Citroën C4 Picasso

Citroën C4 Picasso
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

The Citroën C4 Picasso is a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) that saw minimal market presence in Norway during 2019, with 19 new registrations recorded that year. The model has been subject to 9 recalls registered in the EU Safety Gate database.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerPeugeot
Body typeMPV
FuelDiesel
Engine power91 kW (122 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)108 g/km
Kerb weight1,386 kg

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 1 European country that registered the Citroën C4 Picasso in 2025 (5 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Citroën C4 Picasso (from registration data). 9 variants.

Engine variants for Citroën C4 Picasso
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.2 l · 3-cyl203 km/h
1.2 l · 3-cyl203 km/h
1.4 l · 4-cyl182 km/h
1.5 l · 4-cyl204 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl194 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl201 km/h
1.7 l · 4-cyl185 km/h
2.0 l · 4-cyl206 km/h
2.0 l · 4-cyl211 km/h

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Generations

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Recalls & safety

12 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Citroën C4 Picasso. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-02-17

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)

    A problem with an internal component of the electric power steering electronic management device could result in a reduction in the steering assistance when driving or during manoeuvres.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-12-11

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    The starter motor supply terminal may come into contact with an engine component. This could lead to damage to the supply terminal and to a short circuit. As a result, it may be impossible to start the vehicle.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-10-06

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    Overheating of the engine may lead to engine failure.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-04-06

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The reverse locking ring of the gear lever might break. As a result first gear may be engaged instead of reverse, which could lead to the car going the wrong way and causing an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-03-13

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    As a consequence oil might leak which presents a skid hazard for following traffic.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-09-21

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    A defect in the locking mechanism may result in unintended unlocking or opening of the doors.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-03-25

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    This could lead to the loss of the outer skin of the bonnet causing an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-12-15

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Malta)

    Components of the suspensions may break while driving, which may cause a loss of control of the vehicle.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-06-19

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Malta)

    In the case of negative exterior temperatures, and after repeated activation of the fuel heater, an electric connection on the cover of the fuel heater can overheat. This can cause the cover to melt, allowing air to enter the fuel system which could lead to stalling of the engine and loss of control of the car.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-11-27

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    The fixing screws for the front suspension wishbones could break, which could make it difficult for the driver to control the vehicle.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-12-16

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    This could lead to unnoticed overheating of the engine, which may leak oil and also fail, increasing the risk of accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-09-21

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Citroën recalls.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Citroën C4 Picasso have?
The Citroën C4 Picasso produces 91 kW (122 hp).
How much does the Citroën C4 Picasso weigh?
The Citroën C4 Picasso has a kerb weight of about 1,386 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Citroën C4 Picasso?
The Citroën C4 Picasso emits 108 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).