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Citroen C5 I Break (Phase I, 2000) 2.2 HDi (136 Hp) FAP
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Citroen C5:
The Citroën C5 is a large family car produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 2000 and 2018 in France, and between 2008 and 2022 in China, over two generations. It replaced the Citroën Xantia, in the large family car class, and is the first modern Citroën with "Cx" naming nomenclature, previously used by its ancestors, the C4 and C6 from 1930. A crossover, unrelated to the previous generations, was released in 2021, with crossover styling and marketed as the Citroën C5 X. @media all and }@media all and body. skin-vector-2022. mw-parser-output. tocleft. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-both. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-none}....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Break (Phase I, 2000) Overview:
Citroen C5 (I Break (Phase I, 2000)). With 322 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1518 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.2 HDi (136 Hp) FAP Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong and capable diesel engine, offering excellent torque and good acceleration for a large estate.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, especially considering its power output, making it efficient for long distances.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort thanks to Hydractive suspension
- • Spacious and practical estate body style with large boot capacity
- • Strong safety rating for its era (5-star Euro NCAP)
- • Good fuel economy from HDi diesel engines
- • Excellent value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Complex Hydractive suspension can be costly to maintain if issues arise
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • Interior quality, while comfortable, may not feel as premium as some German rivals
- • Depreciation was significant when new
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I, 2000): 2000 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C5 |
| Generation: | I Break (Phase I, 2000) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 HDi (136 Hp) FAP |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 322 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4HX DW12TED4 [Same engine] More details about the engine 4HX DW12TED4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2179 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 212.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1518 |
| Max. weight: | 2148 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 630 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1658 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 563 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1450 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1650 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4756 mm mm [138mm more] |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1516 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1544 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1509 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.46 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15; 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15; 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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