Chic city van

Looks aren’t deceiving; Citroën C2 Enterprise looks like it will go just about anywhere and fit in the smallest of spaces – and it does

ENGINE 1.4HDI 70hp
MPG (combined) 65.7
CO2 113g/km

Citroën’s smallest LCV, the C2 Enterprise, is a pleasing option if you’re looking for a practical, good looking and environmentally friendly workhorse. A compact 3.67 metres long but packing a load space of 0.84m³ and payload of 331kg, the C2 Enterprise is also cost effective to run.
    
It’s the smallest van I’ve ever had the pleasure of driving; the C2 Enterprise is about the length of a Toyota Yaris but as it’s a van there are only two seats, the rear part is for transporting goods. It’s nippy, however, a full load naturally slows it down.

New looks
The small and compact C2 Enterprise has had a bit of a makeover resulting in a more assertive look. The bonnet has been redesigned along with the front bumper and grille giving it a more sporty appearance. The latest round of improvements also includes improved audio equipment and an upgraded optional a/c pack.
    
Based on the Citroën C2 car range, the Enterprise van also provides high levels of safety, road holding and comfort. The Euro IV, 70hp, 1.4HDi common rail diesel engine emits CO2 emissions of 113g/km. This is also the only engine available but it’s none the worse for that. The engine is coupled to a five-speed manual gearbox.
    
Round town the C2 Enterprise can achieve over 50mpg and on the open road it can reach 65.7mpg, making it one of the most economical diesel vans on the market. It’s easy to handle and works well on the motorway even though a city-environment is a better fit. With a turning circle of a mere 9.6m (kerb-to-kerb) it can take you to places other vehicles cannot reach and you can park it just about anywhere.

Safety
Even though it’s pretty small, its size doesn’t make it feel unsafe at all; the van actually provides leading levels of active and passive safety; it received a four-star Euro NCAP rating.
    
ABS brakes are standard, with the added benefit of Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Emergency Braking Assistance.
    
Other safety features include an adaptive driver’s airbag, a passenger’s airbag with cut-off device, and automatic activation of the hazard warning lights should sudden deceleration or impact occur.
    
The cab interior is surprisingly roomy and comfortable. There is plenty of oddment stowage space and several cup-holders. Beneath the height- and reach-adjustable steering column you will find another shelf, with a further one to the right.
    
The MP3-compatible RDS stereo radio/CD player features steering-wheel-mounted remote controls, making it easy to skip to your favourite songs.
    
The rear provides only limited storage space at 0.84m3, however, it’s very practical when it comes to loading as it has a unique two-piece rear door for loading convenience. The load compartment is separated from the passenger compartment with a full height bulkhead as standard.
    
The load box’s sides well protected against minor scratches and scrapes by carpet and plastic mouldings. The four anchorage points and full-width low-level load restraints in the load space, along with a full-height mesh bulkhead to keep the load area separate, mean both you and your load are equally protected whilst on the move.
    
If you’re looking for a van with a touch of style the C2 Enterprise is a viable alternative. Not quite big enough for someone in the construction trade, however, it will comfortably transport smaller tools. And its CO2 emissions of 113g/km make this one of the cleanest vans on the market.