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Citroen C5 ANCAP Crash Test


Citroen C5 (LHD) from 2005 ANCAP Crash Test

Citroen C5 (LHD) 2005 onwards Sedan ANCAP Crash Test
Occupant Protection Score
35.93 out of 37
Pedestrian Protection Rating
7.65
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
CategoryMedium
Body TypeSedan
VariantSedan
Tested Vehicles Built2004
Airbags (if supplied)Front+side+head-protecting side curtains
Engine size2 L
Kerb Weight1490 kg
Test Date28 March 2005
Tested ByEuro NCAP

Important note: The left-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.

Model History and Safety Features

The tested model of Citroen C5 was introduced in Australia during February 2005. It is known unofficially as the "C5 Restyled" or "C5 R" model.

Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. ABS brakes and electronic stability control are also standard. Advanced seat belt reminders are fitted to all seats.

The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pre-tensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point seat belt.

Overall evaluation: 5 stars

The Citroen C5 scored 15.95 out of 16 in the offset crash test. There was a slight risk of serious lower leg injury for the driver.

The vehicle scored 14.98 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver. A further 2 points were scored in the optional pole test.

Frontal offset crash test

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4pts, chest 4pts, upper legs 4pts, lower legs 3.95pts.

The passenger compartment held its shape very well in the offset crash test. The clutch pedal moved rearwards by 48mm and upwards 21mm. The steering wheel hub moved forwards 28mm and downwards 23mm. The front ("A") pillar moved 3mm rearwards. The width of the driver's doorway shortened by 4mm. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash all doors could be opened with normal effort.

The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. Knee protection was good.

Side impact crash teat

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4pts, chest 3.98pts, abdomen 4pts, pelvis 4pts.

A rear door opened during the crash, resulting in a 1pt deduction from the overall score. Euro NCAP reports that Citroen is investigating this problem.

The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags and scored four points for the head in the side impact test. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points.

Modifiers - Offset test scores

HeadNo deduction
ChestNo deduction
Upper legNo deduction
Lower legNo deduction
Foot score4 points
Note:

Steering column and pedal movements are measured relative to the driver's seat.

Other Modifiers

Door opened - 1 point deduction



Injury Measurements

Refer to the information sheet "How the tests are done"

Offset Crash Test
at 64 km/h
(v4.1)

Side Impact
Crash at
50 km/h
(v4.1)
 

Driver

Passenger

Driver

Head

HIC36120472
Acceleration (g for 3ms)48.0137.0925.6 
Head Injury Criterion (HIC) is a measure of the potential for head injury. At a HIC of 1000 one in 6 adults will suffer from life-threatening injury to their brain.

Neck

Shear (kN)0.50.16-
Tension (kN)1.111.2-
Extension (Nm)6.237.64-

Chest

Acceleration (g for 3ms)---
Compression (mm)18.54.8722.09
Viscous Criterion (m/s)0.040.050.19
Chest compression of 75 or more, or chest acceleration of 90 or more indicates poor protection from serious chest injury.

Abdomen

Force (kN)  0.77

Pelvis

Force (kN)  2.87

Upper Legs

Force Left (kN)0.850.49 
Force Right (kN)0.880.3 
Knee Disp. Left (mm)0.190 
Knee Disp. Right (mm)1.390 
An upper leg axial force of 10.9 or more indicates poor protection from serious upper leg (femur) injury.

Lower Legs

Force Left (kN)1.761.6 
Force Right (kN)2.071.03 
Index (upper/lower) Left0.32/0.370.4/0.16 
Index (upper/lower) Right0.15/0.220.26/0.12 
A lower leg index of 1.2 or more indicates poor protection from serious lower leg (tibia) injury.

Bonus points (maximum 5):

Pole test:2 ptsSeat belt reminders:2 pts

Pedestrian rating

Child head impacts6.65Upper leg impacts0
Adult head impacts1Lower leg impacts0
Total7.65 

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