C2 Adds Plus

If the latest Citroen supermini, the C2, isn't big enough for the needs of you and your family, perhaps this one will be - it's the C2 Plus.

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By Craig Cheetham

20th October 2004

The firm's version of the Peugeot 1007 will differ from its sibling by having four conventional doors, instead of two sliding ones. Inside, the four-seater features the removable, folding rear chairs found in the standard C2. In a bid to match the practicality of Renault's new Modus, the back seats also slide backwards and forwards, giving owners a choice between improved rear passenger leg, head and shoulder room or increased luggage space in the boot. The Plus will also retain the functional split-opening tailgate of the conventional supermini.

Our picture shows how the model will carry the recently introduced Citroen family look. The headlights resemble those of the C4, and there's a similar curved roofline, while the retractable glass roof panels will be available as an option.

A choice of engines similar to that offered in the C2 and C3 will feature. However, the entry-level 1.1-litre is unlikely to be available, as it will struggle to cope with the heavier car. Instead, the 75bhp 1.4 petrol will be the base motor, with a 100bhp 1.6-litre also on offer, mated to Citroen's SensoDrive transmission.

The popular 1.4-litre HDi diesel engine will appear in both 75bhp and 100bhp formats when the C2 Plus appears in Citroen's UK showrooms in 2006.