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Citroen Xsara 1.6 16V SX Plus

General information

ModelCitroen Xsara 1.6 16V SX Plus
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1587 ccm (96.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.9 litres/100 km (34.09 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1587 ccm (96.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power109.00 PS (80 kW or 108 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque147.00 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke78.5 x 82.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0896 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Cargo space408 litres (108 gallons)
Optional cargo space1190 litres (314 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1216 kg (2,680.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1663 kg (3,666.3 pounds)
Towing weight1100 kg (2,425.1 pounds)
Overall length4190 mm (165.0 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
Aprox price as new EUR18370
Service interval20,000 km
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