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Citroen GS

General information

ModelCitroen GS
Year1970
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1015 ccm (61.94 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1015 ccm (61.94 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power55.80 PS (41 kW or 55 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque70.00 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed143.0 km/h (88.9 mph)
0-50 miles11.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0634 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Passenger space5590 litres (1,477 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length4130 mm (162.6 inches)
Overall width1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)
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