The second-generation Citroën C4 (B7) marks a break from its predecessor. Gone is the atypical design (fixed-hub steering wheel, streamlined coupé), Citroën opted for a more consensual and reassuring style to attract a wider clientele, especially against the VW Golf. Based on the PF2 platform (shared with the Peugeot 308 I), it stands out for its royal suspension comfort, refined sound insulation, and large boot (408 litres). However, its road handling is more sluggish than its direct competitors. A facelift occurred in early 2015: new light signatures (3D taillights, LED front lights), integration of a 7-inch touchscreen (SMEG) streamlining the center console, and compliance with Euro 6 standards with the arrival of 3-cylinder petrol engines (PureTech) and diesels with AdBlue (BlueHDi). O
The Citroën C4 II (B7) is a car full of qualities for those looking for a comfortable, quiet, and spacious compact. Unfortunately, its record is heavily marred by PSA's mechanical choices. Buying a petrol version (VTi, THP, PureTech) is an extremely risky gamble that we advise against, unless the engine has been made reliable very recently with supporting invoices. The BlueHDi (Euro 6) diesel versions are excellent for long distances but require setting aside a budget for the almost inevitable replacement of the AdBlue tank. The sensible choice is exclusively for diesels from before 2015 (1.6 HDi 90/115 and 2.0 HDi 150), which offer very high reliability and negligible fuel consumption.