In addition to the usual functions, the driving position on C-Airdream features the braking, acceleration and gearshift controls. Steering relies on an electric link combining several sensors with control electronics. To accelerate, the driver applies thumb pressure to the paddles inside the steering wheel. Applying hand pressure to the other side of the paddle activates the braking system. The gearshift function relies on pushbuttons also positioned inside the steering wheel above the paddles, and designed for thumb control. These controls are all highly ergonomic. Their use becomes natural after just a short time behind the wheel.

Variable Ratio Electric Steering

The steering function features full electronic control, through which the steering wheel angle/wheel angle ratio can be varied automatically in accordance with the driver’s requirements. Speed and grip are also taken into account. In particular, this function makes parking much easier owing to the more direct steering ratio (between two turns of the steering compared with three as a general rule). This feature also ensures pinsharp steering at high speeds.

Increased safety through the electric braking system

The electronically controlled braking system brings real-time control of the pressure exerted on each brake disc. In consequence, the braking capacity of each tyre can be used to the full at all times, whatever the level of grip.

Intersystem Architecture

A vehicle dynamics controller analyses data from the sensors and decides on the action to be performed by each component. In the event of asymmetric braking, for example, the steering system can automatically correct the path taken by the vehicle and transmit thie corresponding information to the driver.

In this way, Citroen has adopted a new approach to the dynamic capabilities of off road vehicles and has optimised enhanced safety levels with respect to conventional systems by means of continuous electronic control.

This architecture relies primarily on a dual-voltage electrical network {12V - 42V).

Optimised Aerodynamic design

As a result of the in-depth studies conducted on aerodynamic design, C-Airdream has a Cd of 0.28 (Cd.A = 0.58 m2), to enhance acoustic comfort and cut fuel consumption and pollutant emissions.

Tried And Tested Mechanicals

C-Airdream is fitted with the 3.0i V6 engine developing maximum power of 150 kW EEC (210 bhp DIN) at 6,100 rpm. The engine is coupled with an auto-adaptive automatic gearbox with sequential controls on the steering wheel.

The Hydractive 3 suspension - naturally an integral part of the mechanicals - provides comfort and road holding. Two suspension settings are available, comfort or sport, depending on driving style and road conditions.