Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V
Citroen C4 2008 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V has been produced from July, 2008 to January, 2010. 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 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 C4 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3 litres.
Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 182 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen C4 fuel consumption.
Citroen C4 safety
During safety testing Citroen C4 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen C4 is evaluated with very good rate 87 from 100, children safety: good mark - 78 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen C4 got 46 points from 100.
Citroen C4 safety equipment has been rated as very good - 89 percents from 100.

Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V technical data
Model: | Citroen C4 1.4 16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2008. July ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 1360 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 153 g/km |
Power: | 88 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 133 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 182 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 (combined) 8.7 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.27m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1023 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1702 kg |
Citroen C4 2008 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 C4 2008 1.4 16V oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 3 litres (3.2 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5.8 litres (6.1 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 Citroen C3 Peugeot 206 Citroen C2 and 2 other models |
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All Citroen C4 hatchback [2008 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C4 2008 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 VTi | 1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 THP
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 THP
Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 92 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen C4 2008 1.6 HDiF
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen C4 2008 2.0 HDiF
Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 138 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen C4 2008 2.0 HDiF
Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 138 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |