Citroën C4 Picasso 2006–2013 car dimensions: 4590 mm long, 1830 mm wide and 1680 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,510 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
The cabin offers a panoramic windscreen and large glass area for strong all-round visibility. Dual-zone automatic climate control is available on higher trims, with manual air conditioning on base models, plus rear vents on some versions. Cruise control with speed limiter is fitted. Rear parking sensors appear on mid and higher grades, with front sensors and parking space measurement as options. A multifunction screen is standard, with colour Navidrive or MyWay touchscreen navigation available on upper trims. Lane departure warning is offered on higher grades or as an option pack.
With all seven seats in place the boot holds 208 litres. Folding the third row gives 576 litres under the cover in five-seat mode. Folding the second and third rows creates up to 1951 litres to the roof.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1500 kg on most engines, with some lower-powered versions rated around 1100-1300 kg. Unbraked towing is typically 750 kg. Payload is generally in the 600-770 kg range depending on engine and seating configuration.
Higher Exclusive grades offer pneumatic rear suspension that maintains constant ride height under load and can lower the rear for easier loading. The flexible seating and underfloor storage suit family or light work use.
The cabin feels bright and open with a vast panoramic windscreen that floods the interior with light and thin pillars for clear views. Three equal-width second-row seats slide and recline independently while third-row seats fold flat into the floor. Higher grades add dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents, adjustable front armrests, heated front seats, aircraft-style tables and a scented air freshener. An optional full-length panoramic glass roof with electric blind extends the airy feel.
Fuel tank capacity 60 litres
Service intervals 12,500–20,000 miles or 2 years depending on engine
Euro NCAP 5-star adult occupant rating (2006)
Standard ABS with EBD and emergency brake assist, ESP with traction control, front/side/curtain airbags plus driver knee airbag, ISOFIX points
Petrol and diesel engines are available across the range. The fuel tank holds 60 litres. Diesels include particulate filters on many versions for cleaner running.
Servicing follows manufacturer schedules of 12,500 to 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first, with a dashboard service indicator. Long-life oil options can extend some intervals based on driving style.
Safety kit is comprehensive from launch with ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, emergency braking assistance, ESP, traction control and up to seven airbags including a driver knee bag. Curtain airbags cover front and second-row seats. ISOFIX mountings are fitted on second-row seats. The 2006 Euro NCAP test awarded five stars for adult protection.
Optional pneumatic rear suspension keeps ride height constant under load and smooths the ride. An electric parking brake with hill-start assist is standard on most versions. Regular oil and filter changes plus attention to the timing belt or chain help keep the car reliable over high mileages.
Length 4590 mm, Width 1830 mm, Height 1680 mm, Wheelbase 2728 mm (C4 Picasso 2006–2013)
Sources: manufacturer data, Citroën technical characteristics PDF, auto-data.net and Wikipedia.