Skates on for Citroen’s new C4 models

With increasing numbers of UK car buyers taking the C4 to their hearts, Citroen is introducing an automatic gearbox to the diesel range for the first time, while buyers can get up to £600 worth of extra gear, at no extra cost, with the special edition C4 Cool.

Stylish, technologically advanced and one of the safest cars around, the C4 has seen its sales grow during 2006, at a time when overall sales in the small family car sector are down. The launch of the new C4 2.0HDi automatic and the new C4 Cool - inspired by Citroen’s successful ‘ice skater robot’ TV advert – are set to boost this popularity.

Citroen’s six speed automatic gearbox is now mated to its 138hp 2.0HDi diesel engine, complete with acclaimed Diesel Particulate Filter System. Returning a healthy 43mpg on the combined cycle, the new automatic is available on both VTR+ and Exclusive hatchbacks, with cashback-inclusive prices starting from £16,540.

The C4 Cool special edition offers superb value for money. In addition to the standard kit of the VTR/SX models, on which it is based, it adds automatic dual zone air conditioning, automatic wipers and automatic headlamps, to help provide optimum cabin climate and visibility throughout the year. A smart new grey upholstery and, on 5-door models, electric rear windows complete the package.

Yet despite all this extra equipment, the new special editions are still priced identically to the VTR and SX models. Available in both 3-door coupé and 5-door hatchback bodystyles, and with either 110hp 1.6i 16V petrol or 92hp 1.6HDi engines, C4 Cool post-cashback prices start at £12,095 for the 1.6i 16V coupé.