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Citroen C5 II Tourer (Phase II, 2012) 2.0 HDi (163 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 II, 2012) Overview:
Citroen C5 (II Tourer (Phase II, 2012)). With 340 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1642 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 208 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.
2.0 HDi (163 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and adequate performance, though noticeably slower than its manual counterpart. Good for relaxed cruising.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy, but higher than the manual version and the more modern BlueHDi engines. Still respectable for an automatic diesel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort, especially with Hydractive suspension
- • Spacious and practical estate body style
- • Refined and quiet cabin on long journeys
- • Strong and efficient diesel engine options (BlueHDi)
- • Distinctive and elegant styling
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines are underpowered for the vehicle's size
- • EGS automated manual gearbox can be clunky
- • Potentially complex Hydractive suspension maintenance (if fitted)
- • Interior quality, while good, doesn't always match German rivals
- • Steering can feel numb compared to sportier competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (Phase I, 2008): 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C5 |
| Generation: | II Tourer (Phase II, 2012) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 HDi (163 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 163 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l [50mm more] |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RHH DW10CTED4 More details about the engine RHH DW10CTED4 |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 4200 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 207.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1642 |
| Max. weight: | 2286 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 644 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1462 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1290 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4829 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1483-1479 mm mm [32mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2815 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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