Nice New Citroen

Car Leasing has become one of the most probable solutions an individual can consider if he wants to have his temporary car for an intervening time. When you lease you do not pay for the whole value and amount of the car for you only pay for the part or a potion of the value that decreases throughout the duration of the leasing term. There are a lot of car lease emerging and making mark in this industry, however, only few will bound to stay.

One of the best options is the Citroen C5. This is Citroen’s ‘Mondeo’, the all-new C5. Totally redesigned, the French saloon gets a fresh platform, a new air-suspension system and a high-quality interior which offers much more space. This is a sleek addition coming from the French automobile maker and has made an impression of quality build and body and the eye catching features that comprised of a hydro pneumatic suspension, hydraulic transmission, and directional headlights

The said release of the C5 in the market has become a way for those who prove that along with many companies it can still have its own name and success. No other car on the Citroen line has been as pleasant and innovative as the C5. In addition, the finance charge that is what the leasing company earns for the transaction and that can be incorporated to the interests charged on an auto loan. This implies that if you don’t want to keep the car and you like upgrading your wheels every now and then, leasing might be the suitable option for you.

The new C5 is considered to put style back into the Citroen line of automobiles and will definitely be one of the best car lease deal options in the market to watch out for. Its good looks will be coupled with a bevy of all kinds of features including hydractive suspension, a fixed-hub steering wheel, and a Parking Space Measurement system also known as the Backseat Driver.

This is a kind of French ingenuity built in German quality and this is a kind of feature expected the Citroen C5. Engines will include punchy diesels such as the firm’s new 173bhp 2.2-litre HDI unit and the Ford/PSA-developed 2.7 V6, as well as a range of petrol motors topped off by a 3.0-litre V6. While most models will come with six-speed manual transmissions, there will also be the choice of semi-automatic and fully auto gearboxes. It will have to weather it’s own against the competition in the name of giants like Mazda 6 and the Ford Mondeo.

But the Citroen C5 will absolutely be quite affordable and will definitely be the new version that says a lot and boast of a whole new design capability of Citroen and their future bringing. Some of the features of the Citroen C5 are the passenger compartment which remained stable during an impact. The driver’s knees were well protected by an airbag mounted in the lower dashboard. Citroen with the airbag would also protect its passengers who were bigger and those seating in different positions. The passenger was well restrained and his knees did not get close to the dashboard. Also, with the Side impact, The C5 scored maximum points in the side impact and pole tests.

The Child-protection feature is where the passenger’s airbag can be disabled to allow a backward facing child restraint used in that seating position. However, some of the main information about the status of the airbag are not that distinct and clear. The label warning of the dangers of using a rearward facing restraint without first disabling the airbag was clear and permanently visible. ISOFIX found in the rear outboard seats was not clearly marked.

Even if the C5 has not received any recognition for the protection offered by the front edge of the bumper, still the new Citroen C5 has been rated as four stars for child protection along with the good feature called the Pedestrian protection and scored maximum points on the bumper.

Citroen C5 is the large sedan car for adults who crazy about the French style automotive design. The exterior of C5 shows memorable and dignified image. Large front lights are designed by the aerodynamic theory and the few gradient of its make the luxurious feeling. Besides, Front Citroen logo, hood, fender and front bumper are designed to create the cars image modern. This is the French blending between with classic style and modern style actually.

The report news described about C5 which began manufactured in 2003 that Citroen spend 6,900 million franc to invest in the R&D process and the marketing survey. The C5s factory, which can produce 920 cars per day, is on Rennes-la-Janais of France. It uses the new platform that developing process take time 3 year. C5 is designed by modern design technology, and it received the strict safety standard and environment standard. The suspension kit, uses the 3rd generation Hydrative system which is entity of Citroen, can reduce the vibration well and it has good road surface gripping attribute.

Citroen had offered three C5s engine choice. First choice is the V6 benzene engine which has 3,000cc plungers capacity with 24 valves. It can generate 152 Kw or 210 Hp. powers at 6,000 rpm, 285 Newton-meters or 30 kilogram-meters torque at 3750 rpm and 232 KmHr maximum speed. And the distinctive thing of this engine is VTC (Variable Timing Camshaft) system which can control open-close degree of valves by accelerating rate and engines cycle.

Second choice is the benzene straight engine which has 2,000cc plungers capacity with 16 valves. It can generates 100 Kw or 138 Hp. powers at 6,000 rpm, 190 Newton-meters or 19.8 kilogram-meters torque at 4,100 rpm and 202 KmHr maximum speed.

And the last choice is the 2.0 HDi diesel engine which has a high pressure diesel injection system and common-rail nozzles. It can generate 80 Kw or 110 Hp. powers at 4,000 rpm, 275 Newton-meters torque at 1,750 rpm and 188 KmHr. maximum speed. The direct-injection with common-rail high pressure pump which is controlled by ECU and the Variable Geometry Turbo Charger give the good performance on every speed and reduce 20 percent of gasoline usage. And additional merit of C5s diesel engine is the low loudness like the benzene engine. Also that HDi engine gives better responsibility than old version because the gasoline feeding accord with the engine need.

Furthermore, the 3rd generation Hydractive suspension kit was developed by Citroen which increase the vibrate reduction, road surface gripping and driving performance. It is cooperated between electronic devices which are controlled by computer unit and the improved hydraulic system. It has 4 modes for appropriate usability. H mode for the wheel changing, P mode for the hitch crossing, N mode for the normal driving and B mode for the high-loading.

