CITROEN C5 User manual
CITROËN C5
PASSION MEETS LOGIC. HERE
IS A CAR THAT WILL STIMULATE
YOUR HEART AS MUCH AS YOUR
HEAD, YOUR BODY AS MUCH AS
YOUR SOUL.
FROM THE PHYSICS TO THE PHYSICAL, IT RE-DEFINES EVERY DETAIL
OF COMFORT, AESTHETICS, PERFORMANCE AND PROTECTION. IN
ESSENCE, THE CITROËN C5 HAS BEEN CREATED TO MAKE OPPOSITES
EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE.
With a sophisticated combination of contemporary design and cutting-edge technology,
the Citroën C5 marries your passion for driving with a logical need to feel protected – your
passion for style, with the rational demands of the executive car.
What instantly strikes you is the muscular yet rened build. Long, wide and low with a very
dynamic prole, it’s clearly a car that means serious business. This is instantly conrmed the
moment you move inside – a driver-focused cockpit, advanced features to protect you and
the environment, and a driving experience designed around sure-footed exhilaration. It’s all
about total control – that gives your heart total freedom to roam.
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CONTENTS: 2PASSION MEETS LOGIC 4DYNAMIC STYLING 6SPACE, COMFORT & STYLE 8DRIVING
DYNAMICS 10 TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION 12 ENVIRONMENTAL 14 SAFETY 16 RANGE OVERVIEW
20 OPTIONS 22 COLOUR, TRIM & WHEEL OPTIONS 24 EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION 26 TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATION 28 ACCESSORIES 30 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT 32 CARE 33 FINANCE & INSURANCE
34 GLOSSARY 35 DIMENSIONS
CITROËN
C5
PASSION MEETS
LOGIC
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ATHLETIC AESTHETICS. NOWHERE ARE
OPPOSITES MORE ATTRACTIVE THAN ON
THE CITROËN C5’S EXTERIOR STYLING.
FROM THE ELEGANT, ENERGETIC LINES OF THE SALOON TO THE FLOWING DYNAMISM OF THE TOURER, THE
CITROËN C5 STRIKES A STUNNING BALANCE BETWEEN REFINED STYLE AND SPORTY EXUBERANCE. IT’S A CAR
THAT’S BUILT TO TURN HEADS AS QUICKLY AS IT DOES CORNERS.
CITROËN
C5
DYNAMIC
STYLING
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THE TOURER: HIDDEN SPACE
The Citroën C5 Tourer pulls off an amazing feat of optical illusion – disguising its ample
interior with a nimble-looking, silky silhouette that evokes performance from every angle.
Reecting the saloon’s stylish design and dynamic presence, it balances long, sleek
lines with the trademark high waist. And at the same time, it is immediately recognisable
as one of Citroën’s superb touring models, with its wide track and wheels ush to the body.
THE SALOON: ART AND POWER
From any angle, the Citroën C5 saloon inspires awe and desire. With the muscular wheel
arches and a concave rear window, its road presence is impossible to ignore. Viewed
head-on, it is particularly imposing – with the trademark chrome chevrons and large
air-intakes anked by the incisive, signature boomerang headlamps. In prole it shows an
even more sophisticated side – the sculpted body and extended rooine are indicative of the
prestige and style of this thoroughbred executive saloon.
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INVIGORATING LUXURY.
SOMETHING STRANGE HAPPENS WHEN YOU SIT INSIDE THE CITROËN C5 – YOU FEEL EXCITED
AND RELAXED, ALL AT ONCE. THE MOODY LIGHTING, THE DAMPED GLOVE BOXES, THE LEATHER
STEERING WHEEL AND THE TANGIBLE QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND FINISHES. IT’S A PLEASANTLY
THRILLING SENSATION.
SIT TIGHT
Nothing sums up this unique experience better than the Citroën C5’s seats, which are
ergonomically sculpted for maximum comfort in all driving conditions. And when you opt
for a leather interior on VTR+ NAV and Exclusive models, you’ll enjoy the added luxury of
heated, electric front seats which can be effortlessly adjusted to your preferred position. The
driver’s seat even has a massage function – for a little high speed relaxation.
FUTURISTIC INTERIOR
The Citroën C5 marries cutting-edge luxury with solid, unyielding quality. Its state-of-the-art
cockpit is driver-focused with a host of exciting technology at your ngertips, while the
stylishly lit dashboard displays all vital information. The centrepiece is a clean, uncluttered
console with air conditioning seamlessly incorporated into the design – including dual-zone
automatic air conditioning on VTR+ NAV and Exclusive models.
