Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i

Citroen Xsara 1998 1.6 petrol description

Coupe Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i has been produced from May, 1999 to September, 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 178 km/h.

Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there are also two other Citroen Xsara versions - with manual gearbox (Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i MT), and with manual gearbox (Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i MT) available:
  • Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 13.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.7 litres per 100 km
  • Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 13.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.7 litres per 100 km
Citroen Xsara 1998

Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.6i technical data

Model: Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.6i
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1999. May ... 2000. September 
Engine: 1587 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 189 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 135 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 178 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.8 (combined) 10.8 (urban) 6.0 (highway)
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
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.

All Citroen Xsara coupe [1998 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 90 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen Xsara 1998 reviews
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