Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën C5
Power
140HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
134g/km
0-100 km/h
10.9s
Top Speed
200km/h
Weight
1730kg
Price
27,270€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
505 L
71 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën C5 Tourer Millenium HDi 140 · 140 CV (2013-2015)
General description
This generation's Citroën C5 Tourer is much more than just a family car; it's a statement of principles. In a world that was beginning to obsess over sportiness, Citroën reminded us that the true luxury on a journey is supreme comfort. This C5 Tourer Millenium is the embodiment of French-style elegance and comfort, a vehicle designed to devour miles without fatigue setting in.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the C5 Tourer is like entering a bubble of serenity. The sensation transmitted by its hydropneumatic suspension is simply magical, a flying carpet that filters out road imperfections with a mastery that no rival of its time could match. The 140 horsepower HDi engine pushes smoothly and forcefully from low revs, without vibrations, turning every journey into a relaxing and pleasant experience. It doesn't seek speed records, but rather to offer an exceptional ride quality that makes you feel like you're in a car from a much higher category.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an ode to timeless elegance. The Tourer's lines are fluid and well-proportioned, escaping the boxy shapes of other station wagons to offer a dynamic and distinguished silhouette. Details like the concave rear window are a nod to the brand's history. Inside, the atmosphere is welcoming and of high quality, with soft materials and a solid fit. The iconic fixed-hub steering wheel and detailed instrumentation create a unique and overwhelmingly charismatic driving position.
Technology and features
The technological crown jewel is, without a doubt, the Hydractive III+ suspension. This system not only provides unparalleled comfort but also keeps the body height constant regardless of the load, a huge advantage in a family car. Although its infotainment system cannot compete with current ones, for its time it offered more than adequate connectivity and navigation. The equipment on the Millenium version was generous, demonstrating its vocation as a great touring sedan.
Competition
At the time, it faced heavyweights like the Volkswagen Passat Variant, the Ford Mondeo Sportbreak, or the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer. While its German rivals often offered a firmer, sportier driving feel, none could come close to the sublime comfort and acoustic insulation of the C5. The Citroën played in its own league, that of the great touring sedans that prioritize the well-being of their occupants above all else.
Conclusion
The Citroën C5 Tourer HDi 140 is a car for connoisseurs, for those who value comfort and style over passing fads. It is an almost perfect travel machine, a haven of peace on the road that cares for and pampers you with every mile. It represents the best of a philosophy that, sadly, has been lost: that of creating cars with an unmistakable soul and character. A future classic that captivates with its smoothness and poise.