The new model rides on the EMP2 platform, borrowed from the C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso, and it comes in three versions, XS, M and XL, with a 4.60m, 4.95m and 5.30m long wheelbase, respectively, and a maximum boot volume of 1,978 liters, 2,381 liters and 2,932 liters. Citroen's passenger version promises room for up to nine people, easy access to the cabin thanks to the sliding side doors and two personalization levels, called the Feel and the Business.
The first one is designed for large families and brings a modular interior, with sliding seats on rails and reclining backs that can fold down, available in one of the three lengths, with five, seven or eight seats, while the latter is aimed for professional passenger transport use in mind and can seat up to 9 people.
Features found on the new SpaceTourer include hands-free access, which unlocks the sliding door on the driver's side with a simple movement of the foot under the corner of the rear bumper, opening rear window for optimal boot loading, motorized sliding side doors, Claudia black leather trim and the usual audio jack and USB socket.
Citroen has include a new 7-inch tablet to the list, used to control all the media, navigation and telephone functions, Mirror Screen tech, Connect Nav, head-up display, Park Assist 180°, Grip Control and Smart beam headlight function.
Safety features include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, Road Sign Recognition, Coffee Break Alert advising drivers to take a break after two hours of continuous driving, Driver Attention Alert that monitors the driver's behavior, alerting via a sound and visual signal if the concentration level decreases, Collision Alert, Active Safety Break and Active Cruise Control.
Five powertrain options are available, all BlueHDi diesel burners, with outputs ranging between 95PS (94hp) and 180PS (177hp). The new Citroen SpaceTourer will debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, on March 1.
