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Citroen Saxo 1.5 D

General information

ModelCitroen Saxo 1.5 D
Year1998
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating67.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1585 ccm (96.72 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving5.2 litres/100 km (45.23 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving4.3 litres/100 km (54.70 miles per gallon)
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1585 ccm (96.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power59.80 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque93.00 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) at 2250 Rev. per min.
Compression23.0:1
Bore x stroke77.0 x 82.0 mm (3.0 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed158.0 km/h (98.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)18.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0672 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Optional cargo space1190 litres (314 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight890 kg (1,962.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1914 kg (4,219.6 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length3730 mm (146.9 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions139.0 g/km
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