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Locations where a Fee is Payable - Europe
To collect or return your car outside of France, an additional fee applies

 
ACCESSORIES
All items are being purchased by the customer, not rented

 

 

GPS
Satellite Navigation GPS CDROM by NAVTEQ available for Pre Purchase
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Manual / Auto gearbox

An electronically controlled manual gearbox, the Man/Auto features electronically managed clutch and gear-shift functions. As a result, the car has no clutch pedal and the gear lever — which remains present — has no mechanical link with the gearbox.

The Man/Auto gearbox is managed by a control unit, which controls two actuators. One actuator changes gears while the other, which is equipped with a facing wear compensation system, opens and closes the clutch. The gearbox control unit also dialogues with the engine control unit.

This sophisticated electronic management system takes into account all the parameters necessary for efficient gear-changing: gear lever, accelerator, brake, engine and gearbox rpm, vehicle speed, ABS, ESP, engine torque and temperature. In this way, when the gearbox control unit receives an order — in either operating mode — to change speeds, it briefly cuts off the engine’s power flow, disengages the clutch, changes gears, engages the clutch and authorises power to be restored. These operations are sequenced as quickly as possible to minimise the break in acceleration.

The Man/Auto gearbox reaps the benefits of the experience acquired by PSA Peugeot Citroën with the auto-adaptive gearbox. To avoid changing gears too frequently, gear shifts are conducted at different speeds during acceleration and deceleration.

The technology of the Man/Auto gearbox brings improvements in many areas:

* Comfort: In automatic mode, the driver does not have to change gears: a major advantage in heavy traffic. In manual mode, the driver no longer has to take a hand off the wheel to select the gear required.
* Safety: Eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, the driver concentrates on the road ahead. A dashboard indicator shows the current gear-speed and mode of operation.
* Consumption: Automatic mode optimises gear shift management to bring savings of 0.2 l/100 km in a standard combined cycle.CITROEN LEASING Terms & Conditions

ELIGIBILITY:
Citroën DriveEurope customers are eligible for a new tax free Citroën with temporary number plates for a minimum period of 17 days and a maximum of 165 days if they are:

1. Tourists, visitors and EU citizens who have resided outside the EU for more than 6 months and are not in receipt of income from EU revenue producing activities and plan to return to their residence outside the EU at the end of their stay.

2. Full time students attending colleges and universities in France can lease a vehicle from 90 days to 12 months.

3. Please note: For Australian & New Zealand residents only.
  
AGE:
The minimum age to lease a new Citroën under this program is 21 years and must have held a full driver's licence for 12 months. There is no upper age limit to lease a vehicle in this program.

WHO CAN DRIVE THE VEHICLE:
By French law, The person holding title to the contract (whose name is repeated on the vehicle registration certificate), their spouse, direct ascendants or descendants may drive the vehicle if they meet all the same conditions for obtaining temporary registration for transit. The contract holder must be in the E.U. during the use of the vehicle.

No other name can be added to the vehicle registration certificate or the insurance documents. The name mentioned there is that of the person who signed the order form. No other person may drive the vehicle other than those who fall into the criteria above.

BANK DETAILS AND PROMISSORY NOTE:
As a condition of providing a vehicle under the Citroën DriveEurope program, as a security measure, Citroën requires you to sign a draft to the order of Citroën Champ De Mars, which represents the difference between the total price of the delivered vehicle and the DriveEurope total. Bank details and the promissory note form part of the Citroën DriveEurope Contract.
At the end of the contract period the customer may return the vehicle to the destination nominated on the Contract unless you have followed the procedures to amend the drop off location. The Promissory Note is then void.

FINAL PAYMENT:
Final payment for your reservation, including the return of your Citroën DriveEurope Contract and personal documents, should be made 6 weeks prior to the date of pick-up in Europe and prior to your departure from Australia. Delays in picking up your vehicle could result should final payment and documents not be received within 6 weeks, or the reservation may be cancelled.

RESERVATION DEPOSIT:
A non-refundable deposit of Australian $500 is required at the time of making your reservation.

