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2012 Citroen DS4 Review

Citroen has released the first details for the new Citroën DS4, unique and fascinating combination of creativity, dynamism, exclusivity and versatility. DS4 is a different model from the typical style Citroen DS.

Citroën DS4 offers a tantalizing mixture of codes of high-end design and a bold approach to style car, with an emphasis on driving pleasure and advanced vehicle architecture. DS4 is a model with a wealth of talent, no effort to respond to a wide range of needs of owners, while maintaining the appeal and vitality of the driving experience.

Citroën DS4 combines elegance and sophistication with a dynamic coupé body, creates exceptional versatility and daily practices in a compact design - 4.27m (L), 1.81m (w) and 1.53 m (h).

Citroën DS4 has a new "at-the-wheel" experience is unparalleled driving experience and excellent agility on the road holding. Its slightly elevated position, and taut lines, Citroën DS4 is unique and attractive addition to the segment.

Finely designed to convey a prestigious presence both inside and outside, Citroën DS4 offers meticulous detail of the hand carefully applied chrome on the upper cabin materials - as the best quality leather seats. A large panoramic windscreen, which provides better visibility of the occupants, said driver-focused cockpit, creating a bright and welcoming.
 


Combining style two-door coupe with two practices Citroën DS4 offers three real seats at the back, accessible by hidden doors with handles that are perfectly integrated into the flowing lines of the body. Citroën DS4 also benefits from a spacious 370-liter boot and a host of clever storage solutions.

Citroën DS4 comes with a choice of five engines refined and efficient - two HDi diesel engines and three petrol engines.

All engines provide an effective combination of performance - including a new Citroën to 200hp petrol unit - and environmentally friendly cars. Citroën HDi new e-communications such as the provision of improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions.

Citroën DS4 will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show 2010 and is expected to be sold later in 2011.

A unique style

An example of a very creative design, Citroën DS4 boldly combines a mixture of references to the style of the more desirable to create a new and exciting proposal for the car. Marc Pinson, DS4 design chief, said: "reinterpret the indices opened up new possibilities, offering practical solutions and surprising mobility car."

Compact and muscular, the hood full of hitting the DS signature LED signs around the front. The LEDs are illuminated both day and night. Eye-catching profile, chrome around the windows with dark tinted life, increase muscular wheel arches - which highlight the large wheels (up to 19 ") -. And crowned with a roof designed with extended rear spoiler added to the bottom of the vitality Rear bumper finished in chrome and details of the horizontal taillamps are accented by the innovative boomerang design.
 


CUSTOM INTERIOR

As with the exterior is DS4 Citroën prestigious cabin breathing energy, dynamism and refinement. The driving position is enveloping surround with chrome spheres directly to the driver-oriented line of the eyes. The character, carved panel also uses high quality materials for a tactile sensation of superiority.

DS4 cabin is dominated by the large panoramic windscreen that extends back to the ceiling. With a maximum of 45 degrees upward vision, panoramic glass area combined with a slightly elevated Citroën DS4, optimized to provide visibility for the driver, with a bright and welcoming, spacious cabin environment for passengers .
 


Allowing owners to change the design, DS4 is available in a choice of five combinations of skin, even two-tone options. Top models are equipped with high quality leather dashboard and door panels - complete with "bracelet" design places, evoking link bracelets.

For an extra touch of luxury, there are details in chrome air vent surrounds, instrument panel, gear and parts of the center console. Aluminum pedals, leather handles and embossed the ambient light is further evidence of Citroën DS4 prime attention to detail.

NATURALLY dynamic and AGILE

The upper, the agile and muscular attitude, Citroën DS4 is tuned to the dynamic performance, appealing to search engine experienced drivers. "We want to hear that the drivers are on the tips of their fingers road," says Jérémie Maestracci, DS4 Project.

On the way, exercises control Citroën DS4 copies, giving residents a reassuring feeling of security in all conditions. Featuring a collection of pseudo-McPherson type front suspension, a torsion beam rear and hydraulic steering with an electric pump, the platform is a proven solution tailored to the unique development of the car.
 


Depending on trim level, the DS4 is equipped with a large diameter (340 mm), ventilated disc brakes as standard and a separate braking control systems such as ABS, electronic brake distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (EBA ). The objective is to optimize the control of the vehicle in driving situations, the Citroën DS4 is also a clever traction control ESP.

DS4 will be launched with a choice of five euros refined and highly efficient engines 5. The two HDi diesel engines - a 110 HDi (also available in e-HDi) and a 160 HDi - are both equipped with the Citroën particulate filter. The three gas stations - the VTi 120 and THP 155 THP 200 and the new - was developed in collaboration with BMW. The new THP 200 - based on the 1.6-liter engine - offers flexible power delivery and performance with its power (147kW), a lot of torque (275 nm at 1700 rpm) - with low CO2 emissions of just 149g / km. All engines are available with manual transmission or six-speed EGS.

