Before we discuss all that is good about the Citroën C5, let’s get the drawbacks out of the way. Firstly, it is a shame that such a stunning vehicle in its segment is known by a very few people. Perhaps the fault is that Citroën has not been active in the South African market in recent years, and the fact that it has only helped build brand apathy for the French automaker.
Secondly, fuel cost is a big deal in South Africa, and perhaps also in many other parts of the world. In this country, fuel economy is a deciding factor when considering purchasing a vehicle, so the Aircross average fuel consumption of 8 to 9 litres per 100km could be forbidding for some. However, if the cost is not a problem in your pursuit of a big SUV with unique styling, smooth performance and plenty of standard features, then the Citroën C5 Aircross is your car.
Wide is the operative word with the Aircross – wide split headlights squint, widescreen grille, wraparound glazing, giving the C5 SUV wider and sleeker physique and the wide interior giving plenty of room to do a lot more than normal motoring.
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The new C5 Aircross SUV is among the most comfortable models in its category. It owes this to Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme, Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® suspension and advanced comfort seats. Further technological advances in the suspension have all but eliminated bounce from the car’s drive, providing advanced soundproofing with reduced road noise. The wind noise is further eliminated by double-glazed laminated front windows with an insulated layer, giving travelers in the C5 Aircross cocoon-like soundproofing.
The C5 Aircross was made to seat five people, with the boot capacity expanding if there are few passengers or no passengers at all. This happens via three individual sliding, folding and reclining rear seats, and best-in-class boot space. From 520 litres, the boot capacity can rise to 720 litres. There are more storage and stowage areas in the rest of the vehicles.
Personal technology in the Aircross is small heaven for the tech savvy, with a 12.3-inch The TFT (thin film transistor) digital instrument panel behind the steering wheel and an 8-inch touchscreen on the dashboard covering the infotainment various functions. These screen plus latest-generation driver assistance technologies provide hyped up pleasure to be travelling in this vehicle, either as a driver or passenger.
Models
The Citroën C5 Aircross comes with two models, the 1.6T Feel and the higher end 1.6T Shine. Both are powered by an efficient and high-performance 1.6 THP, 121kw petrol engine coupled to Citroën’s 6 automatic gearbox. Both models have similar safety features, such as driver aid systems park sensors, electric parking brake, coffee break alert and reversing camera with rear 180°camera. Additional standards include fog lights with static corner function, ABS brake system and lane departure warning system.
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The Citroën C5 Aircross SUV’s robust and muscular design and its raised ground clearance of 230mm makes the vehicle fit and proper to carry weight on Its roof bars.
If the back is flattened completely for a level floor, the tailgate opens high, with a wide aperture to make it possible to load heavy items. From the boot capacity of 720 litres, this complete fold of seats gives a mammoth 1,630 litres of loading space.
In conclusion, the Aircross does not come with 4×4 edition but this powerfully built SUV sure knows how to perform, whether for play or work, or on your ordinary trip to the local marketplace.
Price
Citroën C5 Aircross Feel 1.6T R509,900
Citroën C5 Aircross Shine 1.6T R550,900
