Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i
Citroen Xsara 1998 1.6 petrol description
Coupe Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i has been produced from March, 1998 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 135 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-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 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Citroen Xsara 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.25 litres.
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 183 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Citroen is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Citroen Xsara fuel consumption.

Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i technical data
Model: | Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.6i | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1998. March ... 2000. May | ||
Engine: | 1587 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 184 g/km |
Power: | 90 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 135 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 183 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 54 litres (14.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.17m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.40m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1100 kg |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i engine TU5JP
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1587 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.6 : 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 Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 3.25 litres (3.4 quarts) |
Power | 88 - 95 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 - 140 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
Start of production (year) | 1993 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Peugeot 206 Peugeot 306 Citroen Xsara Picasso Peugeot 106 |
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 Xsara coupe [1998 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.4i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i Mar 1998 — Mai 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i Mar 1998 — Mai 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1999 Coupe 1.6i Mai 1999 — Sep 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i Mar 1998 — Mai 1999 | 1.8 Petrol | 103 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V Mar 1998 — Mai 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 112 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.9 D
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.9 TD
Mar 1998 — Mai 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 2.0i 16V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 167 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara 1999 Coupe 2.0 HDI
Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |