The new Citroen C4 X is a crossover coupé, which is offered in the thermal version C4, and the 100% electric e-C4, with 360 km of autonomy. The technical characteristics, the engines, and the performances.
Citroen C4 X Indroduction
Citroen C4 X is the new crossover-coupé, which is located halfway between C4 and C5 X and is offered with PureTech petrol engine and above all 100% electric. The e-C4 X will be the only solution available at the time of purchase in some European markets, such as those in the North, with its 360 km range, a 100 kW (136 hp) electric motor, and fast charging up to 100 kW of direct current input power. Moreover, thanks to the large 510-liter trunk, it is also a candidate to be the ideal companion for daily trips around the city, for example, for professional drivers or private hire companies. It debuts on the market in 2023. Now let’s discover all the info and features on the new Citroen e-C4 X.
Citroen C4 X Exterior
The new C4 X and e-C4 X belong to the crossover-coupé segment and aesthetically they clearly belong to the latest generation Citroën product family. With a length of 4,600 mm, it is positioned between the C4 hatchback, 4,360 mm long, and the C5 X, 4,800 mm long. The wheelbase of 2.67 m is identical to that of the Citroen C4 hatchback (both are based on the CMP platform).
The large wheels, with a diameter of 690 mm, combined with a short front overhang, give it a raised stance that guarantees a higher driving position.
Citroen C4 X Interior
Inside the new Citroen e-C4 X and C4 X comfort is total thanks to the Citroën Advanced Comfort experience . This is particularly noticeable when traveling in the rear seats, thanks to the exceptional second-row knee room of 198mm and the more reclined rear seatback (27 degrees), while the 1,800 mm exterior width allows for three people to sit comfortably side by side, with a total shoulder width of 1,366 mm and an elbow width of 1,440 mm.
The seats are equipped with a special reinforced foam of 15 mm. The large rear seats can be heated, as well as the front seats which are also equipped with a massage function. A large electrically opening panoramic roof is also available in the passenger compartment. On board then there are up to 16 open or closed compartments that can add a total volume of 39 liters.
Front passengers can access Citroën’s Smart Pad Support, a retractable support system integrated directly into the dashboard and designed to hold a tablet. Below this system, there is a large removable drawer with a soft opening. It features a specific anti-slip coating that allows you to easily and safely store valuable and fragile personal items. The large storage compartment under the drawer also has a soft opening.
Citroen C4 X trunk, space on board
The extra-large luggage offers up to 510 liters of usable space. Inside the trunk, the flat floor offers a maximum width of 1,010mm between the wheel arches and a maximum length of 1,079 mm. The insertion and removal of large suitcases and luggage is facilitated thanks to an entry height of 745 mm and an exit height of 164 mm from the flat bottom.
Citroen C4 X Engine
The Citroën C4 X will only be offered in the 100% electric version ë -C4 X in many European markets. While other European markets and those of the Middle East and Africa will be available the PureTech three-cylinder, 100 or 139 hp, with a six-speed manual gearbox or automatic EAT8.
The electric Citroen e-C4 X can count on 360 km of autonomy, according to the WLTP cycle. It is powered by an electric motor with 100 kW (136 hp) and 260 Nm of immediately available torque, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/hr in 9.5 seconds in Sport mode and a top speed of 150 km/hr. The 50 kWh battery is a 400 V high voltage lithium-ion battery.
Three driving modes are available: Eco, Normal, or Sport, which can be activated via the mode selector on the center console. The battery warranty is eight years or 160,000 km for 70% of the charging capacity.
As for charging, the electric Citroën ë-C4 X supports fast charging up to 100 kW. At maximum power, the battery is recharged at a rate of approximately 10 km/min, with 80% of the charge completed in 30 minutes.
In mode 3, from a 32 A Wallbox, the battery recharge is completed in 7 hours and 30 minutes with the standard single-phase battery charger and even in 5 hours with the optional 11 kW three-phase battery charger.
Citroen C4 X Infotainment
On board the new e-C4 X and C4 X we find Citroen’s next-generation infotainment system, which first appeared on the very recent flagship Citroën C5 X, which uses a 10-inch HD TouchPad and can be fully customized through a system of “widgets”.
Citroen C4 X Prices
The new Citroen C4 X crossover coupé debuts on the Italian market during the second half of 2023. The price list should probably start at 25,000 euros and up. Around 40,000 euros for the electric version ë-C4 X. Both will be produced exclusively in Europe, at the Stellantis plant in Villaverde, near Madrid.