The 2025 C4 with a petrol manual is typically fitted with a small turbo three‑cylinder (e.g. 1.2 PureTech) and a 6‑speed manual — a compact, efficient combo but not as frugal on long motorway runs as diesel or hybrid alternatives. As a near‑new car you'll usually have manufacturer warranty cover and dealer servicing; manuals remove the complexity of dual‑clutch boxes but you should be comfortable with the clutch feel and actuation on test. Citroen parts and dealer support are common in Ireland, so routine maintenance and any software/recall updates are straightforward to arrange.

• Clutch engagement and biting point — ensure no slipping, judder or unusually high pedal travel (manuals can show early clutch wear if used city‑only).
• Confirm all dealer recall/software updates completed and no persistent warning lights on the dash.
• Tyre manufacture date and even wear across the tyre — new car tyres can still age if car spent time unused.
• Front bumper, lower valance and undertray for stone chips or scuffs (common after short first-year use).
• Infotainment and driver‑aid functions: camera/lane‑assist, reversing camera and Bluetooth pairing work reliably.