25000 miles now done, and 65mpg consistently. Comfort. Smoothness. Superb motorway cruiser. Tons of space, reverse camera, park assist.......it's a no brainer, this car is superb value and and a pleasure to own
@@pgreg8528 Diesel with a figure of 65 mpg, petrol would be 20 less
@sejautie Жыл бұрын
@@kabukidreamboy got 55mpg out of it diesel is 85mpg?
@mikekirwan3243 Жыл бұрын
As a student who has to go on the motorway everyday, would you recommend it for me? Found a 1.6L for a good price
@JohnYoungPhotographer8 жыл бұрын
We have a Cactus and over the years we have had many cars including 'mainstream normal' cars like Nissan and Mazda and to be honest I was not keen when we went to test drive. We first tried the Nissan Duke (and you say this is ugly) and the Qashqai and then this. The version we got was all black (inc the air-bumps) and it looks great but as soon as we had driven it we were sold.... Lovely car to drive and be in, been all over the country in it including a round trip of 800 miles and we have never felt more comfortable and refreshed when we got to our destination. I could have driven straight back and that is not normal for me. We have the 1.6 Diesel and it pulls well, great on hills as the car is so light and you can throw this around corners and we can easily get 70mpg around the doors without trying. There are some downsides and yes the armrest is in the way of the handbrake and I only use it on longer journeys plus car has hill start assist so no need for handbrake most of the time anyway (apart from parking) so no big deal. Side pillar (B-Pillar) is large and can restrict view at certain angles My main gripe is the lack of rev-counter which could have easily been added The air-bumps to me a just like other cars side trim (but larger) and work great and you feel much happier leaving in car parks. Before you mock its looks (I did at first) go and test drive one - you WILL be suprised
@carwow8 жыл бұрын
Yup. A bunch of us from the carwow office drove one to the Nurburgring. Loved it. Didn't take it for a lap…
@stormpooper40206 жыл бұрын
One word to top the man's adventure trough vietnam : " flashboard "...dont they come with portable douche ?
@jsilva70055 жыл бұрын
Where do you live. Are these cars exclusively for Europe? Cars here in america dont get anywhere near 80 mpg nor do we have any that look like that.
@kabukidreamboy Жыл бұрын
@@jsilva7005 80 mpg is just marketing nonsense, closer to 60 mpg in the real world.
@lukasadamson60919 күн бұрын
@@kabukidreamboy The above was a dudes experience, not marketing mumbojumbo.
@CryinOwl7 жыл бұрын
I drive the Cactus Flair model and have to say, based on what Citroen were out to achieve with these cars, I think they nailed it. Remember that cost effectiveness and weight (to create a better ride experience) were the primary goals here. That reduces the price (and makes it incredibly affordable for a car in the family hatch bracket) and very quick and nimble. The 1.2 has 0-60 in 9.3secs which is so much faster than the equivalent Captur or Juke. To create these figures means something had to give (wind down back windows means a heavy mechanism, cheaper plastics which are lighter etc.) But the driving experience, the tech that is included, the size and space are all spot on. Bravo CarWow, you were right to love this car. It's no premium motor that's for sure, but never has it claimed to be. Most people that have them, love them. And I'm one of them! :-)
@kyojitsu18 жыл бұрын
I've driven one and in town it's great - perfectly judged ride for potholed and uneven city roads. Yeah it's bum basic and has been built to a price but it's unique looking, has some great design and it's fun. If you need a runabout without needing to transport loads of stuff or travel big distances it's a really refreshing choice. Feels like you're going to the beach...
@AmbroseB19009 ай бұрын
I bought a Cactus Flair 1.2 Puretech 110 new in 2016 and 8 years later my wife and I still love it. We love the looks especially the airbumps and are really surprised that they didn't catch on as they are so practical. I also missed a rev counter at first but as the engine produces the most torque between 1500 and 2200 rpm you can get good acceleration without thraping the engine. We run it on "super" petrol which really suits it and enhances performance. I would not use E10 in it. We both have bad backs yet find the car very comfortable. It is lively to drive and corners on rails, I can corner really quickly without getting understeer but I imagine that you would provoke understeer if you just threw the car hard into a corner and/or used too much accelerator. There are two things I would change through, one is to have the heating/aircon controls on three knobs rather than through the touchscreen - manual controls can be adjusted whilst driving without taking your eyes off the road. The other is the hideously huge armrest which prevents easy access to the handbrake; earlier Citroëns had individual adjustable armrests which were much better. All in all though we love it and are still getting great pleasure from it.
