New Citroen C4 Aircross

Citroën kembali mengeluarkan mobil terbaru. mobil SUV ini disebut C4 Aircross. Sebelumnya, Citroën sudah punya C, C4 Picasso dan Grand C4 Picasso. Menurut.

C4 Aircross adalah varian terbaru dari keluarga C4 yang mnempunyai ukuran kompak, panjang 4.340 mm, lebar 1.800 mm dan tinggi 1.630 mm. Dirancang dengan menggabungkan ketangguhan kendaraan off-road dan kenyamanan sedan. Penampilan C4 Aircross sangat menarik karena dilengkapi dengan atap panoramik dan d lampu LED yang disusun vertikal paa kedua sisi bemper depan.

Mesin dan Transmisi

Untuk memindahkan tenaga mesin ke roda, ada dua sistem penggerak, yaitu 2-roda dan 4-roda atau tergantung pada mesin yang dipilih. Sedangkan mesin, disediakan pilihan  bensin 1.6 liter 114 PS dan diesel 110 PS. Juga ada mesin diesel 1.8 liter 150 PS dan 2.0 liter untuk konsumen di luar Eropa. Sedangkan transmisi, manual 5-percepatan dan CVT.

Dengan sistem pemindah tenaga empat roda generasi terakhir, pengedalian C4 Aircross diklaim lebih mantap menerobos berbagai kondisi medan. Pemilihan mode 4-roda atau 2-roda bisa dilakukan melalui satu tombol yang ditempakan di belakang tuas tansmisi. Pengemudi tinggal memilih mode transmisi secara manual sesuai dengan kebutuhan.

Gerak 2-roda, dirancang untuk pengemudi yang ingin mengirit konsumsi bahan bakar. Sedangkan gerak 4-roda, torsi akan distribusikan ke seluruh roda. Juga bisa menggunakan modelock, saat berusaha keluar dari medan off-road yang berat.

Penampilan C4 Aircross ini makin khas dan stylish dengan velg 19 inci, hasil rancang ulang dari konsep Hypnos. Perlengkapan yang disertakan untuk membantu kerja pengemudi adalah navigasi GPS layar sentuh, kamera mundur, USB dan Bluetooth. SUV, rencananya mulaidipasarkan pada semester pertama 2012.

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Frankfurt - BMW Seri-5 dan Citroen DS3 Menjadi Idaman Wanita

Dari ratusan model mobil yang terpajang di Frankfurt Motor Show, Jerman, ternyata BMW Seri-5 dan Citroen DS3 paling diminati oleh kaum hawa. Tak pelak, keduanya dinobatkan sebagai Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) 2011 melalui hasil voting oleh 14 juri yang berprofesi wartawan otomotif dan berasal dari 8 negara.

Kedua mobil tersebut terpilih setelah memenuhi 10 kriteria yang ditentukan kaum wanita. Dalam penilaian yang diutamakan bukan kecepatan, torsi, dan akselerasi, tapi meliputi  ramah terhadap anak, keamanan, aura sex (Sex appeal), bernilai ekonomis, estetika, warna, mudah dikemudikan, ruang penyimpanan dan jejak lingkungan yang baik.

Nah, Citroen DS3 berhasil meraih mobil predikat sebagai mobil paling ekonomis mengungguli MINI One Diesel, sedangkan BMW Seri 5 mengalahkan Jaguar XJ dalam segmen mobil mewah versi WWCOTY.

Kategori lain, Volvo S60 dinobatkan sebagai mobil keluarga terbaik di atas Kia Sportage, Aston Martin Rapide meraih mobil sport terbaik unggul dari Audi TT. Sedangkan mobil paling ramah lingkungan diraih Audi A1 mengalahkan Honda CR-Z.

"Penghargaan ini cukup unik bagi dunia dan terus mendapatkan pengakuan. Kami memulai pemilihan ini sejak 2009 dan ini mencerminkan pentingnya sudut pandang wanita di industri otomotif," ujar Ketua Juri WWCOTY Sanfy Myhre, dalam situs resminya womensworldcoty.com.

Grant Thornton - lembaga auditor yang ditunjuk menghitung hasil voting - menyatakan, dari setiap kategori bisa ditentukan siapa pemenangnya. Tapi dari nilai keseluruhan, BMW Seri 5 dengan Citroen DS3 sudah unggul jauh. "Setiap juri menilai berdasarkan keahliannya masing-masing dan tentu tak ada rekayasa di sini. Tapi, ini menunjukkan demokrasi dan salah satu ciri sistem voting (yang memungkinkan ada dua pemenang)," beber Paul McCormick, Direktur Grant Thornton.

Sementara itu, Sanfy Myhre yang berasal dari Selandia Baru menambahkan, tahun depan akan ada tambahan dua kursi juri, termasuk jurnalis Australia. Meski tak dijelaskan secara spesifik mengapa dua mobil utama itu terpilih menjadi yang terbaik, tapi melihat dari sudut pandang wanita, ada benarnya juga. Setuju?

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New MPV Car,Citroen C3 Picasso

Here is a compact MPV version from Citroen called as C2 Picasso. The exterior of this elegance car is defined by bold character. The interior is designed for giving coziness to the passenger by presenting high – set seating. The improved visibility on this C2 Picasso is achieved by modular design. The widescreen in 3 parts is presented to give side angle sight to the passenger. This MPV from Citroen will adopt some engine version such as the VTi 95 and VTi 120 (gasoline) plus the HDi 90 and HDi 110 DPFS (diesel). At 2009 this MPV C3 Picasso has made its first sale.

Based on opinion of Citroën’s designers have “played off the opposing qualities of round vs. square, strength vs. charm, modernity vs. retro, and large volume vs. flowing lines to design a vehicle with breakthrough styling and an appealing, impish personality.”. Let’s see some image previews below.

Design Concept of Citroën C-SportLounge

Citroën C-SportLounge looks so alive with vivid yellow color on its exterior. This sport car concept was unveiled at 2005 in Frankfurt Motor Show. This car variant is a symbol of Citroën grand touring car. 2011 Citroën DS5 has adopted some design character of this Citroën C-SportLounge Concept such as clear-cut and elongated headlight as well as tail light, elongated roofline and also silhouette. The car interior in retro – futuristic style and clean exterior surface also the rear – hinged back door interprets the unusual character of C-SportLounge concept car.

Official Press Release:

The new C-SportLounge concept car, which stands out with its evocative name and distinctive body style, features powerful, aerodynamic exterior lines and a cockpit-inspired interior designed for the pleasure of the driver and the well-being of the three passengers. The C-SportLounge combines dynamic character with high levels of onboard quality.

The wide tracks and curved flanks of the C-SportLounge convey a sense of power, while the flowing lines and elongated roof optimise aerodynamics, a Citroën speciality. Special care was taken with the air flow, resulting in a drag coefficient of just 0.26.

The determined look of the front end is emphasised by the broadened air intake and elongated, clearcut headlamps.

The large windscreen placed well to the front rises high and melds into the sunroof in a single unbroken line, offering a broad glass surface, enhancing visibility and letting in maximum light.

The luxurious interior of the C-SportLounge, designed to seat four adults comfortably, expresses the grand touring spirit of this concept car.

The on-board ambience is a harmonious mix of noble, dense, worked materials and more mechanical styling for the driving position.

With reverse-opening doors at the rear, the C-SportLounge offers unexpected accessibility for a vehicle of this type. Long-distance journeys can be approached serenely thanks to more than generous boot space.

The driving position was inspired by aviation design and dictated by driving pleasure. Driver and passengers alike will feel like they are in an aeroplane cockpit.

This impression is heightened by the special treatment and location of the analogue instruments. The semi-raised driving position boosts driving sensations while enhancing comfort and safety.

The driver’s seat and central console are all of one piece, so that the automatic gearbox and climate controls remain within reach, regardless of the driver’s chosen seat length adjustment. The interior has been designed to let the driver concentrate on the road: the steering wheel has fixed central controls and gear-changing paddles.

Citroën C4 2nd generation

The 2^nd generation of Citroën C4 variant has been released. On this new C4 version, the sculpted exterior has been combined with eco friendly features. This C$ variant had made its debut at Paris Motor Show which was held in 2010, and in this year, this new minivan version will be ready on the market. This minivan variant is presented in 4.33 m long, 1.79 m wide and 1.49 m high, so that compared with its predecessor, this new car version is bigger, precisely 5 cm longer, 2 cm wider and 3 cm taller. For more detail, please read at the official press release below:

At 4.33m long, 1.79m wide and 1.49m high, the New C4 is 5cm longer, 2cm wider and 3cm taller than the current model. Defined and flowing surfaces, such as the purposeful front end and rear spoiler, hint at the model’s optimised aerodynamics.

“The tasteful addition of chrome detailing combines with the dynamic headlight styling and sculpted alloy wheels to give the new model a premium presence.”

The new driver-oriented cabin features an improved acoustic comfort and soundproofing.  The 408-liter luggage compartment is the biggest in its class, with square dimensions and a lower sill for esy loading operations. The interface can be customized to suit individual requirements with users able to adjust the colour of the instrument display, select their own ‘polyphonic’ sound alerts.

At launch the range of availalable engines will include three gasoline units – 4 cylinders and power outputs from 92 and 15 hp – and three diesel units – two 1.6 HDi and the 2.0 liter HDi, with power outputs ranging from 90 and 150 hp.

Newly introduced features include a new blind-spot monitoring system, a cornering light function, cruise control and speed-limiter with road speed memory settings, and an innovative new service called eTouch.

Among the other electronic controls and functions are the EGS (Electronic Gearbox System), hill start assist, automatic electric parking brake, Lane Departure Warning System and Xenon dual-function directional headlamps,

As well as offering on-board emergency assistance, Citroën’s eTouch system enables drivers to monitor their driving patterns and fuel consumption, and receive advice on how to improve their fuel economy.

The system also allows drivers to consult their vehicle’s technical status and monitor any necessary maintenance or servicing requirements.

The New C4 will be available with the new micro-hybrid e-HDi powertrains, which feature a Stop & Start system that helps deliver CO2 emissions as low as 109g/km at launch – and 99g/km on future models.

Michelin Energy™ Saver tyres are also specified to help achieve these low emissions and to boost fuel economy.

The control of the car’s overall weight – in spite of the increased dimensions and added equipment – has been achieved using new technologies, such as laser welding, in the model’s construction.

The use of 15% ‘green’ materials – for example, re-cycled polyamide components – also enhances New C4’s environmental credentials.

The New C4 will be presented at the Paris Motor Show in September and will be launched early in 2011.

Citroën DS4

Citroën DS4 is a second version of DS line.“The most beautiful car of the year” is what the people call for this Citroën DS4. The design of this Citroën DS4 car looks quite elegance, it combines refinement and elegance aspect as well as the aesthetical robustness. The protection is one of element on this new Citroën DS4. So the result is“raised 4-door coupé” layout. The luxurious appearance of Citroën DS4 is created from perfect combination between its materials and color shade, which take inspirations from several objects such as jewelry, haute couture, leatherwork and clock – making.  The refined detail on this new Citroën DS4 product is intended to attract female customer. Overall the design of Citroën DS4 says French style blended with typical elements of Italian and German car. Check it out at the gallery image below

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