Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi

Citroen C3 2005 1.4 diesel description

Hatchback Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 68 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 160 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. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 460 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Citroen C3 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.75 litres.

Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 165 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.4 litres per 100km (22.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Citroen C3 2005 - 2010 version. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 4.8 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen C3 fuel consumption.

Citroen C3 safety

During safety testing Citroen C3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen C3 is evaluated with very good rate 83 from 100, children safety: good mark - 74 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen C3 got 33 points from 100.
Citroen C3 safety equipment has been rated as low - 40 percents from 100.

Citroen C3 2005

Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi technical data

Model: Citroen C3 1.4 HDi
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2007. January ... 2010. January 
Engine: 1399 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 115 g/km
Power: 68 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 165 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.4 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 4.8 l/100km (49 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.85m (length) 1.67m (width) 1.52m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.1 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 305 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1150 litres (with rear seats folded down)

Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi engine HDi (DV4TD 8HZ)

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 460,000 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 C3 2005 1.4 HDi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.75 litres (4 quarts)
Power 68 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 160 NM ON 2000 RPM
Engine manufacturer Peugeot
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Peugeot 307 Peugeot 207

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 hatchback [2005 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Citroen C3 2005 1.1 Nov 2005 — Mai 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.1 Petrol 61 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2006 1.1 Mai 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.1 Petrol 61 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.4 Sep 2005 — Mai 2006 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2007 1.4 Jan 2007 — Jan 2010 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.4 Sep 2005 — Mai 2006 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Citroen C3 2006 1.4 16V Mai 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.4 16V Sep 2005 — Mai 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Citroen C3 2006 1.4 16V Mai 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.4 HDi Nov 2005 — Mai 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2006 1.4 Mai 2006 — Jan 2010 1.4 Diesel 68 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2007 1.4 HDi Jan 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.6 16V Sep 2005 — Mai 2006

Most powerfull petrol version (110 HP)

1.6 Petrol 110 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C3 2005 1.6 16V Sep 2005 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (110 HP)

1.6 Petrol 110 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.6 HDi Jan 2005 — Dec 2007

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 1.6 HDi Jan 2005 — Dec 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds

1.6 Diesel 109 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C3 2005 reviews
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