Citroen C4 - Pictures

There’s nothing quite like the C4! But while its individuality appeals, the button layout isn’t very clear and data is scattered between three screens. Controls on the fixed-hub steering wheel aren’t particularly logi

As well as having the shortest wheelbase, the C4 boasts the smallest boot. It’s 32 litres down on the Mazda’s with the seats up; fold them and it has a 277-litre deficit to the Kia. The cheap parcel shelf doesn’t help

Citroen’s HDi unit used to be renowned for its smooth and relaxing nature, but compared to the Cee’d’s engine, the 1.6 was noisy at start-up. It’s not the strongest performer, either, although it did return the

As with its competitors here, the C4 is equipped with a five-speed manual transmission. The shift quality is appalling, however: long, vague and graunchy, it is the main reason the Citroen failed to match its rivals against the clock

tinny rear doors are indicative of quality issues elsewhere. Light and flimsy, they clang shut and generally make the model seem rather insubstantial. This impression isn’t misleading – this car is our 9,000-mile long-terme