THE C4 STYLE: FLUID LINES AND STRONG AERODYNAMICS
The C4 Saloon and the C4 Coupé have very different
styling, while also sharing a number of features that
identify them as members of the same family.
The style of the C4 is characterised by decisive
architectural choices. Its height is limited in order
to optimise aerodynamics, road behaviour and fuel
consumption. In consequence, power and fluid design
lines emerge as the key traits qualifying the
C4.
However, the real signature of the C4 can be read in
its strong exterior features, some of which are common
to both the saloon and the coupé.
These distinctive signs can be seen on the front end
in particular, with the chrome chevrons spanning the
full width of the radiator grille, and the
boomerang-shaped lights extending up to the vehicle
wings. Other distinctive features include the
flag-shaped rearview mirrors on the front doors, which
give prominence to the sides of the C4.
Looking beyond these shared attributes, Citroën is
offering two clearly differentiated body styles:
- a saloon of fluid, dynamic lines with strong
curves,
- a coupé of longer, sharper lines with a plunging
tail line.
In both cases: smoothly flowing contours with an
ever-present emphasis on aerodynamics.
A SALOON OF ASSERTIVE DESIGN
The C4 Saloon boasts smooth, protective bodywork,
with unique exterior styling. Its profile is traced in
a single line, with a strongly raked windscreen that
extends the taut lines of the bonnet, before moving
smoothly on to the curve of the roof.
Similarly, the high, arched waist line reinforces the
feeling of safety and protection enjoyed by the
passengers.
The harmonious design is combined with a long window
line, which draws out the cabin and enhances the fluid
lines of the saloon.
The body style of the C4 Saloon shows distinctive
lines of force, which underline its dynamic character.
In addition to the headlamps placed either side of the
double chevron on the radiator grille, other
particularly striking styling features include:
- rear lights whose geometric shape expresses
dynamic power. The lower part underlines the
vehicle’s stability, while the upper part runs along
the rear window up to the lip at the top of the
tailgate;
- quarter windows and a waist line suggesting
controlled power.
A COUPÉ WITH A DIFFERENCE
The exterior styling of the C4 Coupé owes its force
to its dynamic and fluid body lines, combining a long
wheelbase and long front overhang with a short rear
overhang. The coupé’s profile reflects the quest for
optimised aerodynamics. The receding lines converging
towards the rear of the vehicle suggest movement and
fluidity. The waist line – slightly curved towards the
rear – and the prominent wings, suggest stability and
good roadholding.
The C4 Coupé possesses a distinctive style, with a
flowing, easily recognisable profile, and a
reverse-sloping rear window with an astonishingly
spacious passenger compartment. Its styling combines
sportiness and interior space.
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