Citroen C2 test drive since 2008 Hatchback

Test drive Citroen C2 VTS: Youth League

The French automotive company Citroen is not in vain famous for its achievements in the field of motorsport. Especially double chevrons succeeded in the rally. The most compact model of the French manufacturer Citroen C2 came to us for the test.
Europeans have long appreciated the charm of small cars. Permanent traffic jams in megacities, lack of parking spaces, high fines for violating the rules of the road and a constant increase in gas prices gradually forced the inhabitants of Europe to abandon large and powerful cars. The principle of self -expression is more powerful and to this day operating in Russia, has long been forgotten in the entire civilized world. Often you see a small car rushing in the oncoming lane in readiness to catch a frontal clash in order to save a couple of minutes? So I am not often. Meanwhile, the small does not mean weak. And while a solid representative sedan or a huge SUV is trying to fly to its destination, simultaneously burning dozens of fuel liters, a small but fairly powerful car (like that very proud bird) maneuvers in a dense city stream and comes to an imaginary finish, if not flush, then certainly Not much later.
The French automotive company Citroen is not in vain famous for its achievements in the field of motorsport. Especially double chevrons succeeded in the rally. The most compact model of the French manufacturer sold in Russia Citroen C2 came to us. The premiere of this baby took place at the Frankfurt Motorshow in 2003. The prototype C2 has become the Citroen C2 Sport concept presented in the spring of the same year, which is a symbiosis of the spectacular dynamics of concept kars and know-how of sports models Citroen. Thus, French designers showed their vision of the sports car of the future. It already follows that the small C2 was still saturated with the spirit of sports in the bud.
In the spring of this year, Citroen C2 underwent light restyling, which a little refreshed the exterior of the hatchback. A new bumper appeared with other inserts framing the fog, a little changed the radiator grille, and the lateral rear -view mirrors received a partial color in the body color. In addition, the selection of the design of alloy discs has expanded.
Technical innovations are no less interesting, but this is for Europeans, where, by the way, C2 is in stable high demand. As for us, the appearance of a 1.6-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 110 hp, as well as the Start/Stop system, which reduces the fuel consumption by almost 10%, no more than the formality of such versions are not delivered to Russia.
Our Citroen C2 is available with a 1.4-liter engine equipped with a Senso Drive (VTR) or 5-speed mechanics (Confort) robotic gearbox, as well as two versions of a 1.6-liter engine, the first of which produces 110 liters. With. And it is equipped with the same Senso Drive (VTR). As for the second version, then we will stop in more detail, especially since it was she who visited our test.
The VTS modification is equipped with the same 1.6 -liter engine, however, unlike the civil version of VTR, it has undergone some changes. Due to the emergence of new camshafts, the changed height of the valve lifting, the use of a new intake manifold, the fuel injection system and exhaust, the power was raised to 125 hp. at 6500 rpm. The maximum torque 143 Nm is achieved at 3750 rpm. As a result, C2 accelerates rather vigorously, especially when the tachometer arrow exceeds 4,500 rpm. Despite the mass of a little more than a ton, even at high speed, the French baby clearly holds a straight line, not trying to jump from the trajectory even after the oncoming air flow from the trucks passing by. Mediocre noise insulation of the motor compartment allows you to enjoy a rich sports sound made by the engine. A well -tuned exhaust system adds bass rumbling to this song.
A power unit partner of a 5-speed manual gearbox disappointed with too long moves of a lever with aluminum knob, as in real sports kara. Despite this, the programs are turned on clearly, with a pleasant effort on the lever. The transfer numbers are selected very well. However, due to the long stroke of the lever, the gems are lost, necessary, necessary not to lag behind those who rush ahead of the oncoming lane.
The main trump card Citroen C2 VTS is not a motor or a box, but ... That's right, controllability. According to this indicator, the baby will give a head start to many. To be moderately, a rigid and elastic suspension gives C2 a particular acuteness and clarity of reactions. VTS version is distinguished by special chassis settings. To increase sports, more rigid springs and an increased front stabilizer were installed. In addition, the gear ratio of the steering mechanism was changed and adjustments were made to the settings of the electrical imprisonment. As a result, the effort on the steering wheel increased, and from the stop to the stop of the steering wheel makes only 2.6 turns against three ordinary versions.
Refinements made C2 VTS more nervous on a straight line: a small drill movement and a small hatchback immediately changes the row. Immediately make a reservation that you can forget about comfort on the highway. The chain perceives each fossa and joint close to heart. But on the bunch of turns, the information on the steering wheel is exhaustive, as if the car itself tells the driver about the position of the front wheels when you need to screw into the turn, and when to relax. Suspension work five with a plus. Each turn is like on rails. The lateral support of the front seats only manages to hold the driver on the spot. Special thanks to the Michelin Pilot Exalto tires 195/45 R16, they cling to asphalt tightly until the laws of physicists begin to do their job. Here, by the way, the ESP stabilization system comes to the rescue (VTS is installed standardly for modification), which very unobtrusively evens out the mini hot hatch, preventing inertial forces from pushing C2 from the road. The brakes deserve a separate praise an excellent combination of efficiency and reverse effort on the pedal.
As for the appearance, Citroen C2 with all its appearance radiates energy and speed in combination with excellent performance. Those who are interested in motorsport will undoubtedly see sports roots in the external design. A wide-wide wheelbase for its class, stuffy wheel arches, a rounded hood, two parallel window sills and large 16-inch alloy wheels already mean the difficult disposition and good dynamic characteristics of this baby. The external differences of C2 VTS and the basic version are in the aforementioned wheeled wheels of a larger size, the rear spoiler on the lid of the trunk and the lower perimeter of the car painted in the color of the body.
The length of the body is only 3.66 meters, which is 20 centimeters shorter than the C3 model despite the fact that the Citroen C2 wheelbase is only 15 millimeters shorter than the older model’s platform.
Despite its modest size, due to a high body, a compact hatchback may well place four passengers. The overall design is designed in the new corporate French style and largely intersects with Citroen C3. This is true for the rounded shape of the front of the body, and for the unusual shape of the rear lateral glasses.
As for the interior decoration, here the differences from the usual VTR are minimal aluminum pedals and the swing of the transmission lever. In general, the interior design left a good impression. The informative panel of the devices is equipped with a traditional Citroen electronic speedometer and a convenient analog tachometer, carefully reminiscent of the achievement of maximum revolutions with a flashing orange indicator. Four rounds of air conditioning systems with bizarre handles responsible for changing the direction of air flows made them smile in a good sense of the word. Front chairs with a good profile and developed lateral support lacks several extra centimeters when adjusting in height. As a result, even in the lowest position, a feeling of high center of gravity is created, which disperses the illusion that you are sitting in a sports car inspired by aluminum lotions in the cabin and combat appearance.
In the use of decoration materials, as it should be believed, Citroen C2 did not succeed. The mediocre quality of rigid plastic and the simple fabric of the upholstery of the seats does not cause any positive emotions, but it does not strive much into the eyes. As for the space for the rear passengers, despite the rather compact size C2, with the average growth of the front riders, it is quite two adults will fit, although for obvious reasons they do not have to count on comfort and scope. To increase the volume of the trunk, two rear separate seats have longitudinal adjustment. Well, if you need to translate a large -sized load, then the seats are easily transformed by pressing a special lever, thereby increasing the useful cargo compartment from 193 to 879 liters (according to the manufacturer). An interesting feature is a double -willed fifth door. In order to throw a small bag into the trunk, it is enough to open only the top cover. But if your luggage is larger, then you will have to discard the lower side, which is also equipped with a convenient compartment for storing various small things.
Frankly, I really liked Citroen C2 VTS, but, having traveled on it a couple of days, I began to think about something more comfortable. On such a car you can’t go like everyone else. Gambling and a peppy engine are constantly provoked to attack. Of course, you can go slower and calmer, but then why do you need VTS? By the way, C2 VTS is very popular among young European tuners. Such a lighter is great for those who are just starting to know the basics of motorsport or are simply fond of it. Moreover, its prerogative is precisely the city, where the main advantages of compact cars with sports habits are manifested.
Ruslan Galimov
The price of the tested car is 530,000 rubles
Complete the test of the tested car
Mechanical 5-step gearbox
Steering wheel amplifier
Steering wheel with height and depth adjustment
On -board computer, external temperature indicator and sensor of poorly closed or open doors
Anti -lock brake system (ABS)
Electronic brake force distribution system
Emergency help help
Electronic stabilization system of course stability (ESP)
Front cushions of the driver and passenger
Front side pillows
Central Castle with a PLIP remote control + programming of automatic door blocking while moving with unlocking during the accident, fog lights
Rear wiper and glass washer
Mirrors with electric drive and heating
Electric folding rear -view mirrors from the remote control
Adjusting by the driver's seat height
Car Packet: climate control + salon filter + cooled glove compartment + front automatic wiper (rain sensor) + automatic turning on the back of the near light + leather steering wheel
Front electric lifting with a function of anti-zero
LOOK package: bumper + lateral moldings + frame of mirrors body color
Cast discs 16 Guepard
Pedals and knobs of the gear lever aluminum + edging the sleeve lever gray chrome
Specifications
Body
Hatchback body type
The number of places 4
Trunk volume, l 193/879
Equipped mass, kg 1045
Full mass, kg 1395
Length, mm 3666
Width, mm 1659
Height, mm 1461
Wheel base, mm 2315
Road clearance, mm 120
Engine
Basin type with distributed fuel injection
The location in front is transversely
Location and number of cylinders 4 in a row
Working volume, cm 1587
Cylinder diameter/piston stroke, mm 78.5 x 82.0
The degree of compression is 11.0
The number of valves per cylinder 4
Maximum power, L.S./rpm 122/6500
Maximum torque, Nm/rpm 143/3750
Transmission
Gearbox MECHANICHACHA 5-speed
Front drive
McPherson front suspension with a reptile stability stabilizer
Rack suspension is a half -dependent, longitudinal levers associated with a torsion beam, a spring, with a reptile stabilizer
Front brakes Disco ventilated
The rear brakes are disk
Tires 195/45 R16
Dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h 202
Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, from 8.3
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
city cycle 9.3
country cycle 5.4
mixed cycle 6.9
Fuel tank capacity, l 41
Fuel AI-95 gasoline
 
 
 
 
 

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