Citroen C4 Cactus

The 2018 C4 Cactus come with an Aisin 6 gear auto that is smooth andshould be indestructible. Much easier than its previous semi -auto quirky box. I was taken aback at the deal at 79plus K and got a further 4K overtrade for my car making it $75998 on the road. 5 + 5 service and warranty and 6 airbags, built in navigation, rear camera, front and back Blackvue camera installed with all the trimmings of the Explorer version (now at 91K) Estimated depreciation is 6.3K per year with OMV of 19+K. Great deal and the car is no slug or roller skate. Very well damped, reasonably comfortable and not noisy. Nice design cues but no rear courtesy light. Cannot fault the car otherwise. Covered over 5000 km in 2 months and uneventfully. 12.8 km per litre averaging. I think its going to be around for a long time!

The Cactus is a love it or loathe it type of car. The exteriordesign was meant to divide opinions. Personally I find it funky and interesting but may not stand the test of time.

The new 1.2 turbo engine really changes the dynamics of the car, giving it a much needed boost in performance (pun intended). The 6 speed auto is also pretty responsive when pared with the engine. Interior insulation is decent as well.

Downsides are the fussy interior design with unintuitive infotainment system, AC controls that can only be accessed through the screen and rather infantile interior design. The push-out rear windows are also pretty bad in terms of ventilation.

What I always think is that you are the car you drive. Not too many people realise that in Singapore. So as an entrepreneur in the creative field, I have to portray myself as such. To think out of the box.

So when my friend recommended the C4 Cactus to me, I knew I met my perfect match. A car, that was quirky (like me!) and very practical too. More power for city driving that comes with a superior suspension system. It's got to be the most comfortable car I've driven! And the highlight of it is the style and design of the car. Those airbumps add a bunch of flair that you will never get even in more expensive cars. So whenever I pick up my clients now for meetings, I always have a conversation starter!

Started driving this when my friend bought one, so he let me take it for a spin now and then. I loved it! So much fun!

I own the silver version with chocolate Airbumps adds that nice contrast. Very stylish, even though the Airbumps are actually meant for protection of the doors. Being a tech geek, simply love the touch drive interface to access all in-car functions!

Thoroughly enjoy the zippy drive and superior handling of this car, especially with the turbo engine, definitely great for maneuvering the urban traffic. Simply with a push of a button, the "Sports" Mode is turned on which holds gears for longer, allowing you to rev the engine harder. Definitely, recommend this car suited for urban driving and lifestyle.

We saved for this and bought this 6 months back. My wife & I got married last year and we were looking for a fuss-free, fun, affordable car. Great for young couples like us, who like to hit town and party and meet friends and everything. I got the fun ‘Hello Yellow’, but other bright colours also on this C4 Cactus always gets attention. And it has unique airbumps too. Friends have remarked about the cool door handles that are like luggage straps. Engine is zippy. It’s small but lots of power with the turbocharged engine. Wife also thinks it’s a perfect match for our attitude.

Upgraded to the C4 Cactus for a year now. Exterior design is masculine and confident. And fuel efficiency is top class too. Both matter to me because I’m in sales, so need to drive around a lot in Singapore. The Cactus is relatively powerful with the turbocharged engine and the pick up is fast too. Have used the car for my sales visits and for roadtrips for getaway to JB. The unique airbumps look different, but useful to prevent scratches. Design of the seat is comfy and this car has ample boot space.

Happened to pop into the Citroen showroom after sending my Mitsubishi for servicing. Noticed that the C4 Cactus has some tweaks to the engine and the gearbox recently. From the outside, you can't tell the difference.

Previously, the Cactus is non turbo and have a semi auto gearbox. Tested that once but really had some doubts about the transmission. The 2018 model however, is a different story. Citroen has finally put an AISIN torque converter into this beauty. To me, it is a big deal. I always wanted to get a European car but was worried about their reliability especially the transmission. And many European cars have placed Dual Clutch Transmissions in their current models, something which I personally want to avoid. AISIN gearboxes are almost bullet proof and there are not many continental cars with AISIN gearboxes.

Anyway, off the test drive. The way this car launched from stand still is incredible. Feels way faster than the advertised 10.3sec. You cannot believe that the engine is only 1200cc. The turbo charger and the new gearbox transformed this car into a totally different animal.

I already liked this car for quite awhile and there is nothing for me to object. Booked a yellow one the next day. Now a very happy man.

This is my first ever French car purchase. There were 6 main factors that made me put my faith in Citreon Cactus for the next decade. The combination of:

1) A new reliable automatic transmission (this new Cactus’ Transmission is different from its predecessor which was a semi-automatic)

2) + a reliable award winning 1.2 PureTech turbo engine

3) + the interior

4) + character styling, the bumps come in handy at Car Parks and pillars

5) + 5 years warranty

6) + Safety airbags including knee airbag for driver

and relatively Low running cost for moving around SG (1Litre patrol moves 23km)

The review of Cactus overseas has been pretty good.

