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Citroen C1 II (Phase I, 2014 5-door) 1.0 VTi (72 Hp) ETG
Overall Rating
Citroen C1:
The Citroën C1 is a city car marketed by Citroën from June 2005 to January 2022, originally developed as part of the B-Zero project by PSA Peugeot Citroën in a joint venture with Toyota, with two generations produced.
The C1 was developed along with two badge engineered variants, the Peugeot 107, which is mostly identical to the C1 aside from its front bumper fascia and front and rear lights, and the Toyota Aygo, which is slightly more differentiated. The three siblings debuted at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show and were manufactured at the facilities of the TPCA joint venture in the city of Kolín, Czech Republic....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (Phase I, 2014 5-door) Overview:
Citroen C1 (II (Phase I, 2014 5-door)). With 93 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.9 l/100km). Weighing only 860 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.2 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 VTi (72 Hp) ETG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sluggish acceleration due to the ETG automated manual transmission, offering a less engaging drive.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is slightly worse than the manual version, but still reasonable for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across the range
- • Extremely compact and maneuverable for city driving
- • Low running costs and affordable purchase price
- • Surprisingly spacious for front occupants
- • Reliable Toyota-derived engines
Cons:
- • Limited boot space and rear passenger room
- • Basic interior materials and features on lower trims
- • Noisy at higher speeds, especially with 1.0L engines
- • Automated manual (ETG) gearbox can be unrefined
- • Limited power for sustained highway cruising (except 1.2 PureTech)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase III, 2012 3-door): 2012 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C1 |
| Generation: | II (Phase I, 2014 5-door) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 VTi (72 Hp) ETG |
| Start of production: | April, 2018 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 72 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 93 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CFB 1KR [Same engine] More details about the engine CFB 1KR |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.1 l |
| Coolant: | 3.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6c |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 83.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 860 |
| Max. weight: | 1240 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 380 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 780 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 196 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3466 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Width: | 1615 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2340 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1884 mm |
| Front track: | 1425 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Front overhang: | 666 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 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 | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ETG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 200 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/65 R14; 165/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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