Citroën has unveiled its new C5 X flagship, which adds a new dimension to the large car segment with its bold and original design. Citroen C5 X combines the elegance and comfort of a saloon with the space and versatility of an estate. Available with both plug-in hybrid and petrol powertrains, C5 X exceeds the high expectations for customers in both the large car and SUV segments. Tech includes the Extended Head Up Display, as well as a range of driving assistance features, such as Highway Driver Assist. Furthermore, there’s a new infotainment interface that features a large central 12″ high definition touch screen, natural voice recognition and a customisable display with widgets. Inside, its lounge-like interior space, the sumptuousness of its Advanced Comfort seats and the meticulous detailed finish make the all-new C5 X a pleasure to travel in, while the 545 litre capacity boot offers all the space of a traditional estate car. The feeling of serenity on board is further enhanced by the plug-in hybrid version, which brings in the brand’s ë-Comfort element, with near-silent driving in electric mode.
Compared to traditional large car rivals, new Citroën C5 X delivers surprise and excitement at first sight. Inspired by the CXperience Concept that was unveiled at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. New C5 X’s bold and unique design immediately identifies it as Citroën’s new flagship model. With a particular emphasis placed on aerodynamics, New C5 X is as efficient as it is attractive. Its long bonnet, fluid lines, high waistline and distinctive kick above the rear wheels bring distinction and dynamism, as well as providing a strong visual link to Citroen’s rich history of flagship models, including CX. New Citroën C5 X offers generous exterior dimensions, with a length of 4,805 mm, a width of 1,865 mm and a height of 1,485 mm, placing it at the heart of the D-segment. A long wheelbase of 2,785 mm translates into outstanding legroom for rear seat passengers, further enhancing New C5 X’s class-leading comfort. Its tailgate, another distinctive feature of Citroën’s large cars, offers all the practicality of an estate car, with a wide opening and a low loading sill for easy, practical everyday use.
New Citroën C5 X’s advanced 225hp plug-in powertrain is ready for anything. Delivering the pleasure of silent start-up, operation and zero-emissions motoring at speeds of up to 84mph, it also offers an electric range of up 31 miles (WLTP) in zero-emissions electric mode, a distance that meets the majority of users’ daily needs. It’s therefore possible to spend a whole week without using the internal combustion engine while making your usual journeys, recharging the vehicle as required when at home, at work or at a public charging point. When you need to travel further afield, such as for long weekends away or holidays, the economical and efficient petrol engine is able take over, meaning journeys can be completed without the need to recharge. New C5 X Plug-in Hybrid is a modern and high-tech electric mobility vehicle that offers comfort and versatility of use. The embodiment of Citroen’s ë-Comfort mobility, it keeps the driver and passengers perfectly insulated from the road and the outside world.
New Citroën C5 X utilises state-of-the-art technologies to make travel more relaxed, safer and even more fun, as well as innovating in a way that’s as spectacular as it is useful. New C5 X also introduces Citroën’s most advanced infotainment interface, which has a particular focus on connectivity. Featuring a 12″ high-definition touch screen, four USB sockets and wireless smartphone charging, it can also be updated in real time via the Cloud and can Mirror Screen smartphone displays without the need to plug them in. For example, the Extended Head Up Display features a large-scale, full colour, projection onto the windscreen, making it a first step towards augmented reality. An immersive technology that was shown in the 19_19 Concept, it provides a more serene and relaxed driving experience as drivers no longer need to take their eyes off the road to get the information they want, from the speedometer, navigation instruction and phone calls. The design of its interface has been heavily influenced by the latest tablet technology, which means the settings, display preferences and widgets on the home screen can all be quickly and easily customised.
New Citroën C5 X is also at the cutting edge of technology in the field of driving assistance systems, thanks to its use of various advanced devices installed all around the vehicle, including radar and numerous cameras and sensors. Other features that make driving easier and stress-free include long range Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert, which detects a danger when reversing. Also available is the Top 360 Vision Surround View Camera technology that makes manoeuvring easier by displaying an overview of the outside environment on the touchscreen. Proximity hands-free access and start is also available, automatically locking and unlocking the doors when the driver approaches or leaves the vehicle. With its Highway Driver Assist, new C5 X offers the best in semi-autonomous level 2 driving. By combining Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Lane Keeping Assist, the driver no longer needs to manage speed or trajectory as the vehicle takes care of all these functions. New Citroën C5 X, available with petrol and plug-in hybrid engines, will be on sale in the UK in late 2021.
