2021 Citroen C4 First Drive | Comfiest Car In Class???

[@CarObsession]

Hello all, thank you so much for dropping in on my video on the new Citroen C4 - my video with the e-C4 will be coming soon. Apologies for the editorial error around 1:12 - I had to put this video together in a rush another video upload had to be cancelled so it's the 'CO' logo flashing up wasn't meant to be there...

[@Muushondje]

You made imho the best review of the new Citroën C4 on the tube. Well done chap. What a superb car it is, a real gamechanger. Vive la France. Vive La Citroën.

[@CarObsession]

Wow, high praise indeed! Thanks for watching.

[@vjexxx]

This car should be all about comfort, quietness and calmness, and this review is good because the reviewer was talking about exactly those things. Nowhere did I hear words like “bodyroll”. Bravo!

[@CarObsession]

@@vjexxx Hi vjexxx, thanks for watching. Yes, I did briefly speak about the handling but it didn't make the edit as I thought it's not really a relevant area for this car. Mind you, there was one viewer who criticised me for not talking about the handling - you can't please everyone!

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

Loving the GS/GSA design touches in this new C4. It looks like Citroen are gradually going back to their roots.

[@scottmoffett1947]

Just got one of these, I absolutely love it.

[@richardstrauss7652]

It looks great ! It probably won’t be available in Japan before 2021. Let’s hope I ll win in the lottery and be still alive! Great video as usual. I also enjoyed the “ Ami” video. My current C3 ( 2nd génération) is not soooo comfortable or not quiet , but it has enough punch to make driving fun.

[@mustafabhat4796]

I'm driving it here in UK absolutely fantastic work done by Citreon. I mean C4 ..fully automatic gearbox. I love to drive it. 2021 model

[@Nerven86]

Got mine 6 months ago, really really happy with the car, got the diesel 1.5 and its really economic 4.4 liters per 100 kilometers. and really nice quality ride with really nice soundproofing, only thing i regret is i didn't get the automatic, the manual gear changes is really meh.

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching and thanks for the comment!

[@robtt997]

It’s good Citroen are making some interesting cars . If you dare not to go mainstream ( usual German suspects) then they seem a good bet .

[@spursman3998]

Very informative and helpful test drive. A very attractive package on offer from Citroen. I think this will be a big hit with all kinds of buyers. Great stuff, many thanks really enjoyed this review.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Spurs Man, I'm you found the video useful, thanks for watching.

[@andreilungu6153]

Thanks for the review! I just ordered mine, exactly this configuration, silver 1.2 130 hp! Looking forward to getting it 😍

[@CarObsession]

Hello Andrei, thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I hope you enjoy your new car!

[@elise10lies84]

What a good review. How is the response of the multiscreen on the dashboard?

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Looks very nice 👍 Inside particularly for the Seating

[@CarObsession]

Hi Jamie, I'm glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching.

[@EverythingCarsandMoreECAM]

Like the car a lot. I am glad that you said the clutch is a bit springy because when I am learning to drive in a new Corsa that has this gearbox I get told off for taking my foot of the clutch too quickly but the clutch just pushes my leg out the way too quickly

[@mainiotaainetta]

Finally an interesting Citroën since the C6 died, albeit in compact class. Nice review!

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching, and thanks for the feedback!

[@spursman3998]

Really helpful and enjoyable video, many thanks. My wife says Juke. I say C4. Wish I could convince her. Your video certainly won't do any harm in that regard. Cheers.

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback! Hopefully my video can convince her...

[@EgyptianManc]

Just bought one. Can't wait to pick it up.

[@CarObsession]

Thanks for watching 👍🏽.

[@olabodearogundade7864]

Nice car review. Nice car

[@CarObsession]

Thank you very much Olabode, I'm glad you enjoyed the video - thanks for watching.

[@richardwilson2447]

Great review as always, I’m a big Citroen fan I’ve always wanted one. Thinking of changing my Mk 10 Honda Civic for one of these 😀

[@CarObsession]

Hi Richard, thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback 👍🏽.

