Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI

Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 diesel description

Hatchback Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI has been produced from January, 2004 to December, 2004. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 68 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 150 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and BorgWarner KP35 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Citroen Xsara 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.75 litres.

Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.5 litres per 100km (22.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Citroen Xsara 2003 - 2004 version, city fuel economy - 5.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1200 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1420 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen Xsara fuel consumption.

Citroen Xsara 2003

Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI technical data

Model: Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDI
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2004. January ... 2004. December 
Engine: 1399 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 120 g/km
Power: 68 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 150 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 164 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 16.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.5 (combined) 5.7 (urban) 3.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.2 l/100km (45.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres (14.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.19m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.40m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters
Gross weight: 1100 kg

Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI engine DV4TD 8HX

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1399 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73.7 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 17.9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4 HDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.75 litres (4 quarts)
Power 68 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 150 NM ON 2000 RPM
Engine manufacturer Peugeot
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Citroen C3 Peugeot 206 Citroen C2 Peugeot 1007

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.

All Citroen Xsara hatchback [2003 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Citroen Xsara 2003 1.4i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2004 1.4 HDI Jan 2004 — Dec 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 1.6i 16V 1.6 Petrol 110 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 1.6i 16V

Only version with automatic transmission

1.6 Petrol 110 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen Xsara 2003 1.9 D Jan 2003 — Jan 2004 1.9 Diesel 71 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 2.0i 16V

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds

2.0 Petrol 137 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 2.0 HDI 2.0 Diesel 90 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 2.0 HDI

Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP)

2.0 Diesel 110 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 2003 reviews
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