Interesting Facts About the Citroën C5 RD
The Citroën C5 is a large family car that was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën from 2000 to 2018 in France and continued in China until 2022. The third‑generation version, often identified by the internal code RD, was built between 2008 and 2017.
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Launch and Global Production
The C5 debuted in the early 2000s and was manufactured in France for eighteen years (2000‑2018). Production was also carried out in China from 2008 through 2022, giving the model a worldwide presence across two decades.
Three Generations, Distinct Redesigns
The first generation (2001‑2007) was offered as a five‑door liftback or station wagon and received a mid‑life update in 2004. A second generation arrived in 2008, followed by the third generation—known as the C5 III (RD)—which was produced from 2008 to 2017, illustrating a clear evolution in styling and engineering.
Signature Comfort Suspension
Citroën equipped the C5 with a special suspension system that helps the car glide smoothly over bumps, earning it a reputation for being super comfortable—an attribute highlighted in Citroën’s own facts for kids.
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