@AmbroseB19004 ай бұрын
@@mathiasvries In nearly 40 years of owning Citroëns I know the difference that premium fuels (or using additives such as Millers Ecomax) makes not just to performance but the engines run quieter and smoother and give a vast improvement to the driving experience, so I am not changing what I do.
@LVJANISLV8 жыл бұрын
"as supporting as a bad parent" > lmao, made my day
@kinglionbearali24472 жыл бұрын
Boring life you must have then
@robinbe75098 жыл бұрын
I have a yellow one for a year right now and I think it is great and certainly for it's price, it really is a car with high value for money.
@despwprocopiou49898 жыл бұрын
Ordered this car and waiting it to arrive on January 2017.. When I test drive it I knew it was the one!! Unique design and very good price.Compared to my last car mazda 2 its a totally different car. I really liked the soft feel on the road due to their suspension!
@kate.rpillar Жыл бұрын
Well not that 6 years passed can we have any feedback
@siennacoleman40457 жыл бұрын
Luv this car and have the pleasure of owning one myself, the one he is reviewing in this video is the Flair edition top of the range model !!!!
@thomaswright75629 ай бұрын
I have the 1.6, had it remapped to 130HP. Been recalled twice, ad blue tank issue, and emissions warning light. One cup holder only, why? Touchscreen can be slow and bad some days. A/C takes a while to use. Currently getting between 52 - 55 MPG. But honestly, taken this Cactus across to Holland from UK. No issues. wind noise over 80mph. Used this Cactus on my farm too. Off road, fields, muddy tracks. no issues.
@anupbongirwar4545 ай бұрын
I am first time driver and found 1.6 automatic diesel e HDI with 73,000 miles. Unsure if I should buy....can you advise if this is a car suitable for a first time driver? I have 0 experience with car. Anything I need to keep in mind before buying this car? Seller is selling it for £5000. what is the realistic price I should offer?
@thomassbulivan63524 жыл бұрын
I had a 1.6 diesel. Recalled 3 times to citroen. Emissions failure. Adblue tank issue. And steering issue. Plus required new bolts in engine bay( all under warranty) service was great and they gave me a hire car. Car itself. Screen is slow, A/C is dreadfully slow. And back windows are stupid. But 60mpg, smooth ride and comfy.
@williamrae99542 жыл бұрын
Ahh the TV advert... I've been listening to Mickey Hawkes since...'Cottonpickin' what a tune!
@ZacGolus8 жыл бұрын
Imagine if you could pop it like bubble wrap. People would love it in car parks.
@jamielondon96988 жыл бұрын
Good job carwow!! Please review the DS4 crossback version please. Looking forward for more reviews.
@damienvigneron47988 жыл бұрын
Info : You can have 60/40 seats at rear as an option now.
@AdvancedEliteGaming8 жыл бұрын
Wait, he said if you rev it it makes a loud noise ?? Isn't that a good thing? I thought a loud acceleration is sign of powerful engine
@curleypubes36728 жыл бұрын
not if the engine noise itself sounds bad :/
@stephenberry86584 жыл бұрын
It was CarWow Car of the Year when it was first released. We drove a leased Cactus 1.6 diesel ETG for 10,,500 kms around Europe and UK in 2015. 4.6 l/100kms. Comfortable and roomy. 2019 bought a new 2018 C4 Cactus 1.2 turbo petrol with 6 speed auto, leather and sunroof. Brilliant. Great value, character and comfort. PS. I think the boot lip is for strength in the rear as the whole car weighs 1,050 kg. In Australia we get a 5 yr warranty and a full size spare, plus reversing camera. We miss out on the new series Cactus with progressive hydraulic cushion suspension.
@MajorSpam3 жыл бұрын
How did the new cactus compare in ride quality?
@thomaspowell37397 жыл бұрын
Heard all the good reviews, plus the negatives normally from people who haven't driven it. 30k later and it's brilliant, no problems apart from normal wear and tear issues and for a small engine it cruised effortlessly on the motorway Superb car
@GranDaddo8 жыл бұрын
Maybe you could implement some good old scorepoints which might give us indication how actually good or bad car is versus competition.
@hotswede697 жыл бұрын
Hey Sweden calling! I have had my Cactus for three years. I am in love every day. This car has been fab the only thing more horsepower.
