Another week, another compact crossover launch. 2015 Citroen C4 Cactus's contender at least looks different, as you would expect from the kings of whacky, but what is it like to drive? Will it have the measure of the Opel Mokka, Renault Captur and, most importantly, the Ford Ecosport?
The C4 Cactus may well be an overcompensation. Dull it is not; it’s an SUV-style compact crossover hatchback that has basically been bubble-wrapped. The boxy styling and tall proportions are within the accepted range of European oddness, as are the plastic wheel-arch extensions, used to butch up many a front-drive hatchback with minimal ground clearance.