C6 Overview

With stunning looks in keeping with Citroën’s reputation for style, the C6 takes the grand tourer concept to a new level. The Citroën C6 incorporates the latest cutting-edge technology and is truly a car to stir the emotions.

Features

Uncompromising Luxury

The new C6 is able to offer you unrivalled standards of driving pleasure. By luxury standards, the specification for the C6 in Australia is exceptionally high - in fact, the only options are a sunroof and lounge pack. The list includes directional Xenon headlamps, head-up display, 9 airbags, cruise control full luxury leather interior, 18" wheels, front & rear parking sensors and a premium JBL hi-fi with Bluetooth phone integration.

Power

Fitted with hydraulic speed sensitive power steering, the new C6 is available with two powerful V6 engines. With a choice of super quiet 3.0L V6 petrol and 2.7L V6 twin turbo diesel engines, mated to a 6 speed auto adaptive gearbox and an unequalled suspension system, the C6 effectively sets new standards in comfort, road-holding and fuel efficient driving pleasure.

Comfort

Luxurious seats accommodate all the occupants of the new C6 in comfort, providing excellent postural support for long journeys. In order to accommodate passengers of all sizes the electric front seats feature multiple adjustments: length, height, tilting seat base, reclining back and lumbar support. These settings can all be memorised together with those of the exterior rear view mirrors and Head-Up display and for two different drivers.

Climate Control

The automatic air conditioning with two zone temperature and distribution control provides individual thermal comfort for occupants at the front. The rear passengers can control the air flow intensity to quickly create their own desired temperature. The highest levels of thermal comfort are also achieved by a soft diffusion system that eliminates draughts and cocoons the occupants in a consistent blanket of air.

Head Up Display

The head up display shows key driving data directly within the driver's field of vision, so that nothing detracts from what matters most. This system can be activated at any time and the position, type of information along with brightness can also be changed. A special display located in the dashboard generates an image relayed by an optical system, which then projects it onto the windscreen. By means of refraction, the driver then sees the data displayed in a virtual image that is produced level with the front of the car.

NaviDrive System

The NaviDrive system incorporates a number of key communications functions including the indispensable GPS navigation system, the radio/CD autochanger audio system, and a GSM dual-band hands-free telephone. The interactive NaviDrive system can be operated by voice recognition and displays information on a large 7" format colour screen.

Style

Refinement & Prestige

With pure and dynamic styling, enhanced by stunning frameless doors and 18" alloy wheels, the new Citroën C6 is the perfect compromise between the aesthetic look of a coupe and the imposing presence of an executive limousine. In the pursuit of performance, an automatically controlled speed sensitive rear spoiler optimises the aerodynamics of the C6 and assures perfect stability and poise.

The clean sculpted design of the dashboard is made up of straight and parallel lines, symbolising precision, and curved lines, symbolising dynamics. The styling is fluid and simple, and a warm atmosphere is created by the blend of chrome and exotic wood. The dashboard is organised around a central half-moon console featuring a multifunction screen, as a natural extension of the console. The screen displays navigation information, on board computer, the telematics, audio, air conditioning and configuration of the vehicle systems.

Through its fluid and dynamic styling, the C6 is a highly distinctive car. If you value invention over convention and are a prestige driver who appreciates head-turning style, individuality and luxurious cruising comfort above performance engineering, then be prepared to fall head over heels for the new Citroën C6.

Safety

Active Fton Head Restraints + 9 Airbags

In the event of rear impact, the active front head restraints mechanism of the C6 reduces the risk of neck injuries. To provide maximum protection for all the occupants, the C6 is equipped with no less than nine airbags.

The driver's airbag is adaptable with its pressure and deployment volume and an additional 20-litre airbag, situated beneath the steering wheel, protects the driver's knees. The 120-litre passenger airbag completes the safety arrangements dedicated to the front seats. Four side airbags at thorax level keep the occupants safe in the event of a side collision. Curtain airbags sited in the roof deploy from top to bottom to protect the heads of front and rear passengers. Three-point anchor seatbelts with pyrotechnical pre-tension and force limiter are fitted to the front and rear side seats, while the three-point belt of the centre seat comes equipped with a belt webbing lock.

Xenon Dual Function Headlamps

The advanced Xenon dual function directional headlamps, which work on both dipped and full beam, give a wide field of vision and follow the turn of the steering wheel. This technology pioneered by Citroen increases visibility in the potentially dangerous dark areas on bends.

By night as well as day, the Head-Up display will give you essential driving information without looking away from the road.

Parking Assist

The front and rear parking assistance system advises you of any obstacle in close proximity to the vehicle. The audible 'beep' together with the visual display will inform you exactly how much room there is to manoeuvre.

Braking Controls

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) electronically regulates braking pressure to avoid wheel-locking so the driver can maintain road holding and the ability to steer the vehicle when braking.

Connected to the ABS, the Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) ensures braking pressure is evenly applied to the wheels (front-rear and right-left) so that, should the need arise, maximum effect can be achieved from the braking power.

Emergency Braking Assistance (EBA) instantly amplifies braking pressure in the event of an emergency so that the stopping distance is the shortest possible. It also automatically activates the hazard warning lights to alert drivers behind.

The electric parking brake comes into effect via a control located on the central console. It automatically determines the amount of force required to keep the vehicle in a stationary position.

ESP + Traction Control

The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) operates automatically on the distribution of braking power together with engine speed to stabilise the trajectory of the car on bends as soon as any risk of oversteer or understeer has been detected by the system's electronic sensors.

The traction control (ASR) is linked to the ESP and immediately reduces the excess power to the driving wheels in the event of wheel spin. It also operates when moving off should excessive acceleration be applied on a slippery road surface.

Active Bonnet System

C6 innovation shines yet again with the active bonnet system. The new C6 is the first car to be awarded the maximum four stars for pedestrian protection by Euro NCAP. This is a major step forward in terms of pedestrian safety.

The active bonnet system uses fibre-optic detection that raises the bonnet within 1/100th of a second, creating a space between the bonnet and the mechanical components underneath, absorbing the majority of pedestrian impact energy and massively reducing the risk of head injuries.

Protection through Innovation

The rear-view mirror and the door mirrors on the driver and passenger sides are electrochrome automatic mirrors. This function allows automatic shift to night-time mode (the mirror becomes slightly tinted) in order to reduce the glare of following vehicles.

The high frequency remote control plip can lock and deadlock all the vehicle's doors. It also activates the volumetric (interior surveillance) and perimetric (door and window surveillance) alarm. A warning light located on the central console and visible from the outside indicates the alarm status. The alarm is automatically deactivated when car is unlocked using the high-frequency remote control.