[@mariojager43]

I retract my earlier statement, this car has grown on me, a bit like music and instant hit eventually becomes tiresome to listen to, whereas some songs grow on you the more you listen to them, I think this is what Citroen has served up with improved qualify and refinement.

[@davidyates6546]

It's a great looking car and you know its comfortable. But I still like some excitement from a car.

[@CarObsession]

Yes, it lacks in dynamism, but Citroen is not the exactly the first brand you think for a dynamic drive. Thanks for driving David.

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

Really good review and I like the design and colour. Also I don't think Citroen are the unreliable brand they used to be, psa group in general is pretty decent.

[@CarObsession]

Thanks buddy!

[@kdri155]

I wouldn't say Citroën have been an unreliable brand based on my experiences, I've driven many as taxis owned by myself from the BX, Xantia 1 and 2, Xsara Picasso, C4 Grand Picasso and now a Spacetourer, but as I say I am a bit biased towards the brand.

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

@@kdri155 that's good to hear and I have the same experience. I was just referencing the general consensus which I've never personally agreed with. It's mostly about how you drive and look after a car.

[@raymondjennings546]

I have had 8 new citroens in a row,no problem's at all,got my new c4 in March,love it in caramel brown.

[@theyellow8834]

Citroen are really doing themselves a favour. However, I can't imagine how on earth these cars will be found rusting on the side of a road, they're just so modern.

[@henryhol8538]

I have this engine in my daily driver and can confirm its brilliant! I even like its growl. Buyers need to realise that these small turbo 3 cylinder engines are replacing the 1.6 and 1.8 ltr cars in the past. Regarding headroom, I believe this will improve for you post Covid!🤣

[@CarObsession]

Haha, I'd still think headroom would be a bit tight even without my wild hair! Thanks for watching.

[@rahmann936]

Styling okay, the rear spoiler makes the back end look too fussy. And like you said what is the point of it? It doesn't need downforce. I would have ditched the spoiler in place of a rear wash wipe. It least it would be serving a purpose. 😃

[@TheMammaAiuto]

Hi, it is not for downforce, it is for drag. This car is super aerodynamic and this spoiler was requisite, for CO2 emissions on ICE versions and for range on EV versions. I'm the designer of this car so you can trust me :)

[@jdavison8551]

Good review. Would really like to see you cover the electric version, esp the real range available, including using the eco mode.

[@CarObsession]

Hi J, that video will be coming soon, but it won't be a full blown review as I only had the car for an hour or so, if that. Thanks for watching.

[@jdavison8551]

No problem. Your confirmation of the comfort of the driving experience and difference in driving in eco v normal will be very helpful.

[@ST-ur7oh]

That electronic ping pong of the indicators would do my head in. Has it a rev counter? Nice effort but she’s no zx

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching. It's been a few weeks since I drove the car, but I don't remember it having a re counter.

[@funnyfiveminutes]

Will be interesting to hear whether the superlative ride quality is maintained on the electric version.

[@CarObsession]

That review will be coming soon, so be sure to look out for that! Thanks for watching.

[@S-Ltd1000]

I had a Peugeot 308 GT line with that engine. The cambelt runs inside the engine and in the oil and is known to disintegrate clogging the oil galleries and pickup strainer in the sump. Mine suffered two vvt solenoid failures which was my cue to trade it in on something Japanese with a chain driven engine. Many others have suffered loss of oil pressure resulting in engine failure. PSA have a recall in place for over half a million of them from 2013 to 2017. Belts have been upgraded about 4 or 5 times but the jury is still out on whether this will solve the problem. The next gen puretechs are being re-engineered with chain driven cams.

[@CarObsession]

That's interesting info, thanks for sharing and thanks for watching.

[@rob12841]

I have a 2019 c4 Picasso (Spacetourer) with this engine, hoping they ironed out the kinks 🙏

[@phil8437]

I like the look and comfort of this car and am going to replace my car soon (using my own hard earned.) However, I want a car that is going to be reliable long term along with a manufacturer that will give me good customer service. At the moment, along with other French manufacturers Citroen are not offering the aforementioned. The same comment goes to German manufacturers as well. I will stick to Toyota/Honda/Suzuki. A very good review as always thanks.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Phil, thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.

