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* Joint development for strong identity
The C-Crosser was co-developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation, whose joint project was to build an SUV for the
European market. The Mizushima plant in Japan will manufacture 15,000
C-Crossers a year for the Citroën brand. The PSA Peugeot
Citroën-designed HDi diesel engine is produced at Trémery in France.
This cooperation agreement has enabled Citroën to broaden its product
line of 10 saloons, 4 MPVs and one van-based MPV with an SUV that
fulfils all the Marque's requirements.
The technicians at Citroën used all their expertise in developing and
adapting this vehicle for the European market, striking a perfect
balance between ride comfort and roadholding and exceptional driving
pleasure.
Citroën Styling Center also gave the C-Crosser a unique body design,
yet one that is in complete harmony with the rest of the range and
clearly expresses its Citroën DNA.
EFFICIENCY AND COMFORT FOR DRIVING PLEASURE
The C-Crosser has a wealth of qualities that make it a real pleasure to
drive. Its DPFS-fitted HDi diesel engine develops generous torque,
while its precise and responsive behaviour out on the road comes hand
in hand with all of Citroën's renowned comfort. Drivers can choose
between settings with the multi-mode four-wheel drive transmission,
switching from nimble manoeuvrability in the city to surefooted
roadholding on winding roads. Meanwhile, passengers enjoy complete
peace of mind with the C-Crosser's exceptionally high level of safety
equipment.
* High-performance diesel engine that respects the
environment
The C-Crosser stands apart from its rivals with the verve of its HDi
diesel engine, developing 160 bhp DIN (156 bhp EEC at 4,000 rpm) and
equipped with a particulate filter.
Based on the 173 bhp HDi DPFS engine on the C5 and C6, the 160 bhp HDi
unit has a variable-geometry single turbo designed to give plenty of
torque at low engine speeds (380 Nm at 2,000 rpm). And drivers can get
all they need out of the 2.2-litre engine thanks to a six-speed manual
gearbox.
To limit pollution, the engine is fitted with a latest-generation
particulate filter (DPFS). Given the C-Crosser's performance and
torque, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reasonably low for a
vehicle of this size (7.2 l/100 km and 191 g/km with 16-inch wheels,
7.3 l/100 km and 194 g/km with 18-inch wheels).
The engine is supported by hydraulic shims and fitted with two balancer
shafts to reduce vibrations and enhance passenger comfort. Citroën
engineers also ensured relaxing cabin silence by thoroughly
soundproofing the engine compartment.
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* Impeccable roadholding
True
to Citroën values, the C-Crosser strikes an excellent balance between
comfort and performance out on the road. The Marque honed and refined
the steering, running gear and suspension of the original vehicle to
guarantee top-flight driving sensations and impeccable roadholding.
The C-Crosser's tyres and decreasing-flow pump, along with a tunnel
reinforcer that increases stiffness, give drivers excellent steering
feedback. These improvements provide the C-Crosser with precise and
easy-to-use power steering combining efficiency and pleasure.
In terms of running gear, the C-Crosser has MacPherson-type suspension
with a 22 mm anti-roll bar at the front and multi-link axles with a 20
mm anti-roll bar at the back. This set-up boosts on-road stability and
active safety. The rear shock absorbers have been uncoupled from the
springs, and Citroën chose a calibration that gives the car excellent
roadholding combined with sharp driving sensations and outstanding
comfort.
This achievement is further enhanced by 18-inch wheels fitted with
special 225/55 R18-sized Michelin tyres for Exclusive trim models (or
country equivalent). For Pack trim level (or country equivalent), the
C-Crosser ships with 16-inch wheels and Michelin's 215/70 R16 tyres.
Lastly, the C-Crosser has an aluminium roof that lowers the centre of
gravity for even better roadholding.
* First-class brakes
The C-Crosser's brakes were extensively developed to
give them segment-leading bite, efficiency and pedal pressure control.
Citroën engineers achieved this by using double-piston callipers at the
front, combined with ventilated discs 294 mm in diameter and 24 mm
thick, while the rear discs measure 302 mm in diameter. The system is
rounded out by ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution.
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