Citroën C4 Hatchback 1.2 PureTech [130] Sense Plus 5dr Owner Review

1.2 PureTech [130] Sense Plus 5dr
Citroen C4 (2021)

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Overall, I'm pleased with the car, but there are a couple of things that bug me.
The dashboard is pathetic. The digital speedo and rev counter are tiny, for no apparent reason. Definitely the poorest dash I've driven. The heads up display is clear, but personally I find it slightly obstructs a clear view of the road.
There is no rear screen wiper. Not a major issue, and not yet driven the car through winter when the weather is at its worse.
Ignition is by key on this Sense Plus model, but I really can't believe the keyless system is any more expensive to build. Not an issue really.
No spare wheel, no surprise there. I managed to buy a 2nd hand full size wheel & tyre. This will sit in the wheel bay in the boot, but means the boot tray has to sit in its higher position. I believe using a Space Saver wheel will allow the tray to also sit in the lower position.
Suspension is quite bouncy due to the extra height. I live in a rural area where potholes abound, and it can feel just slightly bouncy castle over rough roads.
Comfort is good and space is well designed for the size of the car.
Power steering is very progressive. A child can turn the wheel with one finger at slow speeds, and it seriously stiffens up as speed increases.
The 1.2 turbo petrol engine is surprisingly pokey, although yet to drive with a full load up steep gradients.
Overall pleased, but in retrospect would have considered a higher spec.

  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Meets Expectations: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Roger Whittingham recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Petrol
  • When purchased May 2023
  • Condition when bought Used
  • Current Mileage 3,000 miles
  • Average MPG 45 mpg