Why is the used Citroën C6 so cheap?
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The low price of used Citroën C6 is due to higher maintenance costs in the long run. Here are the specific details about the Citroën C6: 1. Powertrain: The Citroën C6 is equipped with two turbocharged engines, a 1.6T and a 1.8T, delivering maximum power of 170 horsepower and 211 horsepower, and maximum torque of 260 Nm and 300 Nm, respectively. The transmission systems paired with these engines are a 6-speed automatic and an 8-speed automatic transmission. 2. Vehicle positioning: The Citroën C6 is positioned as a mid-to-large luxury sedan, with body dimensions of 4980/1858/1475 mm in length, width, and height, and a wheelbase of 2900 mm.
I was also puzzled by how unbelievably cheap the used Citroën C6 was when I previously considered it. As a classic French car, there are actually many reasons: Firstly, this car doesn’t sell well as a new model, and manufacturers often slash prices to clear inventory—new cars are already discounted by 30%, so the used market naturally crashes even faster. Secondly, French cars are notoriously difficult to maintain in China, with many small towns lacking specialized repair shops. Getting a replacement part can take half a month, so fewer people are willing to take them on. Another issue is fuel consumption—a 2.0T engine guzzling 12L/100km in city driving is common, and with today’s high fuel prices, who can afford that? Here’s a lesser-known fact: this car has frequent minor electronic glitches, like a blacked-out infotainment screen or false sensor alerts, and repairs can easily cost thousands. Finally, there’s the depreciation curse—after three years, the value is halved. My neighbor bought a nearly new one for 80,000 yuan last year, and this year, even listing it at 50,000 yuan drew no interest.
