Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën DS4
Power
114HP
Torque
285Nm
Consumption
4.2l/100
Emissions
110g/km
0-100 km/h
11.3s
Top Speed
190km/h
Weight
1375kg
Price
22,940€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
359 L
60 L
84 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën DS4 e-HDi 115 Airdream Design ETG6 · 114 CV (2013-2014)
General description
The 2011 Citroën DS4 is not just any car; it's a statement of intent. It was born as a bold reinterpretation of the compact car, merging the elegance of a coupé with the versatility of five doors and a height that flirts with the crossover world. With its e-HDi 115 engine, it promised efficiency and a touch of distinction in a sea of conventional options, encapsulating the avant-garde spirit of the DS line.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the DS4 envelops you in an atmosphere of comfort and refinement. The suspension filters out imperfections with Citroën's characteristic mastery, albeit with a firmness that matches its dynamic aesthetic. The 114 hp diesel engine pulls confidently thanks to its generous torque from low revs, ideal for stress-free travel. However, the experience is nuanced by the ETG6 automated manual gearbox, whose slow and sometimes jerky shifts disrupt the harmony of an otherwise pleasant feeling of control and well-being.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the DS4 is a rolling sculpture. Its raised body, muscular wheel arches, and, above all, the rear door handles hidden in the C-pillar, create a captivating and visually deceptive coupé silhouette. It's a design that hasn't lost an ounce of its originality. Inside, the love affair continues with a high-quality dashboard, seats that seem to hug you, and the spectacular panoramic windscreen that floods the cabin with light, turning every journey into a cinematic experience.
Technology and features
For its time, the DS4 incorporated ingenious solutions. The e-HDi micro-hybrid system with Stop & Start was ahead of its time, key to achieving genuinely low fuel consumption and smooth city driving. It wasn't a technological powerhouse like today's cars, but it offered high-end features like a blind-spot monitoring system, customizable ambient lighting, and a comprehensive infotainment system that made you feel like you were in a higher-category car.
Competition
The DS4 played in a league of its own, halfway between premium compacts and aspirational mainstream models. It competed with the Alfa Romeo Giulietta for its passion and Italian design, the Volkswagen Golf for its impeccable balance and quality, and the Volvo V40 for its focus on safety and Scandinavian minimalism. Against them, the DS4 offered an overwhelming personality and a unique concept that no other car provided.
Conclusion
The Citroën DS4 is a car for the heart, a choice for those who want to stand out and enjoy spectacular design and superb comfort. It's an efficient travel companion with undeniable charisma. While its automated manual gearbox requires an adaptation period, in return it offers a unique driving experience and the feeling of owning a piece of French design that still turns heads. It's not perfect, but its soul and audacity make it unforgettable.