Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi
Citroen C5 2012 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi has been produced from 2012 to 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard.
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This Citroen C5 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.
Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 71 litres or 18.76 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1140 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1420 kilometers on highway.

Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi technical data
| Model: | Citroen C5 1.6 VTi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 144 g/km |
| Power: | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres (18.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.78m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 439 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2018 kg | ||
Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi engine EP6C 5FS/5FL
| Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 100,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Peugeot |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Citroen C4 Picasso Peugeot 3008 Peugeot 2008 Citroen C4 and 6 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 C5 sedan [2012 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Citroen C5 2012 1.6 VTi
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Citroen C5 2012 1.6 THP
Most powerfull petrol version (156 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 156 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Citroen C5 2012 1.6 THP
Most powerfull petrol version (156 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 156 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Citroen C5 2012 1.6 HDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.6 Diesel | 112 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen C5 2012 1.6 e-HDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 114 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Citroen C5 2012 2.0 HDi | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
|
Citroen C5 2012 2.2 HDi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds |
2.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
