Citroen C3 2016 1.2
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Citroen C3 2016 1.2 has been produced from January, 2016 to December, 2020. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 82 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 118 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 400 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Citroen C3 1.2 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 3.25 litres.
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Citroen C3 2016 1.2 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.6 litres per 100km (21.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 5.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100 km, which is 35% 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 88 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen C3 got 59 points from 100.
Citroen C3 safety equipment has been rated as average - 58 percents from 100.

Citroen C3 2016 1.2 technical data
Model: | Citroen C3 1.2 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2016. January ... 2020. December | ||
Engine: | 1199 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 105 g/km |
Power: | 82 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 118 NM ON 2750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 177 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 (combined) 5.6 (urban) 4.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km (37.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.00m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 922 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1510 kg |
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 engine EB2
Engine reliability:
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 | 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 2016 1.2 oil type | 0W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.25 litres (3.4 quarts) |
Power | 82 HP ON 5750 RPM |
Torque | 118 NM ON 2750 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
Start of production (year) | 2012 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Engine also used on | Peugeot 308 Citroen C1 Peugeot 2008 Opel Crossland 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. |
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All Citroen C3 hatchback [2016 - 2020] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C3 2016 1.2
Sep 2016 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 68 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 82 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.2
Sep 2016 — Dec 2018 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.4 seconds |
1.2 Petrol | 110 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.2
Sep 2016 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull petrol version (110 HP) |
1.2 Petrol | 110 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 PureTech Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.2 LPG | 82 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2018 1.5 BlueHDi
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (102 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 102 HP | 3.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.6 BlueHDi
Sep 2016 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 75 HP | 3.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C3 2016 1.6 BlueHDi Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.6 Diesel | 100 HP | 3.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |