Citroen cars

ENGINES – Citroen had the good sense to ship the car with a sensible choice of small motors. And at this scale diesel power is luxury, not a necessity. The various petrol motors do a fine job as they’re frugal, refined and responsive.EXTERIOR – The C2’s rounded concept car-like nose and abrupt, straight up-and-down rear …

STYLE is a big deal for small cars. They’re mainly bought by the young and the young at heart, and nobody in that demographic wants to drive around in something that looks like a prop from a 1980s Chinese sci-fi flick.People looking for a small car are after something cute, likeable and that makes a statement worth more …

THE DS3 is a big seller for Citroen in the UK, with 36,000 or so having passed through showrooms since its introduction a few years ago.It’s long since been known as a stylish hatch with a choice of efficient and/or fun engines, and the personalisation options are one of its biggest attractions to the people who buy it. …

THE DS3 has been something of a barnstormer for Citroen, selling 36,000 in the UK alone since it was released as an antithesis to the cutesy Mini and Fiat 500. A soft-top version was inevitable, and the only surprise is how long it’s taken to arrive.It’s not a full convertible where the entire roof folds down into the boot …

ENGINES – Recent years have seen an upturn in the performance of Citroen’s small engines, with the C3 Picasso and its ilk benefiting greatly improved performance and economy. Petrol power remains the smart move for most buyers unless you intend on racking up company car-like distances.EXTERIOR – Tall and a little boxy, …

ENGINES – Unusually for a city car, the C1 was made available with a diesel engine alongside the predictable petrol offering. It’s unusual because the financial gains are slim at best given that such a vehicle won’t be driven hard like a traditional company car. That said, the diesel C1 performs well on the road, but predictably …

ENGINES – Diesel or petrol? It’s the age-old question, and with Citroen’s C4 Picasso you’ve got to choose between some good units on both sides of the fence. In reality it’s the former that will prove the most sensible if you know you’ll be racking up the miles. The latter, on the other hand, makes more sense for short …

A CITROEN car advertisement has been banned after it sparked a string of complaints from viewers claiming it brought on epilepsy symptoms and caused a seizure.The ad, which contained flashing images, was broadcast on channels including Sky, ITV and UK Gold.But 10 people objected to its content, with some reporting the onset …

CITROEN has announced the prices and UK specifications for the DS5 premium hatchback.Starting at £22,400, the striking new model is aimed at company car drivers and private buyers with a 70%-30% split. With the option of the 200bhp Hybrid4 drivetrain, CO2 emissions start at 99g/km bringing significant tax benefits for business …

Citroen has recalled over 20,000 C3 Picassos because the brakes can be activated from the passenger seat.

The second new DS model from Citroen is handsome and classy - but it's not quite sure what it is.

Citroen mixes speed with comfort in its new DS3 Racing hot hatchback.

Citroen's DS3 heads 12 cars in Top Gear Magazine's awards.

Racy, rally-based hatchback and WRC car revealed.

Citroen has teamed up with fellow French fashion designer Lacoste to make this striking concept car.

French maker joins the crossover market with its new DS4.

Citroen's new C4 is much improved over its predecessor, but it's still behind the class best.

Citroen has unveiled its second DS model - the DS4.