Geneva LIVE: Citroen C4 Cactus Adventure concept

Mar 5, 2014, 9:30am ET

The C4 Cactus Adventure gains a host of modifications designed to increase its off-road capacity.

France's Citroën has debuted a more rugged version of the all-new C4 Cactus appropriately dubbed C4 Cactus Adventure.

As its name loosely implies, the C4 Cactus Adventure gains a host of modifications designed to increase its off-road capacity. The upgrades include a noticeably raised ground clearance, skid plates on both ends, plastic cladding over the wheel arches and discreet metal guards designed to protect the headlights and tail lamps. Black five-lug steel wheels mounted on all-terrain tires help the Cactus conquer even the roughest terrain with aplomb.

In addition to a roof box with integrated spot lights, the concept packs seven small cameras that allow occupants to capture high-definition movies of their off-road endeavors. One of the cameras is mounted on the hood and the others are located on the roof rack.

Technical details are not available so we can't tell whether the rugged Cactus is front- or all-wheel drive. The regular-production model that debuted alongside the concept is powered by a selection of small-displacement gas- and diesel-burning engines that spin the front wheels. Citroën has not indicated what the future holds for the C4 Cactus Adventure. It could announce the arrival of a more rugged, four-wheel drive version of the C4 Cactus, it could hint at a limited-edition model equipped with an appearance package or it could be merely a one-off show car.

Live images by Ronan Glon.