The successor to the funky Citroën C4
Cactus has been spied once again undergoing winter testing. Expected to drop
the ‘Cactus’ moniker from its name, the next-generation model will still be a
part of the Citroën C4 lineup. As you can see in these photos, it looks
distinct from any other C4 model as it adopts a crossover coupe body style.
Seen here playing on the ice in northern
Sweden, Citroën’s coupe crossover will use an extended version of PSA’s CMP
platform. That’s also used by the latest Peugeot 2008, which means we should
expect similar petrol, diesel and all-electric powertrains.
Another consequence of the adoption of CMP
will be a longer wheelbase compared to the C4 Cactus, which will translate into
a roomier cabin. That will be a welcome change since the Cactus has been
criticized for its cramped interior. Unfortunately, the design remains a secret
for now, given that the prototypes are completely covered with camouflage.
Still, some elements are not hard to spot, including the obvious sloping
roofline, more generous ground clearance and bulkier wheel arches compared to
the current C4 Cactus.
We also get a glimpse at the dashboard
which seems related to the Peugeot 2008. As for the lights, it’s too early to
make assumptions about their final shape. The aero-styled wheels, however, look
spectacular and could indicate this particular prototype packs an all-electric
powertrain. The 2021 Citroën C4 will have the difficult mission to replace both
the C4 compact hatch discontinued in 2018 and the C4 Cactus. The world debut is
expected to take place at the Paris Motor Show this autumn.
