From October 2010 the revised Citroen C4 Picasso range will hit UK showrooms, having been debuted at the Paris Motor Show.

Most intriguing is that the update marks the introduction of Citroen's e-HDI 'micro-hybrid' technology in the UK. It's really just a posh engine start-stop system linked to a 110bhp HDi diesel engine and a six-speed automatic transmission, but it results in impressive efficiency.

The system uses a reversible alternator that captures brake energy to charge the battery, as well as performing start-stop duties. With it, the C4 Picasso returns 58.9mpg on the combined cycle and the Grand Picasso 57.6mpg. Emissions are 125- and 132g/km respectively.

The facelift is standard issue stuff, including a mild front-end redesign, new rear light clusters and some daytime LEDs for more expensive models. Buyers can also order a 'black top', which paints the door handles, mirror caps and alloy centre caps in gloss black. VTR+ models now get rear parking sensors, electric mirrors and Bluetooth as standard.

No word on the interior (or images) so we guess Citroen is holding that back for Paris. We'll report back in a few days.

Mark Nichol - 27 Sep 2010