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Skoda Citigo facelift 2017, 5-door iV 36.8 kWh (83 Hp)
Overall Rating
Skoda Citigo:
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facelift 2017, 5-door Overview:
Skoda Citigo (facelift 2017, 5-door). Weighing only 1175 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 130 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.
iV 36.8 kWh (83 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent for city driving with instant torque and smooth acceleration, making it feel quicker than its 0-100km/h time suggests. Adequate for occasional highway use.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding economy with low running costs due to electricity. WLTP range of 258 km is practical for urban and suburban commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability and compact size for urban environments.
- • Very low running costs, especially with the iV electric and G-TEC CNG options.
- • Practical interior packaging for its size, including a decent boot.
- • Proven reliability from the VW Group platform.
- • Good visibility and easy to park.
Cons:
- • Limited power from petrol engines, especially the 60 hp variants.
- • ASG automated manual gearbox is clunky and detracts from driving experience.
- • Basic interior materials and limited rear passenger space.
- • Can feel underpowered and noisy on longer highway journeys.
- • CNG infrastructure can be limited in some regions.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2017, 5-door: 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Citigo |
| Generation: | facelift 2017, 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | iV 36.8 kWh (83 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14 kg/Hp, 71.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1160-1190 |
| Max. weight: | 1530 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 340-370 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 923 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 250 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3597 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1645 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1481 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2422 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1910 mm |
| Front track: | 1428 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
| Front overhang: | 633 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 542 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 141 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 15.8° |
| Departure angle: | 27.2° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14; 185/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14; 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Elastic beam |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 32.3 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 36.8 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 83 Hp @ 2750-5500 rpm. |
| System torque: | 212 Nm @ 0-2750 rpm. |
| All-electric range: | 258 km |
| Electric motor power: | 83 Hp @ 2750-5500 rpm. |
| Electric motor Torque: | 212 Nm @ 0-2750 rpm. |
| Average Energy consumption: | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 258 km |
| Battery voltage: | 357 V |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 12.8-12.9 kWh/100 km |
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