@vogliounacocacola8 жыл бұрын
For that price it seems pretty good value. I wonder what the automatic version is like. I know the front seat is sofa-like.
@bmwdaywhatyouwant76797 жыл бұрын
The baggy gear stick, even when it's in gear... I also have this same experience with my Peugeot 807. It could be to add a more relaxed experience.
@Sherukka8 жыл бұрын
The gearbox with this 1.6 diesel has great feel! I doesn't matter a bit what is showed in this video. The feel of the clutch is also spot on! Of course if you are used to worse then it might be a little tricky in the beginning for you but that is only becaus you are a newbie in the datin...car world. ;)
@JohnYoungPhotographer8 жыл бұрын
Yeah my gearbox in my Cactus is spot on and does not wobble all over like the video and my brakes are excellent and I don't 'head bang' when braking - Maybe a duff one in video
@Sherukka8 жыл бұрын
I think it is more what you are used to. I know as a fact that you get used to a different car in 1-2 weeks but the first days can feel weird. Matt surely likes sportscars so he can't imagine that someone like comfy cars, or doesn't think that is what his audience want to hear in this channel.
@feelgeorge8 жыл бұрын
when will you review the Newer C3?
@rvpsilva92138 жыл бұрын
This is what the World needs, actually... A car that don´t have the "premium personatlity" but is good in every single way...
@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain2 жыл бұрын
Had my 2016 Cactus since April, mines the base level touch, so you hardly get anything, no alloys, no Bluetooth/Phone option, no air con, but I love it, I found a set of alloys from the next trim level up and fitted them, I love the pop out rear windows and so do my kids! I love the basicness of it, no rev counter but you know when to change up by either the noise of the engine or the gear lever indicator, it's got cruise control as standard, and I find the seats really comfy as well and I love the airbumps. Only things I dislike about the Cactus is the high biting point on the clutch, and the costs of replacement wiper blades?
@GodricThe7 жыл бұрын
lack of rev counter is a deal breaker for me
@Auronkatamail7 жыл бұрын
It is a unique car, very original and different. I like it, but Mat Watson is right telling all the car's flaws. Let's hope Citroën will correct all of them with the future version.
@wikiwama8 жыл бұрын
You can get a split fold rear seat, but only in Australia.
@RickyYTWLD8 жыл бұрын
Curious to know why you say it's "Comfortable to travel in" as it's good point when in the review you said the seats lacked lumbar support and were unsupportive, like they were filled with old washing up sponges etc. Just curious lol
@Prestonesfpv7 жыл бұрын
Just ordered me one, cant wait to get it ;)
@hyperion10287 жыл бұрын
Prestonesfpv How is it?
@ali1212boy6 жыл бұрын
French cars is the worst....
@Nick-md1jk6 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry.
@Rapscallion20092 жыл бұрын
It's funny when car reviewers get all critical of a car for having scratch plastic and feels a bit cheap. And the car is 2/3rds the price of most rivals. But the comment about avoiding the top version (when new) is bang on.
@utubeleplague6 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for you to review the upcoming restyled Cactus. Word is they are more poshy and with more quality since it's replacing both last Cactus and the common C4.
@cmgc58368 жыл бұрын
Sorry, but you cannot say the seats are not comfortable, and later say that the car is comfortable to travel in...
@d0lc1n07 жыл бұрын
I have one 1.6 Flair diesel in blue. It's a fantastic car.
@rabit8188 жыл бұрын
Love your bubble wrap turban.
@TheWakaMinecraft6 жыл бұрын
How does having a manual work if you don't have a tachometer? Shifting only by sound?
@williamrae99542 жыл бұрын
How does riding a MX/enduro/trials motorcycle work? No rev counter on those either, you get to know when to shift...diesel, you'll short shift anyway, it'll chugg if too low!
@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain2 жыл бұрын
Has a change up indicator.
@abhayYaduvanshi057 жыл бұрын
can you tell me that this car company will launch its car in india or not
@AdvancedEliteGaming8 жыл бұрын
Any video on how the air bubbles work? I actually really like the look of the car and the bubbles look cool
@JohnYoungPhotographer8 жыл бұрын
The air-bumps are just like other side trim on cars. Were as most 'normal' cars have maybe a panel running down the side the Cactus has a larger area made up of a plastic that has air pockets inside so absorbing and small dings into the side and its just part of its styling. Some are more prominent and visible than others like the yellow with black bumps but ours is all black with black bumps so not so noticeable
@GlenParkForestSchool2 ай бұрын
I have a Cactus Feel 2016 hdi and i love it 😀
@g00dfeeling8 жыл бұрын
I love it. It should always be bought in top spec.
