In 2010, during the automotivethe exhibition in Paris was presented to the general public model Citroen DS4. Reviews of the first owners of the novelty characterized it as a very successful premium-class car with good driving characteristics, which could boast a high level of comfort. Not surprisingly, the demand for the car was appropriate. As a result, in 2014, French developers upgraded the model. Then the updates affected mainly the technical part. In February 2015, the car was restyled once, and so far for the last time. The line of engines replenished with new units. In addition, the car received an updated appearance and equipment. About him and will be discussed in more detail below.
Exterior
In appearance Citroen DS4 catches the eye,first of all, the swift silhouette with bright design elements, as well as the prevailing muscular lines. In front of the stands out the original lighting technology, consisting of bi-xenon headlights and daytime running LED-lights. She makes the "look" of the car gloomy. In addition, it is impossible not to note the large air intake, which flaunts on the powerful bumper, and the logo of the manufacturer, made in the form of a double chevron. The back of the car looks monumental. Pretty original here can be called the design of the exhaust pipes. Besides them, a compact tailgate with a small glazing and a sophisticated LED lighting system catches the eye.
Dimensions
The length of the car is 4275 mm.In this case, the wheelbase accounts for 2612 mm. The parameters of the novelty in width and height, respectively, are 1810 and 1523 mm. As for clearance, the car rises above the ground at 195 mm. Speaking of dimensions, it is impossible not to mention the original wheels Citroen DS4, that their appearance completes the dynamic look of the car. Their diameter is in the range of 16 to 18 inches, depending on the configuration.
Interior
Car interior design, as well as hisergonomics, is at a high level. On the massive steering wheel diluted with shiny inserts, which is located at the bottom (on the principle of sports cars), there are a lot of buttons to control. The center console is made in the usual style for French manufacturers. In particular, here you can see the seven-inch screen of the multimedia system, fancy ventilation baffles and well-composed control panels for climate control and music. Look beautiful and devices Citroen DS4. Reviews of car owners, on the other hand, indicate that they are far from being the most informative.
Comfort and space
Finishing the interior of the model completelycorresponds to a class of the car and is made of high-quality materials. In particular, the cabin uses pleasant to the touch elements of natural leather and plastic. Front seats look just gorgeous. Moreover, numerous reviews indicate that their design provides an optimal fit for all people, regardless of their height and build. Thanks to their convenient profile with pronounced lateral support, the driver does not tire when traveling long distances and feels comfortable in steep turns. As for the convenience of passengers who are behind, they will like the small height of the transmission tunnel. In addition, the local reserve of space on all fronts deserves flattering words. The only thing that can cause them to complain is the lack of their own window lifters and narrow doorway. Both of these nuances, according to representatives of the manufacturer, are associated with the very bizarre and unusual shape of the rear doors of the Citroen DS4.
Cargo area
The useful volume of the trunk of the car is385 liters. Along with this, this indicator is not the limit. The fact is that if necessary, the rear seat backrest can be folded. In this case, the free space of the luggage compartment is increased to the mark of 1021 liters. Whatever it was, it should be noted that the ideally smooth platform in this case does not work. In the trunk is also a subwoofer and spare tire. Depending on the configuration option, there may be either a full "reserve" or "dokatka".
Configuration in Russia
For domestic buyers providesSeveral options for picking Citroen DS4. Technical characteristics of the simplest power unit (atmospheric four-cylinder 120-horsepower engine with a volume of 1.6 liters) allow you to accelerate the car to "hundreds" in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of the car, while it is 193 km / h. Such an engine operates in conjunction with a five-speed mechanic gearbox. As for the size of fuel consumption, its figure in the combined cycle is 6.2 liters for every hundred kilometers.
Interesting and more productive modificationThe mentioned installation is its forced version, equipped with a direct fuel injection system. Motor power is 150 "horses." This version of the engine is paired with a hex-range "automatic". This combination allows you to accelerate the car to the level of 212 km / h, while it takes 9 seconds to reach the mark of 100 km / h. According to reviews of car owners, for every hundred kilometers of travel in this variant you need an average of 7.7 liters of fuel.
Старшим бензиновым агрегатом для России стала "Four" volume of 1.6 liters, the highlight of which can be called a throttle-free fuel mixture. In addition, the engine boasts a dual-channel turbine and direct injection system. Power of the unit reaches a mark of 200 horsepower. This option is a complete set of auto mechanical box on six steps. The maximum speed of the car is 235 km / h, and it takes 7.9 seconds to accelerate to the “hundred”. With such impressive indicators, the size of fuel consumption can be called very modest - 6.4 liters per hundred kilometers.
Two-liter turbocharged diesel engine,developing 160 horsepower, crowns the line of power plants, designed for domestic buyers Citroen DS4. Characteristics of this engine allow you to accelerate the car to the level of 100 km / h in 9.3 seconds. Moreover, its highest speed is limited to 192 km / h. Impressive can be called an indicator of efficiency, because in the combined cycle for each "hundred" takes an average of only 5.7 liters of fuel.
Chassis
The car is built on the PSA PF2 platform.It should be noted that earlier it had already managed to recommend itself well in the models of the Citroen C4 and Peugeot 3008. The MacPherson type suspension was used at the front, and a twisted beam behind it. Regardless of the configuration option, all Citroen DS4 cars are front-wheel drive. As evidenced by the reviews of the owners of the car, on the high-speed arc, she very confidently holds the road surface, and small irregularities are almost not felt. At the same time, many of them note that the suspension is quite loud, especially if we compare the noise with that of German cars of this class. Anyway, due to such relative simplicity, servicing the “Frenchman” is much easier and cheaper.
Security
Speaking of the security model Citroen DS4, shouldnote the fact that to save the life of the driver, passengers, and also third parties in emergency situations, a number of programs are intended. Among them, it should be noted ESP, ABS, brake force assist and control system, driving optimization unit under difficult circumstances and traction control. In addition, the car is equipped with eighth generation disc brake mechanisms on all wheels and airbags.
Cost
Что касается стоимости Citroen DS4, цена car in the salons of domestic dealers depends on the configuration. The simplest version of the model will cost 1.149 million rubles. In this case, the standard set includes an onboard computer, cruise control, electronic immobilizer, a pair of front airbags, heated front seats, climate control for two zones, as well as many other systems that have become familiar to modern motorists. For a modification equipped with a “diesel engine,” potential buyers will have to pay almost half a million rubles. In the maximum performance, the cost of the car can reach a mark of 1.594 million rubles. In this case, the equipment includes 18-inch branded wheels, a rear-view camera for parking assistance, leather trim and spectacular aluminum pedals.
conclusions
Подводя итог, следует назвать модель ярким an example of a car in which the developers were able to provide an almost perfect balance of reliability, ergonomics and comfort. Being easy to drive, the car has become an excellent solution for use on domestic roads, accessible to many average Russians.
