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Citroen C3-XR I (Phase II, 2019) 1.6 CVVT (117 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Citroen C3-XR:
The Citroën C3-XR is a Chinese-exclusive subcompact crossover from the Franco-Chinese joint venture Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën.
A three-box version has been marketed from 2020 to 2021 under the name Citroën C3L.
Originally previewed by the concept Citroën C–XR during the 2014 Beijing Auto Show in April 2014, the C3-XR is derived from the Citroën C-Elysée. Citroën debuted the C3-XR on the 2014 Paris Auto Show, and released the production version in China on the 2014 Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2014....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (Phase II, 2019) Overview:
Citroen C3-XR (I (Phase II, 2019)). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1260 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 CVVT (117 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar power output to the manual, providing smooth but unhurried acceleration. The automatic transmission enhances driving comfort in traffic.
Fuel Economy
Surprisingly, this automatic variant achieves a slightly better combined fuel economy of 6.2 l/100 km, making it a more efficient choice for urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality, typical of Citroen
- • Practical and spacious interior for its compact SUV class
- • Good fuel economy, especially with the PureTech engine
- • Distinctive and modern exterior styling
Cons:
- • Performance is adequate but not exhilarating, particularly with the naturally aspirated engines
- • Limited availability in global markets, primarily focused on China
- • Driving dynamics are geared towards comfort over sportiness
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I, 2014): December, 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C3-XR |
| Generation: | I (Phase II, 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 CVVT (117 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | January, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 117 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EC5 [Same engine] More details about the engine EC5 |
| Engine displacement: | 1587 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1260 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4282 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1748 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1557 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2655 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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