@sejautie Жыл бұрын
Top spec is the rip curl grip control edition
@darren24568 жыл бұрын
The build quality is fine with Cactus, the car is minimalist, remember the 2CV? Lightweight and good value for money? Good on fuel and a head turner?
@SlickMotoMike3 жыл бұрын
Are the automatic ones more reliable?
@thesupremetomcatios43158 жыл бұрын
I want a review to a new Tipo, i really liked it
@delionb6 жыл бұрын
Guess you can say this the Citroen C4 Cactus is sharp looking!
@linuslidgren37458 жыл бұрын
Do a review of the 2017 Volvo V40!
@jakobgrossmann10052 жыл бұрын
Can you connect your phone with bluetooth and play music?
@pgreg85284 жыл бұрын
Looked at one yesterday, i'm 183cm and found it really comfortable in the back. What I find disappointing is that I can only get about 169cm of length when putting the seats down, 185cm would've been perfect for me. I think they fixed the shifter in the later years, because the one I looked at didnt wobble that much
@McAmber7 жыл бұрын
I started to think now between cactuc C4 or the new Citroen C3 . Your ideas? Basically town car, for 3x persons.
@haihohh73947 жыл бұрын
martinsh23 buy Citroen C3 Aircross instead. It is much more roomy than Cactus, and looks just like C3 but bigger. Also it has much more powerful engines than C3 and Cactus
@TheOrangeType8 жыл бұрын
Do you quote combined MPG when doing these tests or Urban MPG?
@nikolastivic63828 жыл бұрын
cool car for my mom
@nikolastivic63828 жыл бұрын
or for girls
@jijh25288 жыл бұрын
Upravu si brate hahaha
@nikolastivic63828 жыл бұрын
Dap haha
@boleynali8 жыл бұрын
Not a cool car for anyone,well maybe the insane.
@trvheimer97846 жыл бұрын
What did your mom do to you?!?
@hjp1hjp227 жыл бұрын
Would look nicer if the plastic door protector panels were in the same colour as the car, instead of black. You hardly notice the panels on a black Cactus. These cars are attractive now, but will look awful in years time when they become old bangers.
@mohammedidris55788 жыл бұрын
nice car i normally do not like Citroen but I have changed my decision
@StephenButlerOne8 жыл бұрын
I thought the majority of these are paddle shift? Sort or a clutch less manual rather than full auto? It looks like they stopped R&D on the manuals in the 80s.
@tinyoceancloud4 жыл бұрын
Not having a rev counter on a manual is a bit weird
@x3merx3mer8 жыл бұрын
The only thing that bothered me when I tried it is the interior quality - it's really bad. Everything else though is quite good.
@crapter63587 жыл бұрын
Please review a Ssangyong Tivoli!
@edwindungdung19986 жыл бұрын
except its frontside it looks quite military
@VoloKinProject8 жыл бұрын
To me it looks like the Multipla's little cousin.
@AeonX77 жыл бұрын
i have seen the automatic transmission version. they did away with the shifter n replace D,N,R with push buttons which is pretty cool and bold. this car is more like exploring alternative ways of approaching things. some ideas are good while some not so. but it helps move car technology forward which is good. do i like it? yes. do i want one? no.
@FifaGeneration2k118 жыл бұрын
I learnt to drive in one of these, 1.6L, didn't find anything too bad about it but the engine is rather loud.
@exoticvibes84193 ай бұрын
Τhe anatomy of position and driving is somewhat strange, you can't find an ideal driving position but in general is very good .
@thomassharratt40478 жыл бұрын
Does it come with a real cactus on the dashboard
@Donnie88887 жыл бұрын
Really? They gave you yellow version to review? I hear a lot of people calling it ugly, but a black one looks great actually.
@evangelosspyromilios59948 жыл бұрын
Citroen= some cool ideas but have no idea about the basics..
@netako4 жыл бұрын
Not anymore.
@ΟκουρΑρες4 жыл бұрын
I only wish the back window was normal ( I mean electrical oporetaded)
@ComandanteJ6 жыл бұрын
What where they thinking when they designed those rear windows??? But overall, a very unique car, i kinda hated on it the first time i saw one, but after getting used to seeing them (and you see them A LOT, this thing sold like crazy), i really like it's design.
