Citroën C5 Saloon (08 on) - Review Review by Dan Harrison on 21 April 2008 Last Updated: 27 November 2008 This handsome C5 is a vast improvement on the last car to wear the badge. It's far more sophisticated with a high quality interior, a sharper exterior design and much better build quality. Another change is that this car is a saloon, whereas the old car was a hatchback. It means that it has a more upmarket image, though at the price of practicality. Although this is an all new car, it still carries over some of the old C5's core strengths: excellent diesel engines, good levels of equipment and excellent comfort. Crucially, it's now good enough to be a realistic alternative to models like the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia. 4 out of 5 Other Citroën reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Safety The C5 gets a five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating. It's a top score, although anything less than five stars would now be considered poor for this type of car. Up to nine airbags can be fitted, with seven (dual front, side and curtain) standard. There are three child seat anchor points (two in the back and one for the front passenger seat), an electronic stability programme and ABD with electronic brakeforce distribution. On the security side, there's an alarm, deadlocks and laminated glass to help prevent break-ins. Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info Adult Occupant Rating 5 out of 5 Child Protection Rating 4 out of 5 Pedestrian Test Rating 2 out of 5 3.5 out of 5 Reliability The original C5 launched in 2001 did not have a good reputation for reliability. A significant facelift in 2004 brought improvements in build quality, but overall it lagged behind the competition. The latest version feels much better built, uses proven diesel engines and is far better trimmed inside. This should translate into improved reliability, though time will tell if this is actually the case. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox No problems reported. Other No problems reported. Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Citroën C5 cars for sale We have 150 models like this for sale. Find Citroën C5 cars for sale Previous: Costs Next: Buying & Selling