Citroën C4 Coupé (04-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 22 April 2009
With radical and stylish looks, the C4 Coupe is one of the most individual hatchbacks around. It's even more distinctive than the five-door C4, thanks mainly to the angular rear end and unusual tailgate design. The interior is equally as modern, complete with a translucent central speed display. However, quality is lacking and the cabin isn't especially well put together, while many of the materials feel cheap. It's let down by the handling too - while the ride quality is excellent, the steering is over-assisted and the C4 doesn't feel composed at quicker speeds. On the plus side it does come well equipped and represents good value for money. In September 2008 the model was facelifted with a sharper front end, upgraded cabin and more efficient engines.
3 out of 5

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Stylish and eye-catching design, unique interior, well equipped

Doesn’t offer the same polished drive as rivals, cheap feeling interior, slack gearchange

With radical and stylish looks, the C4 Coupe is one of the most individual hatchbacks around. It's even more distinctive than the five-door C4, thanks mainly to the angular rear end and unusual tailgate design. The interior is equally as modern, complete with a translucent central speed display. However, quality is lacking and the cabin isn't especially well put together, while many of the materials feel cheap. It's let down by the handling too - while the ride quality is excellent, the steering is over-assisted and the C4 doesn't feel composed at quicker speeds. On the plus side it does come well equipped and represents good value for money. In September 2008 the model was facelifted with a sharper front end, upgraded cabin and more efficient engines.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3.5 out of 5

    "The Coupe's engine line-up has four petrols - 1.4-litre, 1.6-litre and a 2.0-litre in two different..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "Although the C4 Coupe lacks the sure-footed feel of the Focus, it is better than the Peugeot 307,..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "This is probably the C4's main strength. The broad seats are comfortable and visibility is excellent..."

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

    "There's a decent-sized boot with 314 litres of space - that's only a few litres smaller than the..."

  • Equipment

    4.5 out of 5

    "The entry-level VT has a multi-functional steering wheel, translucent digital display, cruise..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3 out of 5

    "The minimal layout and smooth dashboard look good – as does the high mounted LCD instrument display..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

    "Citroens have a reputation for suffering harsh depreciation and the C4 is no better. Insurance..."

  • Green credentials

    4 out of 5

    "The C4 Coupe scores very well on the eco front with the greenest engine the 1.6-litre HDi with..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4 out of 5

    "The C4 was awarded the maximum five-star score from crash-test experts Euro NCAP, which puts it at..."

  • Reliability

    2 out of 5

    "This hasn't previously been one of Citroën's strongest areas and the low rent feel of the interior,..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    3 out of 5

    "Citroen is shying away from the cashback deals on new cars that it has become so well known. However..."

  • Buying used

    4 out of 5

    "If you're after a diesel, try and find a car that was registered after January 2007. The lower power..."

  • Selling

    3 out of 5

    "The C4 doesn't hold it's value as well as rivals but diesel models will fare better than petrols."

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