Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V

Citroen C5 2001 1.7 petrol description

Hatchback Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V has been produced from January, 2003 to September, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 117 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Citroen C5 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 196 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Citroen real everyday fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Citroen C5 fuel consumption.

Citroen C5 safety

During safety testing Citroen C5 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen C5 is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Citroen C5 got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Citroen C5 version with automatic gearbox (Citroen C5 2001 1.7 1.8 16V AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 13.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km.
Citroen C5 2001

Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V technical data

Model: Citroen C5 1.8 16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. January ... 2004. September 
Engine: 1749 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 182 g/km
Power: 117 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 196 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.7 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.1 l/100km (29 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.62m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Gross weight: 1500 kg

Citroen C5 2001 1.8 16V engine EW7J4

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 1749 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82.7 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 81.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.8 : 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 C5 2001 1.8 16V oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 117 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 160 NM ON 4000 RPM
Engine manufacturer Peugeot
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Peugeot 407 Citroen Xsara Picasso

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 C5 hatchback [2001 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Citroen C5 2001 1.7 1.8 16V 1.7 Petrol 117 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2003 1.7 1.8 16V Jan 2003 — Sep 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.7 Petrol 117 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2003 1.7 1.8 16V Sep 2003 — Sep 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.7 Petrol 117 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 1.7 1.8 16V Dec 2001 — Sep 2004 1.7 Petrol 117 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 138 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 138 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2003 2.0 16V Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 2.0 Petrol 138 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 HPi Mar 2001 — Jul 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 HDi

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 90 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2003 2.0 HDi Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 2.0 Diesel 90 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 HDi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 110 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 2.0 HDi 2.0 Diesel 110 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2003 2.0 HDi Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 2.0 Diesel 110 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2001 2.2 HDi 16V Mar 2001 — Sep 2003 2.2 Diesel 136 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2003 2.2 HDi 16V Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 2.2 Diesel 136 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Citroen C5 2001 2.2 HDi 16V 2.2 Diesel 136 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2001 2.9 3.0 V6

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds

2.9 Petrol 207 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Citroen C5 2001 2.9 3.0 V6

Most powerfull petrol version (207 HP)

2.9 Petrol 207 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Citroen C5 2001 reviews
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