Overview of the car Citroen DS-4

The car Citroen DS-4, the photo of which is located below, in fact, is a premium version of the model "S-4". The prototype of the novelty debuted in 2010 as part of an international exhibition in Geneva under the name High Rider. Serial version of the car, although not so exotic, but still can boast a pronounced personality.

Short story

Few people know that the marking "DS" for cars of this line was first used in 1955, during the car dealership in Paris. It comes from the French word Deesse, which in Russian means "goddess." Then the entire automotive world was simply shocked by the modern appearance and characteristics of the model. Not surprisingly, already for the first day of the exhibition the French developers received about 12 thousand orders for the car. During the week their number increased to 80 thousand.

After in 1962 such a car, transporting the President of the country Charles de Gaulle, managed to withstand under shelling and hide from the people who attempted his life, the second round of her popularity came. Manufacturers have combined in the line all of their advanced technologies, including excellent aerodynamics, full hydropneumatic suspension and front-wheel drive. Moreover, exclusive exclusive materials were used during the assembly. Up to now, all the progressive developments of the French company are first applied in the DS line, and only then are installed on other models. Did not become an exception and Citroen DS-4. Experts' comments indicate that the latest version of the car far ahead of its time. More details about it will be discussed later.

general description

Initially, the novelty was to be built in the form of a classic coupe. However, after some marketing research, the developers decided to install two more doors. The clearance of the model is 170 millimeters, which gives the impression that the Citroen DS-4 is a real crossover with increased cross-country capability. The dynamic window line goes beyond the fifth door. It should be noted and the fact that the developers have equipped the car with alloy wheels with original 18-inch wheels. They do not forget about the spoiler, which gives the novelty of sportiness.

Salon

A real designer masterpiece can also be called the Citroen DS-4 salon. Reviews of the owners of the car show that even when you first get inside, you get the impression that you are in something more than just in the car. And it's true, every element, line and trifle of the interior is well thought out. Unlike many other manufacturers, French designers did not follow the way of unifying internal parts and using them on all their models. At the same time, one can not fail to note the nuance that there are some defects here. For example, this applies not to the opening rear windows, as well as the rear doors, in the openings which can easily enter unless the child. Yes, and places on the couch is not so much. Whatever it was, do not forget that the Citroen DS-4 was originally planned as a sports coupe.

Frontal panoramic glass deserves a separate positive exclamations. It is installed with a slight overlap on the ceiling, in this connection, passengers may think that they are traveling on the bow of the ship. In addition, it has excellent visibility.

Trunk

The volume of the luggage compartment is 370 liters. This is slightly less than the car's kind - the C4 model. At the same time, if necessary, the rear sofa can be folded, resulting in a useful space of up to 1021 liters. Such an indicator can not be called impressive. However, as practice shows, it is quite enough for most life situations.

Main characteristics

As a basic power plant in the model "Citroen DS-4" uses a two-liter diesel engine, capable of developing a power of 163 horsepower. The size of its fuel consumption on the highway, in the city and in the mixed cycle, respectively, is 4.7, 7.4 and 5.7 liters. As for the transmission, this motor functions in a complex sequential adaptive "automatic" six stages. The choice of the buyer also offers three options for petrol powerplants, as well as a five- and six- speed manual gearbox. All engines of the line consist of four, row-located cylinders.

conclusions

In summary, we can not fail to mention the cost of the Citroen DS-4 model. The price of the car in the salons of domestic dealers is about 32 thousand dollars. Discarding all prejudices and evaluating the result of the work of French developers, it can be called quite adequate. Even in the basic equipment of the machine there is no need to order any additional options. The main advantages of the car - it's a fast and reliable engine, exterior and interior. Moreover, the sensation from the management of the Citroen DS-4, as evidenced by the reviews of its owners and experts, is no worse than driving a more expensive car.