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“Citroen C5 Aircross SUV PHV with EV mode of 55km…New improved model to be launched in Europe in June
225hp power for the entire PHV system

Suspension designed for “”magic carpet”” ride comfort

20 advanced driver assistance systems

Tuesday, June 14, 2022, 14:30
Citroën C5 Aircross SUV, the new and improved PHV

Citroen announced on June 7 that the Citroen C5 Aircross SUV plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV) will be launched in the European market in June. The base price in France is 40,950 euros (approximately 5.77 million yen), with the PHV accounting for 41% of the orders.

◆225hp power of the entire PHV system
The PHV powertrain consists of a direct-injection 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 180hp. The motor, which is laid out between the engine and the 8-speed AT, produces a maximum output of 110hp and a maximum torque of 32.6kgm, resulting in a total system power of 225hp. The battery is a lithium-ion with a storage capacity of 13.2 kWh, and is mounted under the rear seat floor.

The EV mode cruising range is set at a maximum of 55 km, with a maximum speed of 135 km/h. The battery can be recharged at a household outlet. The battery can be recharged in approximately 7 hours at a household power outlet (3.7 kW output). A 7.4 kW charger can be used to recharge the battery in approximately two hours.

When the car is running in EV mode, the blue lamps under the rear-view mirror light up. This blue light is visible from the outside and identifies the vehicle as running in EV mode. While driving in EV mode, a sound generator is activated at speeds below 30 km/h to alert pedestrians and cyclists of the vehicle’s approach.

◆Suspension designed for “”magic carpet”” ride comfort
Citroen is known for its hydraulic hydro suspension. The improved new model adopts the “”progressive hydraulic cushion””. In developing this system, 20 patents were applied for. According to Citroën, the company is pursuing a “”magic carpet”” ride that is both smooth and comfortable.

The progressive hydraulic cushion is a purely mechanical system with a secondary damper added to the regular damper structure. The secondary damper cylinder is located inside the damper cylinder and has multiple ports on the side. In the secondary cylinder, there is a secondary piston that matches the inside diameter of the cylinder, and as the stroke progresses, the secondary piston enters the cylinder and acts as a hydraulic stop in this position-sensitive damper.

This allows for a softer ride with less damping force in situations where the suspension moves small and fine, or where the suspension stroke speed is low. In situations where the suspension moves significantly, the damping force generated by the secondary piston and cylinder absorbs the impact.

◆20 advanced driving assist systems
Twenty of the latest advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for automatic driving are available. These include road sign recognition, active safety brakes, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function. Of these, the adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function detects a vehicle ahead and automatically maintains a safe distance until the vehicle comes to a stop.

Active lane keeping assist recognizes lane markings on the road. If the system detects a lane change without blinkers, it alerts the driver. If a vehicle is in the driver’s blind spot, the system warns the driver by flashing the lights on the door mirrors. When the Lane Departure Warning System is activated, force is applied to the steering wheel to avoid a collision.

Collision Risk Alert warns the driver of a potential collision with a vehicle in front at speeds of 30 km/h or more. Coffee Break Alert prompts the driver to take a break after two hours of driving at speeds above 70 km/h.

Highway Driver Assist combines adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and active lane departure warning systems to provide level 2 partially automated driving under certain driving conditions. Intelligent Beam Headlight assists safe driving at night by automatically switching between high and low beam settings.

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“Citroen C5 Aircross Gets a Bold New Look…Improved New Model to Go on Sale in Europe in June
New design language introduced for the front

New generation “”Advanced Comfort Seats
e-Toggle”” switch replaces conventional shift lever

Citroen announced on June 7 that it will launch the upgraded Citroen C5 Aircross SUV in the European market in June. The base price in the home country of France is announced to be 27,450 Euros (about 3.87 million yen).

◆New design language in the front
The Citroen C5 Aircross SUV, upgraded (European specifications)
A new design language was introduced to the front. Newly designed headlights, grille and bumper replace the respective curves with more structured lines. The transformation of the front end aims to give the vehicle a more vertical, modern and distinguished look and to make it easier for the driver to recognize the front left and right sides of the vehicle.

Underfoot, the vehicle is equipped with newly designed 18-inch diamond-cut aluminum wheels. At the rear, the taillights are changed to a three-dimensional design. Body dimensions are 4500 mm in length, 1840 mm in width, 1670 mm in height, and 2730 mm in wheelbase, with a minimum ground clearance of 230 mm.

A wide range of customization options are available. Four new color packs aim to assert character and elegance. bumps in Gloss Black, Dark Chrome, Bronze, and Energetic Blue. A two-tone black roof and black roof bar with a shine finish are also available.

◆Advanced Comfort Seats, a new generation

Following the new C4 and C5X, a new generation of “”Advanced Comfort Seats”” has been adopted. Special foam is placed on the back of the seat fabric to improve the feeling of contact between the body and the seat. The volume of the foam behind the fabric is 15 mm to provide soft cushioning, and the seat absorbs the slight tremors of the vehicle body that can lead to fatigue.

The Advanced Comfort seat is one of the results of Citroen’s “”Advanced Comfort”” program. In order to create a seat that softly and gently wraps the body while providing reliable support, the polyurethane foam used for the seat cushion material was researched and a proprietary high-density foam with a higher density than the industry average was adopted.

Another feature is that the rear seat has three independent seats. This concept was introduced to ensure that each occupant enjoys the same superior comfort level. The trunk capacity ranges from 580 to 720 liters. When the rear seats are folded down, it expands to a maximum of 1,630 liters. According to Citroen, the trunk capacity is the largest in the segment.

◆””e-toggle”” switch replaces the conventional shift lever.

In the center of the dashboard is a new 10-inch touchscreen that appears to float. This new larger screen, which can control air conditioning and other functions, improves ergonomics to prevent the driver from looking away from the road ahead. Air ducts are positioned below the screen and feature a new horizontal design; the 10-inch touchscreen also incorporates a navigation system.

A customizable 12-inch digital display is located in front of the driver. It displays important information such as navigation maps and information on the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) in an easy-to-understand manner.

A newly designed center console was also adopted. The large center console features an “”e-toggle”” switch in place of the conventional shift lever. A new driving mode switch incorporating a grip control function is also provided.

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