Citroën C5

Citroën C5

Manufacturer	Citroën
Production	2001–present
Assembly	Rennes, France
Predecessor	Citroën Xantia
Class	Large family car
Body style	5-door estate 5-door Hatchback 4-door saloon
Layout	FF layout
Related	Peugeot 407 Peugeot 508

First generation

Manufacturer	Citroën
Production	2001–2008
Body style	5-door Hatchback 5-door estate
Engine	1.8 L I4 2.0 L I4 3.0 L V6 1.6 L diesel I4 2.0 L diesel I4 2.2 L diesel I4
Related	Peugeot 407

First generation Citroën C5 hatchback rear

First generation Citroën C5 station wagon rear

Facelifted Citroën C5

The Citroën C5 is a large family car produced by the French manufacturer Citroën since early 2001. The C5 replaced the Citroën Xantia in the large family car class.

First generation (2001–2008)

The first generation C5 was available as a five-door hatchback or estate. Unlike its predecessors, the C5 was a hatchback with a three-box design and a hatch. This form actually disguised the hatch, so Citroën has completely reversed the design philosophy from the fastback saloon era of Robert Opron. Power came from 1.8 and 2.0-litre straight-4 and 3.0-litre V6 petrol engines as well as 1.6, 2.0 and 2.2-litre direct injection diesel engines.

The first generation C5 was the last Citroën developed under the chairmanship of Jacques Calvet (1982–1999), a period which saw the marque's historically distinctive design and engineering brand erode markedly.

The C5 had a further development of Citroën's hydropneumatic suspension, now called Hydractive 3. The major change with this system was the use of electronic sensors to replace the mechanical height correctors seen in all previous hydropneumatic cars. This allowed the suspension computer to automatically control ride height: at high speed the suspension is lowered to reduce drag and at low speeds on bumpy roads the ride height is raised. Manual control of ride height was retained, though it was overridden by the computer if the car was driven at an inappropriate speed for the selected height. Certain cars also featured the computer controlled ride stiffness seen on the Xantia and XM.

In a major break with Citroën tradition, the brakes and steering were no longer powered by the same hydraulic system as the suspension. It has been speculated that the primary driver for this was the cost of developing electronic brake force distribution for the system when the PSA Group already had an implementation for conventional brakes. Another factor may be the highly responsive nature of 'traditional' Citroën brakes, which some have found hard to adjust to on other hydropneumatic cars, though it is felt by some to be superior. It can be scary for an experienced Citroen driver, used to the instant reactions of an older hydropneumatic car, to drive a 'conventional' vehicle and find an inch of pedal travel before any significant braking is achieved.

In 2004, the C5 underwent a major facelift (new front and rear ends; same centre section) to bring it into line with the look of the new Citroën C4. The hatchback was lengthened from 4,618 mm (181.8 in) to 4,745 mm (186.8 in) and the estate from 4,755 mm (187.2 in) to 4,840 mm (190.6 in). Also this new version got swivelling directional headlights.

The Hydractive suspension improves ride quality and keeps the car leveled and can enable the car to drive on three wheels if one tire is flat. The suspension is derived from the Hydropneumatic suspension used in the 1950s Citroën DS. Variations in height using the Hydractive suspension range up to 15 mm (0.6 in) in the front and 11 mm (0.4 in) in the back.

Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	Top speed	0-62.5 mph (100 km/h)
1.8 L EW7 I4	1749 cc (106 in³)	115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 5500 rpm	160 N·m (120 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm	122 mph (196 km/h)	11.1
1.8 L EW7 I4 with automatic	1749 cc (106 in³)	115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 5500 rpm	160 N·m (120 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm	122 mph (196 km/h)	11.3
2.0 L EW10 I4	1997 cc (121 in³)	136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 6000 rpm	190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @ 4100 rpm	129 mph (208 km/h)	9.8
2.0 L EW10 I4 HPI	1997 cc (121 in³)	140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 6000 rpm	192 N·m (142 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm	130 mph (209 km/h)	9.6
2.0 L EW10 I4 VVT	1997 cc (121 in³)	140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 6000 rpm	200 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm	130 mph (210 km/h)	9.1
3.0 L ES9 V6	2946 cc (179 in³)	207 PS (152 kW; 204 hp) @ 6000 rpm	285 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm	144 mph (232 km/h)	9.7
3.0 L ES9 V6 VVT	2946 cc (179 in³)	211 hp (155 kW)		143 mph (230 km/h)	8.6
1.6 L DV6 HDi diesel I4	1560 cc (95 in³)	109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 4000 rpm	240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1750 rpm	118 mph (190 km/h)	11.3
2.0 L DW10 HDi diesel I4	1997 cc (121 in³)	90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @ 4000 rpm	205 N·m (151 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm	112 mph (180 km/h)	13.1
2.0 L DW10 HDi diesel I4	1997 cc (121 in³)	109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 4000 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1750 rpm	119 mph (192 km/h)	11.3
2.0 L DW10 HDi diesel I4	1997 cc (121 in³)	136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 4000 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm	127 mph (204 km/h)	9.8
2.2 L DW12 HDi diesel I4	2179 cc (132 in³)	133 PS (98 kW; 131 hp) @ 4000 rpm	314 N·m (232 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm
2.2 L DW12 HDi diesel I4	2179 cc (132 in³)	170 PS (130 kW; 170 hp) @ 4000 rpm	400 N·m (300 lb·ft) @ 1750 rpm

Second generation (2008–present)

Second generation

Manufacturer	Citroën
Production	2008–present
Body style	4-door saloon 5-door estate
Engine	1.8 L I4 2.0 L I4 1.6 L I4 3.0 L V6 1.6 L diesel I4 2.0 L diesel I4 2.0 L diesel I4 2.2 L diesel I4 2.7 L diesel V6 3.0 L diesel V6
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual 6-speed sequential auto-adaptive automatic
Wheelbase	110.8 in (2,814 mm)
Length	188.1 in (4,778 mm) (saloon) 190.1 in (4,829 mm) (estate)
Width	72.9 in (1,852 mm)
Height	57.3 in (1,455 mm) (saloon) 57.9 in (1,471 mm) (estate)
Related	Peugeot 508
Designer	Domagoj Djukec

The second generation C5 was officially unveiled in October 2007 and does not retain the hatchback body style, instead being a regular, three box saloon of an aerodynamic shape. However, this second generation is often criticised, especially by core Citroën fans, for its German-like exterior design, which makes it look more like a German saloon, than a French one. The estate version was released in May 2008, and receives the name of Tourer. This C5 won 2009 Semperit Irish Car of the Year as well as being awarded 2008-09 Japan's Import Car of the Year.

The second generation is available with conventional springs as well as the hydropneumatic suspension and 2.7L Ford AJD-V6/PSA DT17 engine from the Citroën C6. In 2009 the 2.7L was replaced by an updated 3.0L unit which, despite offering more power, has improved fuel consumption and emissions.^[1] In 2010 the 2.0L HDi 140 and the 2.2L HDi 173 engines were replaced by the 2.0L HDi 160 engine mated to a 6 speed automatic or manual transmissions to comply with the Euro 5. Similarly, the 2.0L 16V 143 bhp petrol engine was replaced by the 1.6L THP 155 from the DS3 mated to a six speed manual transmission.

In 2011, the C5 was given a mild facelift with a few cosmetic changes such as LED lights. Three engines were added to the range consisting of two diesels - 2.0 HDI 140 and a 2.2 HDI 200 as well as a petrol engine - 1.6 VTI 120.

E-Touch

Comprising a package of services including the emergency and assistance calls, Citroen eTouch also proposes a virtual maintenance manual and an Eco-Driving service accessible via the MyCitroen personal area on the web. For calls, Citroen eTouch works completely independently. The system is equipped with a GPS module and a SIM card, with no need for a call plan and unlimited over time. The vehicles features two buttons, "SOS" for emergency calls (the call is also triggered automatically in the event of impact) and "Double Chevron" for assistance calls. The emergency call gets emergency services to customers faster, for accident victims and bystanders alike. The two services are free and available at any time.

Engine	Displacement	Power	Top speed	0-62 mph (0–100 km/h)	Economy (liters/100 km)	CO2 Emissions (g/BIK)[clarification needed]
1.8 L I4	1749 cc	125 bhp (93 kW; 127 PS)	125 mph (201 km/h)	11.0	6.57	188/24%
1.6 L I4	1598 cc	120 bhp (89 kW; 122 PS)	117 mph (188 km/h)	12.2	6.2	144/%
2.0 L I4	1997 cc	140 bhp (104 kW; 142 PS)	129 mph (208 km/h)	9.7	7.00	198/26%
1.6 L I4	1598 cc	154 bhp (115 kW; 156 PS)	130 mph (210 km/h)	8.6	6.69	153/?%
3.0 L V6	2946 cc	211 bhp (157 kW; 214 PS)	139 mph (224 km/h)	9.2	10.50	248/?%
1.6 L diesel I4	1560 cc	109 bhp (81 kW; 111 PS)	119 mph (192 km/h)	12.2	4.67	149/19%
1.6 L diesel I4	1560 cc	109 bhp (81 kW; 111 PS)	120 mph (190 km/h)	11.6	4.6	120?%
2.0 L diesel I4	1997 cc	136 bhp (101 kW; 138 PS)	127 mph (204 km/h)	10.6	4.99	157/21%
2.0 L diesel I4	1997 cc	140 bhp (104 kW; 142 PS)	127 mph (204 km/h)	10.6	5.7	139/?%
2.2 L diesel I4	1997 cc	200 bhp (149 kW; 203 PS)	140 mph (230 km/h)	8.3	5.9	155?%
2.0 L diesel I4	1997 cc	161 bhp (120 kW; 163 PS)	130 mph (210 km/h)	9.1	5.29	139/?%
2.2 L diesel I4	2179 cc	170 bhp (127 kW; 172 PS)	135 mph (217 km/h)	9.2	5.41	172/24%
2.7 L diesel V6	2679 cc	208 bhp (155 kW; 211 PS)	139 mph (224 km/h)	8.9	7.00	223/34%
3.0 L diesel V6	2992 cc	240 bhp (179 kW; 243 PS)	151 mph (243 km/h)	7.7	6.19	195/30%

Gallery

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  Citroën C-Airscape, derived from the second generation C5

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  Second generation Citroën C5 Saloon rear

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  Second generation Citroën C5 Tourer rear

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  Interior

References

1. ^ "'Citroën C5 Saloon (08 on)': Facts and figures". Bauer Automotive Limited. http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/specs/summary.aspx?model=1688&page=3. Retrieved 2009-12-28. 

External links

• C5 at Citroënët
• Official UK C5 microsite
• Official C5 fan club
• Citroen C5 review