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Citroen CX 2.5

General information

ModelCitroen CX 2.5
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2499 ccm (152.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2499 ccm (152.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power139.00 PS (102 kW or 137 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque206.00 Nm (21.0 kgf-m or 151.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.7:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 92.0 mm (3.7 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1061 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2/4
Passenger space4990 litres (1,318 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1310 kg (2,888.1 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)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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