondary market.
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Alexander Korobchenko
Website observer, 2011
But the car's sound insulation is good: up to 4,000 rpm, the engine sound almost does not penetrate into the cabin, does not reach the driver's ears, and most of the road noise comes from wheel arches, glass, and tires. Let's add to this the fact that Citroen has a very decent audio system with clear sound and many options for customizing the sound. Thus, the acoustic comfort in the car can be called quite European.
Electrical equipment
The electrics also let down the C4, and the whole point is its complexity. Firstly, heated seats often fail. This almost always happens due to a broken wire in the backrest or cushion of the front seats. For example, if the owner unsuccessfully stepped on the chair with his knee. Now dealers have already learned to “cure” this “illness” without resorting to completely replacing the heating element.
The main “brains” of the C4 are quite complex and consist of two blocks - BSM and BSI plus an injection calculator. Both blocks are essentially fuse blocks with control chips, which are not very reliable. BSM often “glitches” due to poor insulation of antifreeze hoses passing nearby, through which this very antifreeze can get into it, which can be determined by the corresponding smell. The injection calculator and BSM unit, like any electrical devices, sometimes simply short out, which leads to their complete replacement. Thank God this doesn't happen often.
If the heater/air conditioner stops blowing from somewhere in the car, then, most likely, the gear teeth of one of the dampers simply broke off. The manufacturer was unable to overcome the “disease,” but they released an inexpensive repair kit with new gears, which you can buy and, if you have the ability to use a screwdriver, change it yourself. At the service station, for disassembling the side part of the dashboard, they will ask, depending on the impudence of the master, from 3,000 to 8,000 rubles.
Finally, the good news: sophisticated electronics and low resale value contribute to the fact that the C4 is not popular among car thieves.
Foreman at the Citroen AXIS dealership center (St. Petersburg, Marshal Zhukov Ave., 82)
The first C4 caused a lot of problems both for us and for the owners. First of all, the electronics were glitchy. In most cases, we simply erased the mistakes, and then everything was fine, but sometimes we had to “dig deeper.”
Problems with automatic transmissions were solved most costly - sometimes they were replaced as a whole at very short mileage. However, many drivers, especially young ones, “killed” the boxes themselves, openly raping the cars.
Maintenance costs from official dealers
We calculate the costs for the most common version with a 1.6 liter engine and only for work. Citroen's maintenance period is confusing: the maintenance itself must be done once a year or 20,000 km, whichever comes first. But changing the oil and oil filter must be done every 10,000 km. The cost of a standard hour at dealers in Russia fluctuates around 2,000 rubles.
To this day, this car stands out favorably in traffic. First of all, it is necessary to note the successful design of the three-door hatchback, which was proudly positioned by the French as a coupe - the Citroen C4. Cars offered at attractive prices have numerous weaknesses and shortcomings, which should be given close attention during the selection and purchase process.
Specifications
- Sedan;
- Power units: five gasoline (volume from 1.4 to 1.8 liters develop 90, 110, 138, 143 and 180 hp) and three diesel engines with the common rai l system (1.6 and 2 liters produce 92, 110 and 138 hp);
- Transmission: manual 5- and 6-speed, automatic 4-speed and six-speed “robot”;
- Fuel tank volume – 60 l;
- Fuel consumption - for gasoline engines 8.7 - 11.7 liters per 100 km, for diesel engines - 6-7 liters.
Advantages and benefits of Citroen C4
- Spacious and comfortable interior. Attractive interior;
- Unusual body design;
- High-quality finishing materials;
- Unpretentious in maintenance;
- Economical fuel consumption;
- Safety;
- Good aerodynamics;
- Average level of sound insulation.
Weaknesses of Citroen C4
- Chassis;
- Power steering;
- Power plants;
- automatic transmission;
- manual transmission;
- Wheel bearings;
- Starter;
- Rapid wear of chassis elements;
- Ignition coil;
- Climate control;
- Electric heating of seats and power windows;
- Engine TU5.
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The weak point of the suspension is the silent blocks installed at the rear. Their lifespan is short and they break down after a mileage of 40 thousand km. A sign of a malfunction is knocking in the suspension. The shock absorber boot can also make similar sounds. This is explained by its free movement up and down the rod.
Power steering
The Citroen C4 has electro-hydraulic power steering. Its main problem is the leakage of the hydraulic pump. This happens through a chip that is located adjacent to the power cable. To fix the problem, you need to replace the node with a new one. This will require reconfiguring the electronic control unit.
Power plants
Power plants are very sensitive to the quality of the fuel used. If it is low, the engine will quickly become clogged and the life of the spark plugs will decrease. Bad fuel leads to carbon deposits on the valves. The problem occurs after a mileage of 60 thousand km. There is a high probability of a drop in compression and power in the first year of operation. When buying not only a used, but also a new car, these points need to be given special attention. Diagnostics and compression measurements will help determine the problem.
An automatic transmission rarely runs without problems, even 100,000 km. And critical and serious problems begin to appear in the area of 150 thousand km. To avoid costly repairs and even replacement, you need to pay close attention to the operation of the box during a test drive. Often, in neglected units, the band brake often breaks; after this, the unit will require major repairs and high costs accordingly. Characteristic signs of an imminent breakdown are shocks when changing gears.
Manual transmissions cause fewer problems for owners of cars with these boxes, but they are also not as reliable as we would like. It is necessary to pay attention to whether the gears are engaged clearly and the clutch pedal travel. Clutch replacement is often necessary at a mileage interval of 80,000 km.
Wheel bearings.
Wheel bearings quickly fail. To prevent the purchase of a car from causing the need to immediately engage in repairs, pay attention to the characteristic hum while driving. Replacement and the cost are not high, but it is better to save money, especially since bearing failure is easily determined, as mentioned above, by the characteristic hum when the car is moving.
The starter is unreliable, problems appear in winter. If it doesn't work right away, don't avoid buying the model you're testing. There is an easy way to avoid costly replacement - reduce the amount of lubricant in the relay. At sub-zero temperatures, the lubricant thickens so much that the power contacts are blocked.
The chassis of the Citroen C4 is flimsy. Before buying, during the trip, try to catch any play and extraneous knocks. You may have to change the rods and ends, ball joints and stabilizer links. These parts last an average of 35,000 km, which is very little. If strong dives occur during braking, the struts may need to be replaced.
Ignition coil.
Ignition coils often fail when refueling with low-quality fuel, untimely replacement of spark plugs and other indirect and direct reasons. It is impossible to diagnose on your own. After purchasing a car, be sure to replace the spark plugs, change them more often than required.
Climate control.
Climate control. A frequent problem is the failure of the control unit. Testing the operation of the system is easy; just ask the owner to turn on the air conditioner. Do not neglect this advice, even in winter. Find a heated box or underground parking to check the operation of the air conditioning system.
Electric heating of seats and power windows.
Electric seat heating is one of the diseases of the Citroen C4. In this case, this is not a small thing. Turn it on and check if it works. The backrests and seat cushions are assembled into a single system. The wiring often gets frayed, and failure of one of them may force you to re-tighten the seats.
Power windows often fail. This must be noted during the inspection. There is probably no need to explain how to check the performance of window regulators. It's a small thing, but fixing the problem is labor-intensive work.
Engine TU5.
Engine TU5. Avoid cars equipped with this powertrain. The engine often warps and the throttle valve fails. Many engines had defective throttle valves installed. Most often, it is on these engines that the thermostat gets stuck; the pump is changed with each timing belt replacement, which is recommended to be done after 60,000 km.
The main disadvantages of the Citroen C4
- Rigid suspension (rear);
- The door seals are ground in paintwork;
- Interior crickets;
- Miscalculations in ergonomics;
- Maintenance is not cheap;
- Insufficient visibility;
- Small trunk volume.
Conclusion.
If you decide to buy this car, you need to understand that you will have to shell out significant funds for repairs and maintenance. It is strictly not recommended to purchase a car with an automatic transmission. Engine oil consumption can reach 0.5 liters per thousand kilometers; this is quite common.
