Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 has been produced from July, 2017 to December, 2018. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 205 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 3-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett NGT1341LSZ turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and ...
This Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 183 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 fuel consumption is 5.5 litres per 100km (18.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100 km, which is 29% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen C3 Aircross fuel consumption.
Citroen C3 Aircross safety
During safety testing Citroen C3 Aircross has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen C3 Aircross is evaluated with very good rate 85 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 82 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen C3 Aircross got 64 points from 100.
Citroen C3 Aircross safety equipment has been rated as average - 60 percents from 100.

Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 technical data
Model: | Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2017. July ... 2018. December | ||
Engine: | 1199 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 124 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 205 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 183 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 (combined) 6.7 (urban) 4.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.15m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.60m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 410 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 520 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1815 kg |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 engine EB2DT
Engine reliability and common problems:
Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft.Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1199 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 3 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 75 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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. However, the timing belt change interval for a particular engine is long enough to be comparable to the life of some engine chains. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 180,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 oil type | 0W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) More service info |
Power | 110 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Peugeot 308 Citroen C3 Opel Combo Peugeot 2008 Citroen C4 and 6 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. |
All Citroen C3 Aircross crossover [2017 - 2021] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 Jul 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.2 Petrol | 82 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2
Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 110 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 Jul 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.2 Petrol | 110 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2
Jul 2017 — Dec 2018 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
1.2 Petrol | 130 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2018 1.5 BlueHDi Jan 2018 — Dec 2021 | 1.5 Diesel | 102 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2018 1.5 BlueHDi
Jan 2018 — Dec 2021 Most powerfull diesel version (120 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 120 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.6 BlueHDI | 1.6 Diesel | 92 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.6 BlueHDI
Jul 2017 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 100 HP | 3.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.6 BlueHDI
Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 Most powerfull diesel version (120 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 120 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |