Citroen C3 five-door hatchback is a new entry in the segment crowded small car, and one that comes with a great reputation from abroad. C3 won the car---year prices in Europe and was voted the "world's most beautiful little car". C3 rates towards the top of his class on the safety of the vehicle, with good quality, immobiliser, central locking device and remote control HF transponder and a feature that automatically relocks vehicle if it is left unlocked. The C3 baggage area is relatively deep but it is not very long. The backrest is divided into a 60/40 split, but the cushion fold, leaving a step-up in the load. Engine 1,4 litres meagre output becomes apparent when you head the manual C3 up to a few hills, and it soon becomes necessary to change to the lower gear to sustain the momentum.
1.6 Litre version of arrival will be welcome for performance increase, as it will lead, but probably not as economical as frugal 1,4 litres. Our test results put 1,4 litres C3 in fifth place on the list of the most economic performer in the NRMA tests and third on the two hybrid vehicles which currently occupy the first and third spots are discounted ...
Citroen C3 is total, an attractive new entry into the small car market, which is easy to drive and handle and well specified in the areas of safety, security and convenience. C3 also very good prices on roadholding and steering qualities, and with some extra force (for example, will be available in the upcoming 1.6 litre version) would be quite a fun little car to drive. However, without a doubt, 1.6 litre model is more expensive and probably not as economical as a 1.4 litre car.
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