Citroen Xsara Coupe (N0, Phase I) 1.4 i (75 Hp)
People\'s Opinion
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Citroen Xsara:
The Citroën Xsara is a compact C-segment family car, produced by the French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroën, under their Citroën marque, from 1997 to 2006. The Xsara was a development of the Citroën ZX and Peugeot 306, which shared a platform and running gear.
It came in three and five door hatchback and five door estate body styles; the estate was marketed as the Break and the three door as the Coupé. The styling shared cues with the larger Bertone designed Xantia, but was regarded as bland by the motoring press....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe (N0, Phase I) Overview:
Citroen Xsara (Coupe (N0, Phase I)). With 111 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.1 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers modest performance, best suited for urban driving and light commuting. Lacks power for confident highway overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a small petrol engine of its era, making it a relatively affordable option to run in the city.
Best Use Case:
City / Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Practical boot space for a coupe body style
- • Wide range of engines, including economical diesels and sporty petrols
- • Distinctive and appealing styling for its era
- • Good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap and dated
- • Some base engines are underpowered for highway use
- • Older automatic transmissions are inefficient and slow
- • Potential for electrical gremlins common in French cars of this period
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to coupe design
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Citroen |
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| Model: | Xsara |
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| Generation: | Coupe (N0, Phase I) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1997 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Coupe |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 55.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 111 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | KFX TU3JP |
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| Engine displacement: | 1360 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
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| Max. weight: | 1560 |
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| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
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| Max load: | 540 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1190 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 408 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 54 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 545 kg |
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| Permitted towbar download: | 70 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4167 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1698 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1401 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
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| Front track: | 1423 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 868 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 759 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.45 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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