Citroën C4 Picasso 2013– car dimensions: 4428 mm long, 1826 mm wide and 1610 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,296 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
The cabin has a standard 7-inch touchscreen controlling main functions like audio and climate, with a panoramic windscreen bringing in light. Dual-zone climate control comes on mid and higher trims. Cruise control with speed limiter is standard. Higher trims or option packs add rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, blind spot monitoring with mirror lights, lane departure warning that vibrates the seatbelt, and active safety brake for automatic emergency braking. Later models in the run gain Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Boot space starts at 537 litres with the three individual rear seats in place and rises when they fold flat into the floor. Sliding the seats forward boosts capacity to 630 litres without folding. The front passenger seat folds flat for longer loads up to 2.5 metres.
Braked towing capacity reaches up to 1500 kg depending on engine and gearbox, with unbraked around 650 kg. Payload sits near 640 kg. No specific heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in the published specs for work use.
The cabin feels bright and airy thanks to the standard panoramic windscreen and optional large glass sunroof that flood the loft-style interior with light. Seats are supportive with independent sliding and reclining rear positions for three adults. Higher trims add massaging front seats with adjustable lumbar, electric passenger footrest, extra-support headrests with side bolsters, dual-zone climate control and an integrated scented air freshener.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating from 2013 test.
Standard safety includes ABS with EBD and EBA, ESP with traction control, front/side/curtain airbags, ISOFIX points, hill start assist and electric parking brake.
Diesel engines achieve combined fuel economy up to 74.3 mpg with CO2 from 98 g/km.
Service intervals typically every 12,500-20,000 miles or annually depending on engine and conditions.
Fuel economy is a strong point with efficient petrol and diesel options including Stop & Start systems. Diesels like the e-HDi deliver class-leading low emissions and high mpg figures for family use, while petrol variants remain frugal in mixed driving.
Servicing follows manufacturer schedules with oil changes and checks at regular mileage or yearly intervals. Diesel models need attention to particulate filters especially in urban use, and parts availability remains good for this generation.
Safety equipment is comprehensive as standard across the range with multiple airbags, stability systems and child fixings. Higher grades add active features like blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning and radar cruise control for extra peace of mind on family trips.
Living with the car is straightforward thanks to the versatile seating and large boot. Regular maintenance keeps the EMP2 platform reliable, and the bright practical cabin makes daily family duties easy without high running costs.
Length 4428 mm, Width 1826 mm, Height 1610 mm, Wheelbase 2785 mm (C4 Picasso 2013 - present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Citroën 2013 press kit, UK 2013 brochure, auto-data.net and encyCARpedia.