Citroën is completely revamping C4 and C4 X, with the World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show 2024.
The appearance of C4 and C4 X has been transformed, combining the boldness of the original concept with increased simplicity and coherence in their design – inside and out.
Citroën premieres the C5 Aircross Concept: a powerful, characterful vision of its future C-segment SUV.
With distinctive comfort and space on board, the C5 Aircross Concept heralds a model scheduled for 2025: a genuine cocoon on wheels, designed with families in mind.
14th October 2024 – Citroën has today released information on 3 new reveals in its ever-expanding passenger car line-up at the Paris Motor Show 2024. The brand pulled the covers on new C4 and C4 X, an evolution of the current C4 and C4 X, the models inherit a new design, more comfort and technologies on board. Additionally, a reveal of a new C5 Aircross Concept, an SUV designed for families with clues of how a 2025 C5 Aircross SUV may appear.
NEW C4, Ë-C4, C4 X & Ë-C4 X
Citroën is taking advantage of the Paris Motor Show to unveil the World Premiere of the new C4 and C4 X, completely renewing its range of C-segment saloons. The Brand is thus continuing its exceptional momentum. Within a year, Citroën has renewed its range of commercial vehicles, upgraded Berlingo Passenger and SpaceTourer, changed the face of the B segment with New C3 and New C3 Aircross, and is preparing to relaunch 2 major models in the C segment. Citroën’s 2nd most popular model in Ireland for 2023, C4 and C4 X will capitalise on the strengths of their distinctive silhouettes, the new Citroën C4 and C4 X are charting a new course towards greater modernity, character and maturity.
The front end incorporates the brand's new logo, which sits proudly in the centre of a redesigned radiator grille, giving the car a more assertive presence on the road. The slim, elegant LED front headlamps feature a characteristic light signature divided into three distinctive horizontal segments, ensuring instant recognition even from a distance. On the side, the new 18-inch AMBER wheels with their diamond, precision-sculpted finish embody a perfect combination of aesthetics and functionality. The side guards have been redesigned to give a more fluid appearance, they are enlivened by changeable Colour Clips that run horizontally across the rear of the car, adding a touch of personalisation that enhances the unique character of the design. Exclusively on C4, the rear lights, are designed to match the visual impact of the front end, while visually widening the rear of the vehicle and reinforcing its position on the road. The black band, in Glossy Black finish, which links the rear lights, adds aesthetic appeal and serves as a backdrop to the emblematic Citroën name. Meanwhile, C4 X will continue with its rear design, though now incorporating the brands new logo. In addition to a new design, C4 and C4 X adopt new colours - Manhattan Green, luminous, elegant and full of energy, and Mercury Grey a sober, modern grey, that will be available alongside the recently launched Eclipse Blue, Elixir Red, Okenite White and Perla Nera Black.
The exterior is not the only new update to these two models, the interior also receives a refresh. Inside, new C4 and C4 X carry forward the serenity and well-being of its occupants from their predecessors. The Advanced Comfort® seats have been redesigned to enhance on-board comfort. Visual comfort is provided by seats with a padded effect, inviting passengers to settle in comfortably for the road ahead. Seating comfort is enhanced by 15mm thicker foam, providing a soft welcome from the moment they enter the vehicle. Dynamic comfort is enhanced by textured foam and a high-density layer at the heart of the seat, providing a more pleasant driving experience, even over long distances. Postural comfort is also enhanced, with improved support, as well as height and lumbar adjustment for the driver. Combined with Advanced Comfort® suspension, these seats offer absolute comfort, transforming every journey into a gentle, soothing experience in a veritable cocoon. This technology uses Progressive Hydraulic Cushions, which absorbs road imperfections, providing a flying carpet sensation. It's a major advance in traditional suspension systems, providing a calmer driving experience and simplifying life on board. On board technology is also enhanced by an all-new 7" high-definition instrument cluster positioned behind the steering wheel, designed for optimum clarity and intuitive information display. Alongside a 10” high-definition touchscreen, the driver is well informed thanks to the introduction of ChatGPT, directly integrated into the infotainment system and available via the ‘Connect Plus’ Pack.
New C4 and C4 X are expected to arrive in multiple powertrains including the existing Hybrid and new electric offering with a range of up to 420km WLTP.
NEW C5 AIRCROSS CONCEPT
Citroën is confirming its offensive on the SUV market with the World Premiere of the C5 Aircross Concept. It expresses a vision of what the Brand's next SUV in the C segment could be. The model, premiered at the Paris Motor Show 2024, intelligently responds to the needs of customers looking for an accessible SUV full of character, offering space on board, comfort and great practicality for families. This concept supports the strong ambition of Citroën on this territory which is key for customers. Designed on the Stellantis Group's STLA Medium platform, the C5 Aircross Concept is designed for multiple powertrains.
The C5 Aircross Concept is clad in streamlined bodystyling because aerodynamics is the guiding principle behind its design. It validates the brand’s new formal language, and boasts a confident presence underpinned by unprecedented proportions - a height of 1.66 m and a length of 4.65 m (+15cm compared with the current C5 Aircross). The silhouette is based on widened tracks with pronounced shoulders, giving it a strong stance and an assertive attitude on the road. At the same time, the generous passenger cell suggests plenty of space on board and makes it clear that this is a family car. At the front, the new three-point light signature, characteristic of the Brand's latest models, is based on slender segments that form a piercing gaze and reinforce the car's expression of width. This block gives the car a real status, combining modernity, technology and character. The rather fluid and muscular design language of the wings and bonnet contrasts with the technical aspects of the grille and headlamps. At the rear, the black strip on the tailgate has been raised to give the car a real presence and make it wider. While retaining the spirit of the 3-point light signature, the designers have reinterpreted it depending on the model. Two points of light are detached from the body side moulding and appear to float like two fins on the side of the vehicle. This unit is called Citroën Light Wings. In addition to its original position, it helps to manage the complex aerodynamics in this area of the vehicle by guiding the airflow. The example of the Citroën Light Wings flush-mounted rear light is also symbolic of the work carried out in this area. By pulling out these fins of the light signature up to an unexpected position, the designers were able to work on the aerodynamics of this fundamental part to preserve both the volume dedicated to the passenger compartment and aerodynamic performance.
The C5 Aircross Concept prefigures an SUV based on the new STLA-Medium platform used for the first time by Citroën. A multi-powered vehicle (internal combustion, hybrid and 100% electric), C5 Aircross Concept will be able to adapt to the needs and uses of a wide range of customers in this market segment. This platform will also enable customers to benefit from a host of driving aids and a state-of-the-art connectivity and infotainment interface. It also offers great flexibility in terms of dimensioning, making it ideal for architects and designers. With its long wheelbase, C5 Aircross Concept is ideally proportioned to provide generous space for five people.
The C5 Aircross Concept reveals the stunning new proportions of what could be the next C-segment SUV in the range. It also conceals other innovations, particularly on board, which for the moment remain a secret. For the interior, Citroën has designed a wellness area in the spirit of a lounge, where the five occupants will be able to relax and travel in complete serenity, with more to be discovered in 2025.
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