Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V has been produced from May, 2004 to April, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 88 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 133 Nm (Newton metres) on 3250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 190 000 to 330 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Citroen C3 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3 litres.
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6 litres per 100km (16.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100 km, which is 17% 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 four stars, and for pedestrian protection Citroen C3 got two stars.

Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V technical data
Model: | Citroen C3 1.4 16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2004. May ... 2005. April | ||
Engine: | 1360 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 88 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 133 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 (combined) 7.6 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7 l/100km (33.6 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: | 10.5 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 305 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1150 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1506 kg |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V engine ET3J4
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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 | 1360 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 75 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 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 | Injection |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 16V oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 3 litres (3.2 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
Power | 88 HP ON 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Peugeot 307 Peugeot 206 Citroen C4 Citroen C2 and 2 other models |
All Citroen C3 hatchback [2002 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C3 2002 1.1
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 61 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 Mar 2002 — Jan 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 Mar 2002 — Apr 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Citroen C3 2003 1.4i 16V
Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 88 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2004 1.4 16V
Mai 2004 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 HDi
Mar 2002 — Jan 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.4 Diesel | 68 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2004 1.4 HDi Jan 2004 — Dec 2005 | 1.4 Diesel | 68 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.4 HDi 16V
Nov 2002 — Apr 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (92 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 92 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.6 16V
Mar 2002 — Jan 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2002 1.6 16V
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most powerfull petrol version (110 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |