Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
109HP
Torque
250Nm
Consumption
5.6l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
11.3s
Top Speed
192km/h
Weight
1385kg
Price
22,008€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
456 L
68 L
80 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C5 HDi 110 Exclusive · 109 CV (2003-2004)
General description
The first-generation Citroën C5 was not just another car; it was a statement of intent. In a world beginning to obsess over sportiness, Citroën remained true to its essence, offering a sedan that turned every journey into an experience of supreme comfort. This C5 HDi 110 represented the perfect balance between efficiency and an almost magical comfort, a rolling sanctuary for the family.
Driving experience
Driving this C5 is like floating on asphalt. The Hydractive 3 suspension is the absolute star, a system that isolates you from road imperfections with a smoothness that no rival of its time could match. The 109 HP HDi engine, though modest in numbers, pushes with surprising capability from low revs, inviting a calm and relaxed drive. It doesn't seek thrills, but rather offers unparalleled well-being with every kilometer.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the 2001 C5 is an ode to functionality over aesthetics. Its sedan silhouette hides a practical hatchback tailgate that provides access to an immense trunk, an ingenious and very French solution. It wasn't love at first sight, with its rounded shapes and a rear end that sparked debate, but its interior was a sanctuary of space and comfort. Every control was designed for effortless use, creating a welcoming atmosphere that made you feel at home.
Technology and features
The technological crown jewel was, without a doubt, the Hydractive 3 suspension. Simpler and more reliable than its predecessors, it adapted the car's height to the speed and road conditions, ensuring exceptional comfort and stability. Added to this was the efficient HDi diesel engine with common-rail injection, a benchmark at the time for its smoothness and low consumption. The equipment placed technology at the service of the well-being of the driver and passengers.
Competition
In the competitive mid-size sedan segment, the C5 faced giants like the Ford Mondeo, Volkswagen Passat, and Renault Laguna. While its rivals often offered a more dynamic chassis or higher perceived quality, none could compete with the C5 on its home turf: ride comfort. The Citroën played in its own league, attracting those who valued comfort above all else.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 HDi 110 was much more than a simple sedan; it was the materialization of a philosophy. An honest, incredibly comfortable, and practical car, designed to devour kilometers without fatigue. Although its design left no one indifferent, its ability to care for its occupants was legendary. Today, it represents a way of understanding the automobile that is missed, a reminder that the greatest luxury on the road is often comfort.