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Citroen Xsara

General information

ModelCitroen Xsara
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1398 ccm (85.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.59 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1398 ccm (85.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power73.00 PS (54 kW or 72 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke78.5 x 77.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed172.0 km/h (106.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0665 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4420 litres (1,168 gallons)
Optional cargo space1190 litres (314 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1098 kg (2,420.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1668 kg (3,677.3 pounds)
Towing weight1104 kg (2,433.9 pounds)
Overall length4190 mm (165.0 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions138.0 g/km
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