Citroen C8 2002 2.9 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic has been produced from September, 2002 to January, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 207 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 285 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-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 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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This Citroen C8 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.25 litres.
Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km (8.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic technical data
| Model: | Citroen C8 3.0i V6 Automatic | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2002. September ... 2004. January | ||
| Engine: | 2946 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 275 g/km |
| Power: | 207 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 285 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 205 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.5 (combined) 15.8 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.73m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.86m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 7 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 225 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2948 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2540 kg | ||
Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic engine ES9J4S
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 2946 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.9 : 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 | Injection |
| Citroen C8 2002 3.0i V6 Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.25 litres (5.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 207 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Citroen C5 |
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| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen C8 2002 2.0i 16V
Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C8 2004 2.0i 16V
Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2002 2.0i 16V Automatic Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 | 2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen C8 2004 2.0i 16V Automatic Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen C8 2002 2.0i HDI 16V Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2004 2.0i HDI 16V Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2003 2.0i HDI 16V Automatic Jun 2003 — Jan 2004 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen C8 2004 2.0i HDI 16V Automatic Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen C8 2005 2.0 HDiF 16V 109 Hp Automatic Apr 2005 — Nov 2006 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Citroen C8 2006 2.0 HDiF 16V 138 Hp
Jul 2006 — Jan 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 138 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Citroen C8 2002 2.2i 16V Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 | 2.2 Petrol | 160 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2004 2.2i 16V Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 2.2 Petrol | 160 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2005 2.2i 16V Apr 2005 — Mar 2006 | 2.2 Petrol | 160 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2002 2.2i HDI 16V Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 | 2.2 Diesel | 130 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen C8 2004 2.2i HDI 16V Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 2.2 Diesel | 130 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Citroen C8 2005 2.2 HDiF 16V Apr 2005 — Jul 2006 | 2.2 Diesel | 130 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C8 2002 2.9 3.0i V6 Automatic
Sep 2002 — Jan 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 208 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Citroen C8 2004 2.9 3.0i V6 Automatic
Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 208 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |