Citroen C3 2016 1.2

Citroen C3 2016 1.2 petrol description

Hatchback Citroen C3 2016 1.2 has been produced from September, 2016 to December, 2020. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Citroen C3 2016 - 2020 version 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 1.2 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.

Citroen C3 2016 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Citroen C3 2016 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen C3 2016 1.2 fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km (20.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 6.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 6.6 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.

With the same engine there is also Citroen C3 version with manual gearbox (Citroen C3 2016 1.2 MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.5 seconds faster (in 10.4 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 4.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km.
Citroen C3 1.2 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Citroen C3 2016

Citroen C3 2016 1.2 technical data

Model: Citroen C3 1.2
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2016. September ... 2020. December 
Engine: 1199 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders CO2 emissions: 110 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: 188 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.9 (combined) 6.1 (urban) 4.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 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: 1640 kg

Citroen C3 2016 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
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 2016 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 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2017 onwards.

Engine also used on Peugeot 308 Opel Combo Peugeot 2008 Citroen C4 and 7 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 hatchback [2016 - 2020] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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
Most fuel efficient petrol version

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)
Only version with automatic transmission

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)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

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)
Citroen C3 2016 reviews
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