TRAVEL IN SPACE
Not to be outdone for size, the Citroën C5 has one of the longest wheelbases in its
segment. What’s more, its generous dimensions deliver a roomy interior for exceptional
passenger comfort and load-carrying. In essence, it’s a spacious vehicle packed with many
more little luxuries.
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CITROËN
C5
SPACE, COMFORT
& STYLE
PEACEFUL OASIS
Drive-comfort is at the heart of the Citroën
C5 and it has numerous advanced
soundproong features to wrap you in your
own haven of tranquillity. With triple door
seals, reinforced roof lining and an acoustic
windscreen, the Citroën C5’s insulating
innovations exceed all expectations for an
executive saloon. On Exclusive models, you
even enjoy acoustic laminated side windows
for total isolation from the outside world.
Please note: Drawer ap behind the gear lever is no
longer present.
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CITROËN
C5
DRIVING
DYNAMICS
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CONTROLLED POWER. YOUR HEART WANTS TO PUMP.
YOUR HEAD WANTS TO CONTROL. SO THE CITROËN C5
PAYS EQUAL HOMAGE TO BOTH.
PREPARE YOURSELF FOR A PERFORMANCE WHERE STIRRING POWER IS KEPT IN CHECK BY
PRECISE STEERING. A GRIPPING DRIVE IS MADE EVEN BETTER BY HIGH LEVELS OF COMFORT
AND SAFETY.
SUSPEND DISBELIEF
You always expect an outstanding ride from Citroën, and the C5 delivers this with a choice of
two sophisticated suspensions. The core system is a highly engineered front double wishbone
and multi-link rear suspension – it’s a set-up that’s been specially tuned to complement the
Citroën C5’s dynamic looks with an equally dynamic drive, without compromising comfort.
ACTIVE DRIVE COMFORT
Of course, if you really want to experience something unique, you can opt for the
Hydractive 3+ suspension, our most advanced system to date. This advanced technology
offers a whole new standard of luxurious driving, or at a touch of the ‘sport mode’ button,
the ultimate in driving excitement. Hydractive 3+ also has Citroën’s trademark self-levelling
feature that guarantees a constant ride height regardless of load or number of passengers –
particularly useful for the Tourer. The ingenuity does not end there. The suspension constantly
monitors speed and road conditions, lowering the car at 70mph to optimise stability and fuel
economy. So whatever you’re looking for – supreme comfort, an exhilarating performance or
unrivalled load-carrying ability – the Citroën C5 has some truly inspiring answers.
FUELLING ENJOYMENT
You can see it’s a driver’s car the moment you lay eyes on it. But if you need any further
proof of the Citroën C5’s motoring credentials, look no further than the range-topping
3.0HDi V6, which delivers a potent 240hp. This high performance engine turns the Citroën
C5 into one of the most exhilarating executive vehicles on the road. And the Citroën C5
offers as much versatility as it does power, with a selection of two petrol and ve diesel
engines to match the level of pleasure and efciency you’re looking for. There’s even a
choice of automatic and manual gearboxes to put that nal performance decision rmly in
the palm of your hand.
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ADVANCED SIMPLICITY.
EVERY SECOND, INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY IN THE CITROËN C5 IS MAKING
A MILLION CALCULATIONS – WHERE YOU ARE, WHERE YOU’RE GOING, AND
HOW IT CAN GET YOU THERE FASTER, SAFER AND MORE COMFORTABLY.
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE DRIVE – CONTROLLING
THE MAJORITY OF IT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR STEERING WHEEL.
STEERING INTELLIGENCE
At the heart of the Citroën C5’s technology
revolution is the new xed-centred controls
steering wheel. Needless to say, it does so
much more than turn the wheels – in fact it
turns your car into a high tech tool, adjustable
at the soft touch of a button. From activating
the speed limiter and cruise control to changing
songs or the central information display, you
have everything you need for the drive, right at
your ngertips.
NAVIGATION INNOVATION
So much more than navigation, the optional
NaviDrive system is a powerful hub of information,
communication and even entertainment. It gives
you GPS navigation, live trafc updates and a
Bluetooth®system. NaviDrive also features a
top of the range audio system with a 10GB hard
disc with jukebox function so you can drive for
days without having to push a button. It even
has European mapping, which makes crossing
borders as seamless as switching tracks. You’ll
nd the optional USB Box also on Exclusive
models for complete connectivity.
The MyWay colour satellite navigation system
standard on VTR+ NAV models, has SD card
integrated European mapping which brings
you live trafc information, voice guidance and
graphics in 2D or aerial perspective. It also
features a Bluetooth®system.
Cutting edge entertainment, navigation and
communication are all in the mix.
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