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Citroen CX

General information

ModelCitroen CX
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque161.00 Nm (16.4 kgf-m or 118.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0806 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4990 litres (1,318 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1265 kg (2,788.8 pounds)
Overall length4670 mm (183.9 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)
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