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Citroen C5 3.0 Exclusive

General information

ModelCitroen C5 3.0 Exclusive
Year2008
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 typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.50 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2944 ccm (179.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power207.00 PS (152 kW or 204 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque285.00 Nm (29.1 kgf-m or 210.2 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
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
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1331 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)
Cargo space456 litres (120 gallons)
Optional cargo space1310 litres (346 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2010 kg (4,431.3 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR30410
CO2 emissions142.0 g/km
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