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Citroen C1 Rhythm 1.0 5dr

At last! Citroen's C1 has hit UK roads, and at £6,495 the three-door 1.0-litre petrol Vibe is the cheapest of the new family of PSA-Toyota-built city cars.

By Sam Hardy

June 2005

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At last! Citroen's C1 has hit UK roads, and at ΂£6,495 the three-door 1.0-litre petrol Vibe is the cheapest of the new family of PSA-Toyota-built city cars. Meanwhile, the five-door version is ΂£500 less than Peugeot's 107, at ΂£6,845. Standard kit is basic, but includes power-steering, twin airbags, electronic brakeforce distribution and stability control, as well as a CD player.

The Rhythm model driven here adds electric front windows, side airbags, velour seats, a rev counter and remote central locking, plus 50/50 split-fold seats. At ΂£7,345, it is identically priced and equipped to the 107 Urban. The C1's 1.0-litre petrol engine sounds good and performs well; a 55bhp 1.4-litre HDi diesel arrives in a few weeks.

The driving experience is identical to the excellent Peugeot/Toyota Aygo, yet the C1's low price sets it apart. But has the Citroen got what it takes to be crowned top of the class? It is a tough question to answer; check out our exclusive 107 drive for more.

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FIRST OPINION

    The C1 has maintained Citroen's value reputation, undercutting its Peugeot 107 and Toyota Aygo brothers by some margin. The base Vibe lacks a few niceties, but if you want a great car for little outlay, the C1 is difficult to beat.
 

AT A GLANCE

    The C1 comes in a choice of three trims, while buyers can opt for a three-door, as well as the five-door driven here.
    Engine: 1.0-litre 3cyl, 68bhp
    Price: £7,345
     
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