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CITROEN C4 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 2
First production year: 2020
Engines: Diesel, Gasoline, Electric
Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
CITROEN C4 X photo gallery

Citroen introduced the C4 as a hatchback on the market in 2004, but later on, the compact-segment vehicle evolved into a crossover coupe that attracted a different type of customer.

Just two years after the launch of the C4's third generation, the French brand unveiled the C4 X, trying to compete with some premium carmakers that also had crossover coupes on their lineups. Even though Citroen was more of a mass-market manufacturer, its ambitions to create upscale vehicles were still alive.

While at the front, only a keen eye for detail could've spotted the differences between the regular C4 and the C4 X, the profile unveiled the longer profile. Since it shared the same wheelbase with its shorter sibling, only the rear overhang was extended. Moreover, the redesigned LED taillights featured a C-letter shape. At the back, the vehicle's cladding concealed the additional length.

Inside, the carmaker installed an elegant interior with a technological update for the infotainment system. Wireless connectivity with smartphones was available, while the My Citroen Assist provided free geolocated emergency calls and emergency calls without a subscription. Since the vehicle featured a longer rear overhang, the trunk was increased and reached up to 510 liters (18 cu-ft) of space, with the rear seats up.

Citroen offered the C4 X with a choice of three gasoline and one turbo-diesel unit ranging between 100 PS and 130 PS (98 and 128 HP), respectively.

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CITROEN C4 photo gallery

The SUV-Coupe mania was a trend that affected more of the up-market products, such as the BMW X6 or the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Coupe. But Citroen tried its luck with the 2020 C4.

The French car-maker was successful with the introduction of the C3 Aircross and C5 Aircross. It sold more than half of million units before it introduced the C4 in 2020, and it was not named Aircross anymore. It was just C4.

The SUV-Coupe silhouette of the C4 was different than the one on its predecessors. The first generation of the C4 was a sloped-back compact vehicle, while the second generation featured a classic hatchback styling. The third generation was a revolution with an SUV stance, a higher ground clearance, and a liftgate in the back. The new shape of the headlights resembled other products from the French manufacturer range, with the daytime running lights installed between the headlamps and the hood.

Inside, the revolution continued with a fully digital instrument cluster and a touch-screen infotainment system that was more accessible for the front passenger. The head-up display was carried over from its sibling, the C5 Aircross. The interior was fitted with soft-touch materials and premium trims. It was available with leather upholstery as well.

For the drivetrain, Citroen brought something for everyone. It was fitted with the already known 1.2-liter turbocharged engine that offered 100 hp, and it went up to a 155 hp 1.6-liter unit. The French car-maker offered the 1.5-liter unit for the diesel fans, while for those looking for an electric motor, there was a 136 hp version. All versions were front-wheel-drive.

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