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Citroen C5 3.0 V6

General information

ModelCitroen C5 3.0 V6
Year2000
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2944 ccm (179.64 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving13.9 litres/100 km (16.92 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.50 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.1 litres/100 km (33.13 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2944 ccm (179.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power59.80 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.9:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 82.6 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0404 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)
Cargo space456 litres (120 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1480 kg (3,262.8 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions226.0 g/km
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