Citroen reveals new C4 Picasso

The 2011 Citroen C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso get a wealth of new features that were designed to make family transport more pleasant.

On the outside, there's a new grille, front bumper, and tailgate, along with new headlight and tail light clusters. Up-level Exclusive, and VTR+ models get chrome trim, and distinctive LED lighting.

A new "Black Top" option adds gloss black paint to the roof, A-pillars, door mirrors, door handles, wheel centre caps.

On the equipment front, VTR+ models now get rear parking sensors, power folding mirrors, and USB/Bluetooth connectivity. Exclusive models add the new eTouch Emergency & Assistance system.

eTouch uses a built-in SIM card to make emergency, and assistance calls, if the vehicle is in an accident, or becomes otherwise immobilized.

Under the bonnet, the new C4 gets something called e-HDI micro-hybrid technology, which uses a second generation Start-Stop function, combined with a reversible alternator to recover energy during braking.

The micro-hybrid's 110-hp DPFS powertrain has an impressive economy range of 58.9 mpg for the C4 Picasso, 57.6 mpg for the Grand C4 Picasso.

These new models will be unveiled at the upcoming Paris Motor Show.