Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 diesel description
Hatchback Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi has been produced from January, 2014 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 3500 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GTD2355VZ turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 190 up to 330 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Citroen DS5 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 191 km/h.
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi fuel consumption is 3.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (25.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Citroen DS5 2011 - 2015 versions, fuel consumption in city - 4.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 3.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1700 kilometers on highway.
Citroen DS5 safety
During safety testing Citroen DS5 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen DS5 is evaluated with very good rate 89 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection Citroen DS5 got 40 points from 100.
Citroen DS5 safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 97 percents from 100.

Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi technical data
Model: | Citroen DS5 1.6 BlueHDi | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2014. January ... 2015. December | ||
Engine: | 1560 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 120 HP ON 3500 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 191 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.9 (combined) 4.6 (urban) 3.5 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.53m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 468 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1288 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2020 kg |
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi engine DV6FCTED
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 | 1560 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 75 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.3 mm |
Compression ratio | 17 : 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 | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 BlueHDi oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 120 HP ON 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Peugeot 308 Citroen C4 Peugeot 3008 Citroen Berlingo Opel Grandland 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. |
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All Citroen DS5 hatchback [2011 - 2015] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 156 Hp Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 156 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 200 Hp
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 200 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 e-HDi Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Diesel | 112 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen DS5 2014 1.6 BlueHDi
Jan 2014 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 120 HP | 3.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen DS5 2011 2.0 1.6 HDi
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Citroen DS5 2011 2.0 1.6 HDi Automatic
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Citroen DS5 2011 2.0 Hybrid Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Hybrid | 200 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |