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Citroen C5 II Tourer (Phase I, 2008) 2.7 HDi Biturbo V6 (204 Hp) FAP Automatic
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Citroen C5:
The Citroën C5 is a large family car produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 2000 and 2018 in France, and between 2008 and 2022 in China, over two generations. It replaced the Citroën Xantia, in the large family car class, and is the first modern Citroën with "Cx" naming nomenclature, previously used by its ancestors, the C4 and C6 from 1930. A crossover, unrelated to the previous generations, was released in 2021, with crossover styling and marketed as the Citroën C5 X. @media all and }@media all and body. skin-vector-2022. mw-parser-output. tocleft. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-both. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-none}....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Tourer (Phase I, 2008) Overview:
Citroen C5 (II Tourer (Phase I, 2008)). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1802 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 222 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.7 HDi Biturbo V6 (204 Hp) FAP Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, smooth V6 power with excellent torque, making it effortless for long-distance cruising and towing.
Fuel Economy
Despite the power, fuel economy is respectable for a V6 diesel, though FAP maintenance is a consideration.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort (especially with Hydractive suspension)
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Refined interior quality for its class
- • Strong diesel engine options
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Early THP engines had reliability concerns
- • Complex electronics and Hydractive suspension can lead to costly repairs
- • Older automatic transmissions can be slow or unrefined
- • Steering lacks feedback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Break (Phase II, 2004): 2007 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C5 |
| Generation: | II Tourer (Phase I, 2008) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 HDi Biturbo V6 (204 Hp) FAP Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 204 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75 Hp/l [10mm less] |
| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DT17ED4 More details about the engine DT17ED4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2720 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 222 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 244.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1802 |
| Max. weight: | 2373 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 571 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1462 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 64 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4829 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Height: | 1491-1495 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2815 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2096 mm |
| Front track: | 1586 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1557 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1054 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 960 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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