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Hindustan Lancer CJO 1.5 i 16V GLXi (87 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hindustan Lancer:
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CJO Overview:
Hindustan Lancer (CJO). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1040 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hindustan Lancer CJO generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features, while adequate for its time, may not meet modern crash safety standards.
1.5 i 16V GLXi (87 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting and city driving, with reasonable acceleration for its class, though not particularly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Expected to deliver moderate fuel efficiency for a naturally aspirated 1.5L petrol engine, making it a practical choice for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable Mitsubishi engineering base
- • Comfortable ride quality for its segment
- • Spacious and practical interior
- • Good fuel economy from the diesel variant
Cons:
- • Underpowered engines, especially the diesel
- • Dated styling compared to newer rivals
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Interior quality could be improved
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hindustan |
| Model: | Lancer |
| Generation: | CJO |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i 16V GLXi (87 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 87 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1468 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1040 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4290 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| 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 | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/65 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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