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Year of issue: 2011
Engine: 1.6 (120 hp) Checkpoint: M5
Review of Citroen C4 left by: Nikolai Gennadievich from St. Petersburg
Average rating: 3.5 |
Year of issue: 2016
Engine: 1.6 (114 hp) Checkpoint: M6
Citroen C4 sedan, 2016, restyled. I've been eyeing this model for a long time. My relative has the same one, only pre-styling. Comfortable, practical, and more or less reliable for a “Frenchman”. I would have taken it earlier, but I wanted a diesel engine. And before the restyling, it wasn’t on the Russian C4, but it was on the Pyzhe 408, which I don’t like at all.
Review of the Citroen C4 Sedan left by: Mikhail from Moscow
Average rating: 5 |
Year of issue: 2013
Engine: 1.6 (120 hp) Checkpoint: A4
At first everything seemed fine, but at 10,000 km an engine error began to appear. OD periodically removes it, but the problem itself has never been found or fixed. At 30,000 km, the front brake discs ran out, although the pads were never changed, and the wear on the pads was only 50%. OD stated that brake discs are a consumable item and are changed every time the pads are changed, IN MY SOME SOUND ABSURD. Further more, at 43,000 km, the automatic transmission and torque converter seals leaked (the car is less than 3 years old and has a mileage of 43,000 km, that is, the car is still under warranty). OD states that we did not change the engine oil from them, so they will not do automatic transmissions under warranty. ..full text of the review about Citroen C4
Review of Citroen C4 left by: Alexei
The car is equipped with seats with a massage function and the ability to adjust lumbar support. The car is equipped with EBD, ABS, ESP, software speed limiter, parking sensors and a system that monitors tire pressure.
The 2011 model year car has become 17 mm wider, 32 mm higher and 55 mm longer than the previous version. It is equipped with Michelin Energy tires, which significantly reduce fuel consumption. A 230-volt electrical outlet is built into the cabin. You can call local support using the Citroen eTouch range of services. The driver's seat is particularly comfortable and has a heating function (the temperature can be adjusted).
The reliability of early examples of the Citroen C4 was not high enough; the main complaints were made to the braking system. Russian car owners noted periodic failures in the automatic transmission; in winter, cars had difficulty starting. Common defects in French Citroen C4s are problems with power windows and knocking from rear shock absorbers. There are no complaints about the reliability of gasoline engines; there have been cases of breakdowns of exhaust gas recirculation valves in cars running on diesel fuel.
The manufacturer tried to eliminate all identified defects, so the reliability of the Citroen C4 has increased significantly. The engine starts easily at temperatures down to -30 degrees, and the braking system is improved. The main advantages of the car are: a comfortable interior, stylish body design, high ground clearance, a convenient dashboard, dynamic acceleration and good suspension.
The disadvantages of the Citroen C4 include mediocre handling at high speeds. A non-standard speedometer may seem inconvenient - you need to get used to its configuration.
The manufacturer has done everything possible to turn the Citroen C4 into a comfortable car. An armrest is mounted between the front seats, the position of which is adjustable in length. There is a built-in box in the armrest for storing small items.
The climate control system operates in dual-zone mode - the front seat passenger and the driver can set their own temperature conditions. The ventilation grilles have a special compartment built into them for storing small items.
The soft suspension has become a distinctive feature of the Citroen C4 2011 model year. The electronic control panel also deserves attention - the degree of its illumination can be adjusted directly from the steering wheel.
From a safety point of view, the Citroen C4 is a very thoughtful car. The hatchback is equipped with such modern systems as a brake force distributor, stabilizer control, etc.
The cost of the basic configuration will be 574,900 rubles. It includes cruise control, electric mirrors, air conditioning and audio preparation. For the most expensive version of the Citroen C4, the buyer will have to pay 747,900 rubles. In this configuration, the car comes with an advanced audio system, seats with a massage function, dual-zone climate control and a system that allows you to determine “dead spots”.
