Citroen has provided details of the new e-C4 X electric model, with pricing starting from €39,967.
The French car brand says it features a unique design combining the elegance of a fastback silhouette with the modern attitude of an SUV, and the timeless cachet of a spacious four-door.
It adds that with a notable and innovative design, the e-C4 X electric model redefines the sedan by introducing the modern and popular crossover element. Available with several safety and technology features as standard, the new e-C4 X also features Citroen’s Advanced Comfort Programme.
In a first for Citroen, this model will launch exclusively in an all-electric powertrain in Ireland, with petrol and diesel models set to arrive later this year. First electric models are now available to test drive for the upcoming 232-registration period.
Citroen says this is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. The Citroen e-C4 and new e-C4 X contain 135kg of recycled materials and are manufactured using 30 per cent solar in Madrid, Spain.
On the outside, the design includes a familiar front-end incorporating Citroen’s assertive rounded design signature. The high, horizontal bonnet features concave indentations, and trademark chrome chevrons stretch across the width of the body, connecting with double-height front lamps using LED headlights to reinforce the vehicle’s high-tech credentials and provide maximum visibility.
Large 690mm diameter wheels combined with a short front overhang give the car a raised ride height which results in a more elevated driving position. The car’s dynamic roofline flows to create a fastback silhouette.
With a drag coefficient of just Cd 0.29, aerodynamic efficiency has been optimised thanks to the crisp roofline, which Citroen says directly benefits range efficiency. At a length of 4600 mm, the new e-C4 X also holds a wheelbase at a length of 2670 mm.
Citroen says that the rear overhang intelligently disguises the length required to package the capacious 510-litre boot. Distinctive new LED tail lamps are placed either side of the boot opening.
Inside, Citroen claims that the new e-C4 X, drivers and their passengers will enjoy an unmatched feeling of serenity, comfort, and space thanks to Citroen’s ACP experience. This is particularly noticeable to back seat passengers thanks to its outstanding 198mm of second row knee room and a more reclined rear seatback, while its width means three people can comfortably sit side-by-side across the rear bench.
The e-C4 X will launch initially in an all-electric powertrain in Ireland. Citroen boasts that thanks to its smooth, aerodynamic shape and its 50 kWh battery, the efficient zero emission electric powertrain in new e-C4 X offers an impressive claimed WLTP range of up to 360 km.
The 100 kW electric motor offers 136 hp with 260 Nm of torque that is instantly available to the driver, this allows a 0-100 km/h of 9.5 seconds when in sport mode and a top speed of 150 km/h. Three driving modes are available – Eco, Normal or Sport - and are activated by the mode selector in the centre console based on the driver’s preference.
At a public charging station, using a rapid 100 kW DC charger, the battery replenishes at a best-in-segment rate of around 10 km/min, with 80 per cent of charge completed in 30 minutes. Using a 7.4 kW wall box, charging takes 7.5 hours with single-phase supply or as little as 5 hours with a three-phase electricity supply.
Models are expected to arrive with Puretech 100 6-speed manual and Puretech 130 8-speed automatic petrol engines with a BlueHDi 130 8-speed automatic also available.
In terms of specification, there are four grades available on e-C4 X; ‘Feel’, ‘Feel Pack’, ‘Flair’ and ‘Flair Pack’. In addition to Progressive Hydraulic Cushion Suspension, the entry level Feel grade comes with an impressive level of specification as standard including 18” alloys, automatic LED headlights and fog lights with cornering function, rear parking sensors with reversing camera, a 10-inch touchscreen, keyless entry and start and automatic dual-zone air conditioning.
