For Even though this is the most basic trim, it still has six airbags, stability control, air-con and cruise control. The engine has a decent turn of speed, even though it's the least powerful model in the range.

Against Decent though the pace is, you may find you need a stronger model, while the extras on VTR+ trim are certainly attractive.

Citroën C4 Hatchback

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

The low price and good economy look attractive, but we'd recommend going for a model with a stronger engine if you can.

What Car? readers say

4.5


Key facts

0–60mph
12.9 secs
Top speed
112 mph
Average mpg
67.3
Tank range
888 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

This latest Citroen C4 is actually a comprehensive rework of the previous one. It is based on the same platform, for instance, and there's no increase in wheelbase, so it continues to be merely average for rear legroom, although it is taller and wider, so there's a bit more rear headroom and access is easier.

The three-door model, or coupe as Citroen called it, has been dropped. However, there are some innovative and unique-to-the-class safety and information technologies on offer, and the emphasis is very much on comfort in the way the C4 drives – although that means it probably won't win over any enthusiast drivers.

The engine range has been expanded, though, and there's a version called e-HDi with CO2 emissions of 109g/km that might entice business users. This will fall to 99g/km in 2012.

Even so, the Citroen C4 is quite pricey alongside other compact hatches, so Citroen will need to work hard to improve the previously woeful resale values.

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