Special attention was paid to the acoustics of the vehicle, whilst retaining the refined atmosphere on board with minimal engine vibration, wind and road noise. This was achieved by specifying a laminated windshield with a panoramic film damping, mounting additional hardware sound absorber around the engine compartment and improved body sealing barriers and doors.

EFFECTIVE Expert

Citroën DS4 was designed from the outset to reduce carbon dioxide emissions - particularly evident in its construction - the use of high quality components, an ecologically focused on the production and use of "green materials" - ". green materials" about 15% of 200kg of plastics used in vehicle DS4 is derived from
 


Citroën DS4 can be specified with Citroën e-micro-hybrid HDi technology, which is available at the launch of versions powered by HDi 110.

E HDi system includes:

economy HDi Euro 5 diesel power plant

a next-generation Stop & Start, which immediately turns off the engine when the car gets stuck (red lights, traffic jams).

a reversible alternator and second-generation e-reminder function that restarts the engine instantly (0.4 seconds)

an electronically controlled alternator that recovers energy during braking;

electronic transmission system (EGS), with optimized gear changes.
 


All necessary features like air conditioning radio, and management functions will remain in operation when the engine is stopped by the system. This innovative technology reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 15% in urban built.

DAY BY DAY FUN

Citroën compact exterior contrasts with a large walk-DS4 and luxuriously comfortable, easily accessible by the provision of car 2-door 2. To facilitate access to rear seats - is often considered a weak spot for some sports models - DS4 features fully integrated with the rear door handles hidden in the door frames.

Thanks to its optimized design, the front doors of Citroen DS4 became narrower and lighter, making them easier to open and close, providing access to the front.

Another advantage of the versatility and roominess are DS4 is 370 liters (VDA) start, equivalent in volume to many traditional salons.

Citroën DS4 also has many storage compartments for additional travel comfort, including a large glove box well lit, the door pockets big enough for bottles of 1.5 liters, and even a drawer under the front passenger seat. The intelligent architecture for high-level center console (available on models with EGS) also offers spacious storage areas. The most important of them - which is cool, informed and protected by a sliding cover - can accommodate up to four 50-oz bottles and houses a range of connectivity with an audio jack, a USB port and a 12 volts. The great room is located under the front armrest is also equipped with an additional power source.

CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIE-Board

In addition to its distinctive style and dynamic performance. Citroën DS4 stand full of "Creative Technology", the supply of equipment, functionality and innovative features for comfortable first class travel and ease of use features include an advanced software sound processing soundscaping effective provide high quality, authentic sound evenly throughout the cabin. To conduct the ultimate luxury, massage front seats are available with power adjustable lumbar support in the record front passenger and driver.
 


Another example of appropriate experience DS4, drivers can choose their own onboard atmosphere from four sets of polyphonic sounds - Classic, Crystal Symphony, Fantasy & Urban Jungle Rythmik - for warnings and reminders, choose from three levels Flow of Air Conditioning - mild, medium and intense, and choose from a variety of colors for the dash - from white to blue.

Drivers can access all key controls management and comfort - which are clearly visible and even backlit for night use - without taking your hands off the steering wheel.

For complete peace of mind is Citroën DS4 also features a variety of security technologies:

Citroen eTouch help system automatically or manually, make emergency calls, or assistance with a built-in SIM card, necessary for a rapid response to an accident or if the parking lot.

Front fog lamps with cornering light beam still further, which increases the visibility of speed - up to 75 ° left and right of the vehicle. Lights turn on automatically when the driver turns the wheel, or to show the angle greater than 60 °.
 


Blind Spot Information System - based on the same technology, reverse parking sensors - four ultrasonic sensors to warn the driver if the vehicle is in their blind spot (area covers about 5 meters behind the rear bumper, and 3.5 m on each side of the car). To help alert icon appears on the mirrors.

Cruise control with programmable speed limiter allows the driver to pre-series and cruise speed of greater safety and comfort of the open road.

First class service

Once launched, the DS4 will be available with customer service first class. FreeDrive Citroën, first introduced DS3 is a distinctive packaging for owners of Citroen DS4, providingcomplete peace of mind with a wide range of services that can be customized to meet specific customer needs. FreeDrive contracts can be adapted to meet:

Regular maintenance and annual

Periodic maintenance

Replacement of wear items

Citroën Assistance (road / home / Recovery / Onward Travel / Europe Cover)

replacement vehicle for regular maintenance, MOT Testing

Cleaning service during maintenance.
 


free disk also offers the optional covers tire replacement, a "Pick-up" service to the customer's home or workplace, or a "pick-up and delivery service."

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