Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V

Citroen Xsara 1998 1.8 petrol description

Coupe Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V has been produced from March, 1998 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 112 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 155 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Citroen Xsara 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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

Citroen Xsara 1998 Coupe 1.8i 16V technical data

Model: Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.8i 16V
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1998. March ... 2000. May 
Engine: 1761 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 198 g/km
Power: 112 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 155 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.3 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.1 l/100km (29 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 1.8i 16V engine XU7JP4

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.
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 1761 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 81.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.4 : 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 1.8i 16V oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 112 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 155 NM ON 4250 RPM
Engine manufacturer Peugeot
Start of production (year) 1996
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards.

Engine also used on Peugeot 306 Citroen Xantia

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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