The final straw that made me trade in my 5 year old continental for this Cactus was the great service of Cycle & Carriage Staff I have had so fat with my past Kia, Mitsubishi.

The sales rep was professional and helpful thus far too.

The leather seat is a worthwhile addition at $1,000 (discounted from $2,000)

Let’S see how the aftersales of Citreon is and French electronics after the upcoming delivery in December.

Got my olive brown cactus in Aug 2015 (showroom model as it's cheaper by $4k). Just about 2-3 mths into the car, i started getting a 'voice alarm', saying "Pls check the SD card" (or at least it sounded something like that as it was spoken by a caucasion). The 'voice' disappeared after just 1 incident, but re-occurred again 1mth later. Rang service centre many times before i finally managed to speak to someone from C&C. Advised me to reset the Black Vue CCTV which was given complimentary by Citroen. Issue resolved for now.

Than about just 3-4mths after driving this car, while mileage was only 2000+km, the Spanner sign appeared on the dashboard speedometer. Meaning that car is to be serviced. 1st servicing is supposed to be done at 10,000km, fyi. Now, at 3800km, the "SERVICE" Word has appeared on the dashboard speedometer, as tho Urgently calling for servicing. Did some basic checks, ie. Windscreen wiper water topped up, engine oil sufficient etc. But could not find the problem. Had to send car for servicing even before 6 mths is up & at 3800km.

Car ride also not smooth. Especially when going from D(riving) to R(everse). Car stalled for a few secs before jerking to reverse. Quite scary if there're other cars behind.

C&C's mechanics' service is also very poor. As my car was a showroom model, there were some exterior defects which were supposed to be rectified prior handing over the car. The car had 2 very visible dents, & a big patch of discolouration on the Cactus decal. To which All were not touched up when I collected the car, even after agent claims to have reminded the mechanics to do. Also, the driver's seat door was 'loose'. It cannot be opened half way; Has to be opened fully, ie: open big big & hence may hit cars that are parked too near. So obviously, no touch-ups & checks were done to showroom model cars prior handing over to customers.

Took a fairly long test-spin along the Leng Kee area. Ride was well-damped, NVH was well muted, shocks took manhole covers and undulations well in its stride. Body roll was well controlled even in a series of left-rights at Jervois Road and road humps were well soaked with nary a sweat by the suspension. Occupants remain well-cosseted from the reality of the environment outside in a well-cooled and insulated cocoon of comfort and quiet ambience. All-round visibility is good and large wing-mirrors make lane-changing a breeze.

Engine feels responsive and refined. Start-stop system was on cue and sprang back to life crisply when foot came off the brake. The Cactus could keep up with traffic effortlessly despite its tiny 1.2 NA engine. It never felt strained during the test but naturally it was not pushed at highway speed during the test drive.

I wouldn't say I cannot recommend this vehicle. I actually would - just not to my age group. To begin with, i find it strange that the turbo-charged version isn't available in Singapore when it peaks at 109bhp. That's still CAT A worthy.

What we have instead is this 80bhp C4 Cactus. It slots itself proudly as a beautiful replacement for the world's ugliest car - the Fiat Multipla. It is made for the same target segment too, as if the Japanese had stopped giving us underpowered small cars that moved as fast as the most chao-keng recruit. Performance complaint aside, this car is actually 100% retirement material and a real beauty too.

What's the first car you can think of that the average retiree drives? The old Vios? Some small underpowered Japanese hatch, sedan or MPV? Now do you visualize them enjoying their retirement? With kids? Having a simple Kopitiam breakfast? None of the above? I couldn't imagine anything to be honest in those cars.

This is where this car best stands out. Sure it doesn't have enough torque to straighten wrinkles during acceleration - but it doesn't feel restricted like an old folks home. There's a huge focus on spaciousness both in front and rear and the bench seats are more of a joy to slouch in than sit upright. While somewhat financially free retirees cope with the CPF-allowance eating contis that look as aged as they are, this one is a tad-futuristic.

Bubble wraps on the doors? That's not for banging into, nor will anyone - but that takes away the seriousness of the car and makes it more child friendly. Complete with a panoramic sunroof - what's an elderly life worth without the freedom of outdoors with the kids?

Now with this car, I can totally imagine elderly parents taking the kids out and enjoying the golden years of their lives. That's something almost no other car can offer at this price point.

I'm not sure if this is the target segment Citroen had in mind when making this car. While initially disappointed, this can be a beautiful family car after all.

With all due respect, I'd go for the Ford Fiesta 1.0l turbo anyway. I just can't stop loving the feeling of 170Nm of torque at 2000rpm. That's a nicer way to please your squealing kids... not bubble wrap. I'd be worried with my parents behind the wheel though.