CANCELLATION:

AMENDMENT TO RESERVATION:
All amendments to a Citroën DriveEurope Contract must be made 4 weeks prior to the date of pick-up in Europe. A fee of Australian $30 is charged for these amendments, except where new documents are required. A re-issue fee of Australian $60 will apply. Please note: No changes are permitted to car type or pick-up point within 4 weeks of collection.

NAME CHANGES:
Citroen do not allow name changes to bookings. If a booking needs to be changed to a different name, you would have to cancel your original booking and rebooked. (Cancellation fees apply)

ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The Citroën DriveEurope Program is a tax-free sale with a buy-back agreement. Once you have paid for your lease, including any accessories and pick-up and drop-off costs where applicable, your only vehicle costs are fuel. Vehicles are delivered to you with 15 litres of petrol or 10 litres of diesel fuel. Tolls, Motorways and vehicle parking costs are not included.

It is important that you return all the keys, key code card and insurance and registration papers. A charge will apply to the contract holders at the time of the vehicle return if these items are not returned with the vehicle.

DRIVER'S LICENCE:
The driver(s) must have held a full Australian driver's licence and an International Driver's Licence for 12 months and it is recommended that all drivers have an International Driver's Licence. These must be presented as well as a valid passport and a copy of the contract to pick up the vehicle.

SERVICE COSTS:
The service intervals for Citroën are 1,500 / 2,500 kilometres free first service followed by 15,000 / 20,000 kilometre service intervals for diesel / petrol powered vehicles which are the responsibility of the user of the vehicle. Tyre punctures and tyre and wheel damage or vandalism of any kind is at the leasee's expense.

PICK UP AND DROP-OFF COSTS:
Pick-up and drop-off of Citroën DriveEurope vehicles are free of cost within France. Charges are applicable to pick-up and drop-off of vehicles in other European cities.

TYRES:
All vehicles are supplied with standard tyres. Snow tyres are only available by private purchase. Tyre punctures and tyre and wheel damage or vandalism of any kind is at the leasee's expense.

CONTRACT EXTENSION COSTS:
While travelling you can arrange an extension of the Citroën DriveEurope Contract by contacting Citroën Champ De Mars, 25 rue de Constantinople 75008 Paris, Telephone 33 1 53 04 34 80. A request for a contract extension should be made 10 days prior to the expiration date of the original contract with payment reaching Citroën Champ De Mars 5 days before the expiration date of the original contract.

It is necessary to advise Citroën Champ De Mars of a location to which extension insurance documents can be sent to you. If the extension payment is not made, the vehicle will only be insured for the initial contract period. Extensions are calculated on a daily rate according to Citroën Champ De Mars extension pricing, which is a higher daily rate than the published daily rate on the Citroën Australia price list.

OPENING HOURS:
Please check with Citroen DriveEurope to confirm the opening hours of pick up and drop off locations. Some locations require appointments 72 hours in advance if not arriving by a scheduled flight.

PICK UP OF VEHICLE:
When ready to pick-up your Citroën vehicle you must have your valid passport, a full and valid driver's licence, an international driver's licence and the copy of the Citroën DriveEurope Contract to present to the Citroën DriveEurope staff.

DROP OFF OF VEHICLE:
All Citroën DriveEurope vehicles must be returned to the destination listed on the customer's Citroën Champ De Mars Contract and letter of confirmation or the booking agent confirmation. If delivered to another location additional charges will apply to the customer or the booking agent.

It is important to contact your return destination by telephone 48 hours in advance to advise of the return of the vehicle. The telephone number of your return destination is provided in your Citroën DriveEurope letter of confirmation.

AMENDMENTS TO DROP OFF:
Amendments to drop off location can only be arranged by contacting the Citroen office in Paris at least 72 hours prior to your return date. Some additional charges may apply and must be paid prior to the return of the vehicle.

REFUNDS:
A refund of unused days after the collection of the car is possible. A minimum of 36 days will be retained before a refund is considered. For students there is no refund under 90 days and if over 90 days, 30 days will be retained before a refund is considered. Please forward your request to Citroen DriveEurope or your agent.

