We've got a creeping sense of déjà vu.

Not half an hour ago did we receive details of Peugeot's first foray into the world of 4x4s with the new 4007. And now, shock of shocks, Citroen announces details of its equally ground-breaking SUV, the C-Crosser.

Before we get too cynical about the wisdom of reskinning dentical cars, perhaps we should take a closer look.

The C-Crosser will run on a 2.2-litre direct common-rail injection diesel engine developing 156bhp. Why, that's completely different to the 4007's 2.2-litre direct common-rail... ah.

But wait. The C-Crosser is capable of running on 30 per cent biodiesel without modifications, whereas the 4007 will run on 30 per... well, you get the picture.

To be fair, Citroen has attempted to distinguish its SUV from the Pug by highlighting its off-road capabilities. The C-Crosser has the choice of three transmission settings - two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, and a lock setting designed for low grip conditions.

With MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension combined with 18-inch tyres, the Citroen should at least be capable of tackling the speed bumps at the school gate. Feel like you've heard that one before?

We reckon the front end of the Citroen is a touch friendlier as well, with the bonnet creases and the oversized chevron giving a wrinkle-nosed appearance to the C-Crosser. The subtler grill looks less like it has been designed specifically as a pedestrian grater, too.

Fold-flat second- and third-row seats will give the C-Crosser a vast storage space, while a two-section tailgate should make loading a simple task, as well as providing an al fresco seat.

The C-Crosser goes on sale in the next summer. About the same time as a certain Peugeot, then.

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Citroen C-Crosser - June 25, 2007