Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi has been produced from July, 2008 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard.
More engine specs
This Citroen C4 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100km (14.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen C4 fuel consumption.
Citroen C4 safety
During safety testing Citroen C4 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen C4 is evaluated with very good rate 87 from 100, children safety: good mark - 78 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen C4 got 46 points from 100.
Citroen C4 safety equipment has been rated as very good - 89 percents from 100.
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi technical data
| Model: | Citroen C4 1.6 VTi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2008. July ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 159 g/km |
| Power: | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 (combined) 9.3 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7 l/100km (33.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.27m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1023 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1731 kg | ||
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi engine VTI 120 (EP6 5FW)
| Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 60,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
| Start of production (year) | 2006 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2009 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Peugeot 308 Peugeot 207 Citroen C5 Citroen C4 Picasso Peugeot 3008 and 7 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Citroen C4 hatchback [2008 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi | 1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 THP
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 THP
Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 92 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Citroen C4 2008 2.0 HDiF
Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 138 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Citroen C4 2008 2.0 HDiF
Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 138 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |