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02 Citroën C5 Aircross 1,6 THP Shine

Price: R683 900 0–100 km/h: 10,77 sec Top speed: 189 km/h Power: 121 kW Torque: 240 N.m Fuel index: 9,50 L/100 km

Maintains the quirkiness and improves on it, while retaining the brilliant ride
Peter Palm
The comfort and the interior build quality were big plus points. It feels well worth the outlay
Peet Mocke

Somewhat overshadowed by the Peugeot 3008 for many reasons, including the decision to leave our market for a few years, the Citroën brand provides a similar package but with a level of individualism praised and appreciated by discerning customers.

The car’s styling is attractive and makes full use of the famous chevron, double-helix gear logo in the design. The roof rails are substantial, and the black-and-polished-alloy wheels are very appealing. The piano-key-like elements below the headlamps are unusual but striking. Although the rear has a split-level boot board, the South African spec allows for a decent-sized steel space-saver spare wheel, so it has a higher default position.

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