If you interested Citroen C5, you can ask a near car dealer. You should check the C5s current price from car magazine or websites before you will buy it. Because different models have different prices.

CITROEN is a pioneering car manufacturer, with a long line of original, advanced designs and a tradition of engineering excellence and innovation. The world’s first front-wheel drive car, the Traction Avant, was thanks to CITROEN. Perhaps the company’s most recognised car of all time is the 2CV, which came to be regarded as an automotive icon.

CITROEN’s current crop includes the C1, C2, C3, C4, C4 Picasso and Xsara Picasso, with new models such as the C6, which replaced the XM.

CITROEN HISTORY

In 1914, Andr CITROEN set up a company that made munitions for the war. This venture proved to be a success, and by the 1920s the company became known as CITROEN.

The company shocked the world in 1934 with the Traction Avant, a revolutionary car with features such as front wheel drive. In 1934, CITROEN was taken over by Michelin tyre company and in 1976, CITROEN became part of PSA Peugeot CITROEN.

CITROEN FACTS

* Type: Subsidiary of PSA Peugeot CITROEN
* Founded: 1919
* Headquarters: Paris, France
* Industry: Automotive
* Products: Cars

CITROEN FEATURED MODELS

* Citroen C2 – the first CITROEN with a Stop & Start environmental system, and five speed semi-automatic transmission.
* Citroen C3 – a larger family friendly car, the C3 has five doors and is a “supermini” intended to replace the Citroen Saxo.
* Citroen C4 – a small family car produced since 2004. The C4 was designed to be the successor to the Citroen Xsara.
* Citroen C5 – a large family car produced since early 2001. The C5 replaced the Citroen Xantia in the large family car class.
* Citroen SAXO – a supermini manufactured from 1996 to 2003.
* Citroen XSARA – a small family car produced since 1997 in five-door estate, three- and five-door hatchback styles.
* Citroen XSARA PICASSO – an MPV produced since 1999.

DID YOU KNOW?

* The 2CV was affectionately known as “The Duck”. Citroen realised that there was an urgent need for a cheap and reliable car, and first introduced the 2CV to the public in 1938. Because of WWII, the production started in 1948. Since the car was such a success the production continued for over 40 years. The design underwent only a few minor changes in all those years.
* At the 1950 Paris Motor Show, the 2CV van was introduced. Between February 1951 and March 1978, 1,246,306 2CV vans were made. Demand was so great that there was a six-year waiting list for delivery in the 1950s.
* Citroen held the constructor title in the World Rally Championship in 2003, 2004 and 2005.
* In 2000, Citroen built a heritage centre in Aulnay, Paris. These premises of 6,700 m2, house almost 300 vintage cars and concept cars, but are not open to the public.
* The Citroen won the bronze lion award at the Advertising film festival at Cannes in 2005. This was for the Citroen C4 film “The Dancer”.

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The brand new Citroen C5 model is the result of hard work, determination and innovation shown by the designers of Citroen. The C5 model is quite bigger in size. Citroen claims that the C5 can accelerate 0-62 mph under 10seconds, and turns out to be a lot quicker than the previous models released by the company. The curb weight of C5 is 1,729 kg. However, maintaining its weight, it still remains smooth on the road, which is one of its special qualities.

It comes in a muscular design with a six-speed gear box. It is also known for its fuel economy, as the C5 can move up to 500 miles at a stretch without refueling, once its 71 liter tank is fully filled. Because of this reason, most car owners even enjoy the driving for about one weak and they don’t need to refuel. The hallmark of Citroen is its innovative suspension, which is also maintained in the C5 model by using “Hydractive 3+” with an adjustable spring, ride height, and damping.

This suspension helps the car to move smoothly even in town or busy areas. With such fine facilities, this car has also a surprising market price of even lesser than the Ford’s Mondeo. The actual market price of the car is 21,715 on the UK roads and under $36,000 mark on the US roads. All in all, this model is indeed much more impressive than its predecessors, and more than capable of catching the eyes of its potential customers.

The 2009 Citroen C5 comes with an exclusive 2.2 HDI 16V engine. The wrap around halogen headlights with AFS system is available with the car that can attract any of the car lovers. The bonnet width run with double chevron bars. Many more handy facilities are provided in some of the variants of the C5. The extra width increases the beauty of this car, and it also happens to be one of the longest cars in its class.

A special type of glass is used that can clear the water falling over it quickly. This allows the loading aperture of the car to a 439 liter boot that can also be enhanced by making the rear seats flat. The C5 model can be seen even in huge crowd because of its sleek and elegant lines. The interiors and exteriors of the car are done in German style. The door handles are designed like a fish that enhance its exterior looks.

The Citroen’s second generation cars have various extra features included within it. The aircraft styled three dials are provided to the instrument nacelle that runs over the information screen. The height adjustment and backrest facilities are also available to render extra comfort to the passengers and the driver.

The head lamps used in the C5 are of Xenon type. The market price of petrol-variant of C5 with the 1.8iSX engine is about 15,595. The SX model is provided in nine separate colors, and it also includes some extra advantages including front and rear electric windows, air conditioning with pollen filter etc.