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Citroen Berlingo I (Phase I, 1996) 1.9 D (71 Hp)
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Citroen Berlingo:
The Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Partner are a range of minivans produced since 1996 and marketed under the Citroën and Peugeot marque. They are sold as light commercial vehicles or as a passenger multi-purpose-vehicle variant with rear seats and windows. They were initially a product of the French PSA Group, which later became part of the multinational Stellantis conglomerate. The third generation has also been sold under the Opel and Vauxhall Motors marques as the Combo, by Toyota as the Proace City from 2019, and by Fiat as the Doblò from 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (Phase I, 1996) Overview:
Citroen Berlingo (I (Phase I, 1996)). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1185 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.9 s). The top speed reaches 142 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 D (71 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is quite sluggish, struggling significantly with acceleration and highway speeds, especially when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Offers decent, albeit not class-leading, fuel economy for a naturally aspirated diesel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior
- • Good cargo capacity
- • Practical and robust design
- • Generally reliable engines
- • Affordable running costs (especially diesels)
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and materials
- • Modest performance on lower trims
- • Dated safety features compared to modern standards
- • Utilitarian aesthetics may not appeal to all
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I, 1996): 1996 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | Berlingo |
| Generation: | I (Phase I, 1996) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 D (71 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 71 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 38 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DW8 More details about the engine DW8 |
| Engine displacement: | 1868 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.2 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 142 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 59.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1185 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max load: | 655 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 624 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4108 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1698 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1802 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1426 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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