An administration fee of AUD $50 will be applied to process all refund requests by Citroen DriveEurope subject to change on the refund issue. Travel insurance is recommended.

DRIVE SIDE:
All Citroën DriveEurope vehicles are supplied as LEFT HAND DRIVE.

INSURANCE:
Not covered by insurance are punctured or damaged tyres, loss or non return of the vehicles keys, registration and insurance papers, incorrect fuel in fuel tank, repairs or work done to your vehicle unless authorised by Citroen Champ de Mars, personal effects, telephone calls, window glass and exterior mirrors.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is the responsibility of the customer. We recommend customers contact a travel agent or an insurance company to obtain travel insurance.

VEHICLE INSURANCE:
The insurance document for the Citroën DriveEurope vehicle will be issued at the time of pick-up of the vehicle. The vehicle is covered for full comprehensive insurance in the countries listed in the brochure. Please note that due to local conditions in Europe, insurance coverage for some countries is subject to change.

Please check with Citroën DriveEurope to ensure the insurance is valid for your destinations. Customers who travel in a country where the insurance is not valid do so at their own risk and shall assume full responsibility for any incidents during the course of their travels in those countries.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE:
Roadside assistance may not be available in some countries where the vehicle insurance policy is in effect. Please contact us for more details.

CONSUMER CLAIMS:
All consumer claims must be lodged in writing within 30 days of the return of the Citroën DriveEurope vehicle. Claims will only be considered upon presentation of original invoices and receipts. Duplicates and photocopies will not be accepted when making a claim.

Only the General Manager, Citroen Champ De Mars in Paris can authorise consumer claims in Europe. Verbal or Written advice from anyone other than the General Manager, Citroen Champ De Mars are not eligible for any claim.

DISCLAIMER:
Ateco Automotive Pty Limited trading as Citroën Australia and Citroën DriveEurope reserves the right to discontinue or change the models, features, specifications, options, designs and prices of the products referred to without incurring any liability whatsoever to any purchaser or prospective purchaser of any such products. Some of the items referred to are at extra cost. Consult Citroën DriveEurope for the latest information on models, specifications, features, prices, options and availability.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Ateco Automotive Pty Limited (hereafter referred to as The Company) issue all Leasing Contracts subject to the terms and conditions specified by the supplier. By accepting the Lease Contract and utilising the services, persons agree that neither The Company nor any of its representatives shall be liable to any person for any loss, injury or damage to such person or their belongings or otherwise in connection with the Lease Contract resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrences beyond its control including breakdown in equipment, strikes, theft, delay or cancellations or of changes in itinerary or schedules etc. Travel documents are the responsibility of the person taking the tour, as is compliance with Customs regulations. The Company reserves the right to deny a booking request. No employee of The Company or affiliated companies or representatives can change the terms under which any person agrees to take up any offer in this brochure.

CITROËN CHAMP DE MARS CUSTOMER CONTRACT:
We recommend that customers read the Terms and Conditions on the reverse side of their copy of the Citroën Champ De Mars Contract and the Assistance TT Brochure. Those Terms and Conditions form part of the Citroën DriveEurope Terms and Conditions. An English translation of the terms and conditions on the contract are provided with each contract.

WHERE CAN I DRIVE MY CITROEN?
Of all tourist leasing operators Citroën DriveEurope offers the broadest range of countries where your comprehensive insurance applies. Vehicles can be driven throughout Western and Eastern Europe such as:

   Frequently Asked Questions

1 - Will I get a new car and what are the purchase taxes such as GST / VAT?
Your Citroën DriveEurope car is a brand new vehicle and under special arrangement with the French government, it is fully tax free.

2 - Is my DriveEurope Citroën insured? 

Citroën DriveEurope includes full comprehensive insurance with no insurance excess.

3 - Please explain the satellite navigation system or GPS System.
Citroën Leasing in Europe offers many models with a satellite navigation system or GPS device fitted. The GPS can provide directions for all roads in France ONLY and most major motorways in Europe. You will need to purchase a separate disc if you require driving directions in other countries. See above for more information on Optional purchase of other countries for Citroën.