@banpowel97847 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car
@goergeibrahim64177 жыл бұрын
Ben Powe yes it is
@DuggzValentine4 жыл бұрын
Might i ask why it looks like an armoured car?
@davidshort28068 жыл бұрын
if they changed the logo to PORCHE this car would cost 120+ grand for sure , this is a greatly pronounced designed car guys
@ademiravdic5 ай бұрын
Lack of rev counter is straight up deal breaker for me
@haz5258 жыл бұрын
"there about as suportive as a bad parent" 😂😂
@nickcobra46388 жыл бұрын
"It's all a bit basic" it's a Citroén. You know the quirky fun but cheap brand? What did you expect a rebadged maybach for crying out loud? I think you need to stop being so snobby and appreciate the car for people who can just barely afford it, you need to see it from more than one viewpoint because you are extremely biased
@1985toyotacamry8 жыл бұрын
I like this car wish we have something like that
@donyoucef46938 жыл бұрын
will you review the peugeot 208 ?
@nataliematthews40132 жыл бұрын
🤣 Fantastic review. Particularly like the "about as much support as a bad parent" analogy! Very helpful review.
@GeorgeW6668 жыл бұрын
Still can't see the cactus easter egg :(
@Ott4vi4nu58 жыл бұрын
This care is for sure very "polarizing"
@nicholasscarff26217 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness he mentioned the armrest in the way of the handbrake, it's a joke. I also thought the gearshift was as sloppy as a dog's breakfast.
@FelixO7 жыл бұрын
No wind down rear Windows? Are you fcking kidding me? wtf is that. This is a reason to never even consider buying this car. what the actual fck
@Chris.Davies9 ай бұрын
It's a real shame Cactus was a 4-year wonder. I think they look fabulous, and would be an ideal subject for a more-powerful electric conversion, starting from such a light base.
@RovexHD8 жыл бұрын
The pop-out rear windows is typical french !
@abzish8 жыл бұрын
"About Supportive as a bad parent" jesus savage or what
@alecktz26775 жыл бұрын
cool car, cool video :) maybe i will buy this as my first own car
@littlsuprstr8 жыл бұрын
this is a good car for people who are sick of getting door dings
@melvinfernandes43527 жыл бұрын
Is it a hatchback
@CivicEG8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mat
@nickolastiguan8 жыл бұрын
Front = Jeep Cherokee?
@derbigpr5008 жыл бұрын
Except it came out long before Jeep Cherokee.
@nickolastiguan8 жыл бұрын
derbigpr500 oh, i am from NA, so i wouldn't know. but the two do look very similar...
@DanielVSL8 жыл бұрын
Calling this an SUV is misleading like hell. It's god damn tiny. Why they named it 'C4 cactus' when it's build on the C3 platform is a strong indicator on how well you can trust the company.
@rjbiker668 жыл бұрын
INteresting... Cactus sold in Australia get a split fold rear seat
@Induron4 жыл бұрын
Nice Video!
@MrRasalgethi5 жыл бұрын
Is it me or does its headlights look like that of the Lamborghini Urus? Just me? I thought so.
@jaycajones8 жыл бұрын
The daytime LEDs are a design cue ripped straight from the Jeep Cherokee
@dominiccook128 жыл бұрын
Those windscreen washer jets are useless! I had a jag xf with them and they wouldn't clean the windscreen at all.
@Bewar3them00n8 жыл бұрын
They work absolutely fine, had no issues with them.
@Mchfit8 жыл бұрын
Currently driving this as a hired car in France. Same colour but automatic. Avoid the automatic by all accounts as it's like riding a rocking bronco!!!!
@Basic0028 жыл бұрын
I love the cactus!! It's like iron man from the front ^^
@sauberboisaubarboi56524 жыл бұрын
This is a STYLISH BUT GREAT CAR OF ALL TIME
@MVDROZ8 жыл бұрын
Mat's looking really nice and lean ;)
@miskatonic62108 жыл бұрын
A car with bad seats isn't worth it.
@rui5188 жыл бұрын
were did he said the car had bad seats?
@pammy52608 жыл бұрын
+Rui 1:04 onwards, no problem
@zhen1018 жыл бұрын
Only the entry level.
@christophermaloney81197 ай бұрын
@zhen101 yeah exactly I have one my seats are very comfortable