Citroën has introduced the Hybrid 136 on its C4 and C4 X models, which combines the benefits of petrol and electric power. The hybrid system is built on the compact and lightweight 48V Hybrid technology, which includes a 48V battery that recharges during certain driving phases, a 136 hp (100 kW) 3-cylinder petrol engine of new generation specifically designed to adapt to this hybrid system, and a new electrified ë-DCS6 dual-clutch gearbox incorporating a 21 kW electric motor ë-Motor produced in France.
The Hybrid 136 offers comfort and versatility while reducing emissions and consumption by nearly 20% compared to an equivalent petrol version. It can complete up to 50% of urban journeys in electric mode, emission-free, and presents all the benefits of electric driving, from ease of use to the ability to drive in low-emission zones and reducing taxes imposed on petrol models in certain countries. The C4 and C4 X Hybrid 136 offer a homogeneous and attractive synthesis, emphasizing simplicity and serenity on board.
The Hybrid 48V technology optimizes the performance and fuel consumption of the C4 and C4 X, enabling an average fuel economy of 1 liter/100 km (20%) compared to the PureTech 130 EAT8 petrol engine. It also has a positive impact on CO2 emissions, which are reduced by up to -20% (more than 25g) compared to the PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 petrol engine.
The hybrid driving of the new version on the C4 and C4 X provides great ease of use with its two engines, electric and thermal, working together or separately, automatically, smoothly, and without driver intervention. In case of strong accelerations, the electric motor delivers additional power of 9 kW (about 12 hp), ensuring permanent ease of use by guaranteeing dynamic performance.
The Hybrid 48V technology is designed to optimize mixed or fully electric driving times for greater driving comfort and reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. This lightweight and compact hybridization system is based on a new generation of 1.2 PureTech petrol engine, a synchronous permanent magnet electric motor, a belt starter powered by 48V, a new electrified gearbox, a 48V Lithium-Ion battery with an available capacity of 432 Wh installed under the left front seat, and a voltage converter that converts some of the electricity produced by the 48V electric motor to 12V to power the car's equipment.
Launched respectively in 2021 and 2023, the C4 and C4 X are family sedans that stand out with a silhouette concept combining the status of a sedan, the dynamism of a coupe for the C4, and a fastback for the C4 X. They offer a unique onboard comfort experience that turns every journey into a moment of smoothness and tranquility thanks to Citroën Advanced Comfort suspensions, Advanced Comfort seats, steering adjustment, acoustic softness, and interior space.
With the Hybrid 136 on the C4 and C4 X, Citroën offers an electrified mobility solution combining simplicity, energy performance, and a unique comfort experience within an accessible budget.
This Hybrid 136 version is available starting from €33,200 for the C4 and €33,900 for the C4 X.
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