4 - Is there a limit on the number of kilometres I can drive my Citroën?

No. You can do as many or as few kilometres as you wish, it has no effect on the price or conditions  

5- What happens if I have a problem with my Drive Europe Citroën Vehicle?
Your Citroën DriveEurope includes a 24 hour free-call emergency service backed by 24 hour roadside assistance and is supported by an extensive Citroën group that covers every country in which you can use your DriveEurope Citroën.

In case of accident, attempted theft, theft or breakdown, in all countries covered by the insurance policy, the 24-hour, 7-day Assistance will provide you technical and/or material assistance with the minimum delay. All information and conditions for this assistance contract are provided in the brochure.

CITROËN Assistance (24h/24 - 7/7) Tel: 0 800 05 24 24 (+33 5 49 25 24 24 outside of France)

6- Who can drive the vehicle? 

By French law, the person holding title to the contract (whose name is repeated on the vehicle registration certificate), their spouse, direct ascendants or descendants may drive the vehicle if they meet all the same conditions for obtaining temporary registration for transit. The contract holder must be in the E.U. during the use of the vehicle.

No other name can be added to the vehicle registration certificate or the insurance documents. The name mentioned there is that of the person who signed the order form. No other person may drive the vehicle other than those who fall into the criteria above.

7 - What if I choose to extend my trip? 

Your Citroën DriveEurope allows you to extend the lease period while you are on your European trip. Additional fees do apply. Simply contact Citroën head office in Paris 10 days prior to the original expiry date, with payment reaching them 5 days prior to the original expiry date, for your lease and insurance policy to be extended.

8 - Who is eligible?

Prior to collection of your Citroën you must have lived outside France for 6 months continuously, and plan to return to a foreign country after your holidays in Europe. You must not be in receipt of any income from a revenue producing activity in France. Students attending Universities or Colleges in France can lease a vehicle for up to 12 months. The minimum age for leasing is 21 years with no upper age limit.

9 - What safety and security equipment is fitted to my DriveEurope Citroën? 

All DriveEurope Citroën's are fitted with ABS brakes, 2 or more airbags, central locking and engine immobiliser as well as power steering and front power windows.

10 - What sort of in-car entertainment does my DriveEurope Citroën come with? 

All DriveEurope Citroën's are fitted with a CD system.

11 - Why are there so many diesels on offer and so few automatics?

In Europe due to environmental concerns diesel fuel is 25% less than petrol and up to 35% more fuel efficient.
There are simply more diesels manufactured. Automatics are also rare for this reason.

12 - Where & how do I collect my Citroën?

One of the best features about leasing a Citroën is the flexibility you have in choosing where to pick up and return your vehicle. All of our pick-up / drop-off points are centrally located at Airports or in the business sector of major cities and towns.

Extra charges apply for pick-up and drop-off destinations outside France.

To collect your Citroën, you are required to produce a copy of your lease Contract (which will be provided to you prior to departure from Australia), your Passport and a valid International Drivers Licence. Only the registered owner can take delivery of the vehicle (name as written on the contract), and the registered owner must return the vehicle. The pickup procedure should take approximately ½ hour in cities, airports and larger towns.

13- Servicing your Citroën?

Your Citroën requires a free service at 1,500 / 2,500 km's then 15,000 / 20,000 km's intervals at your cost.

14- Where can I drive my DriveEurope Citroën? 

Of all tourist leasing operators Citroën DriveEurope offers the broadest range of countries where your comprehensive insurance applies. See list of countries where vehicles can be driven throughout Western and Eastern Europe.

15 - Other important notes: 

Roadside assistance only applies to countries where Citroën DriveEurope insurance coverage applies.

10 litres of diesel or 15 litres of petrol free of charge. Fuel and oil thereafter is at your cost.

The driver(s) Must be 21 years or above and have held a full drivers licence for 12 months and it is recommended that all drivers have an International Driver's Licence.

You must have lived outside of the EU continuously for more than six months and plan to return to your foreign country after your holiday. Additionally, you may not receive an income from an EU enterprise or activity.

 

updated 14/10/09 

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