[@ninjaninja9954]

Hi I got a question would you take this car over the DS 7 crossback? I test drove both but not sure what to choose. But in terms of the ride comfort do you think it is much better than the DS 7? I remember the ride of the C4 was super smooth because i went over some humps and didn't feel anything but I didn't go over some humps on the DS 7 so my memory of it's smoothness is vague.

[@CarObsession]

They're very similar in regard to comfort, but the DS7 is a larger car.

[@ninjaninja9954]

@@CarObsession nice thx! I might just get the ds7 because of the luxury and because ds7 is an older car, it's not much more expensive than a newer c4.

[@ninjaninja9954]

@@CarObsession also i know most people will go for a german mercedes, bmw and audi for luxury but i am scared of the reliability of those cars...i am thinking citroen/ds are cheaper to maintain

[@jimgamble2429]

Do the headlights still come on after the first few sweeps of the wipers?

[@CarObsession]

Hi Jim, I didn't get a chance to test that in the short time I had the car, so I can't say I'm afraid. Thanks for watching.

[@michaelkilbride2927]

Lovely looking car but the wet timing belt is a no no a rubber belt in oil bits break off and block the oil pump or the belt snaps and your engine is scrap nice looking but bad engine

[@scottwalker4546]

Found the test drive boring 😴. I would have like more of a report on how the car handles. You don't get that just being on a dual carriageway motorway🛣 C4 definitely on my list though.

[@CarObsession]

That's fair enough Scott. I did want to speak about the handling, but the test route provided by Citroen did have many dynamic cornering opportunities. Also, I wouldn't have thought too many viewers would be interested in handling as the car is built more for comfort, not cornering. A lot of the route was A roads or dual carriageways with a bit of town driving. Thanks for watching.

[@wolvoman1]

Lane discipline !!!

[@CarObsession]

Hello Mike, thanks for watching. This point has already been raised if you check the comment section: johntokn 1 month ago Middle lane hogger ! Car Obsession Car Obsession 1 month ago I disagree. I was in the left hand lane the majority of time, not all of that made the edit. In some of the clips you can see me overtaking other cars, going past slip roads, or staying in the appropriate lane to stay on the road (i.e. not coming off at a junction). The way how it's been edited probably makes it look worse than it is, but like many, I despise lane hoggers 🤦‍♂️. Thank you for watching. johntokn johntokn 1 month ago @Car Obsession Sorry, my fault I should have watched it to the end where you did indeed move over. My apologies Car Obsession Car Obsession 1 month ago @johntokn No worries mate, although the video does make it appear that way and to be fair, there were probably times where I could have moved over a bit sooner 👍🏽

[@johntokn]

Middle lane hogger !

[@CarObsession]

I disagree. I was in the left hand lane the majority of time, not all of that made the edit. In some of the clips you can see me overtaking other cars, going past slip roads, or staying in the appropriate lane to stay on the road (i.e. not coming off at a junction). The way how it's been edited probably makes it look worse than it is, but like many, I despise lane hoggers 🤦‍♂️. Thank you for watching.

[@johntokn]

@@CarObsession Sorry, my fault I should have watched it to the end where you did indeed move over. My apologies

[@CarObsession]

@@johntokn No worries mate, although the video does make it appear that way and to be fair, there were probably times where I could have moved over a bit sooner 👍🏽

[@johntokn]

@@CarObsession This may be cheating but while I've got your attention I'd like to ask you a question. I'm a wheelchair user and need hand controls. Can't decide which car to go for. Narrowed it down to the Volvo cx40, Peugot 3008 or Citroen C40/50. Can I ask you which you'd recommend?

[@mariojager43]

Front is just not right, dam ugly, side view ok and rear acceptable. It may well be great in every other respect but you generally choose a car on looks, now , the new DS4 is a real looker.

[@MrDamodee]

What an ugly car, ugly outside and ugly inside. What are citroen designers thinking with this monstrosity!