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Citroen C5 I (Phase II, 2004) 2.2 HDi (133 Hp) FAP Automatic
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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 (Phase II, 2004) Overview:
Citroen C5 (I (Phase II, 2004)). With 314 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1558 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 204 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.2 HDi (133 Hp) FAP Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power, but the older automatic transmission can make it feel less responsive than expected for a 2.2L diesel.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an automatic diesel, but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort due to Hydractive suspension
- • Spacious and practical interior with a large boot
- • Strong and economical diesel engine options (especially 2.2 HDi Biturbo)
- • Good value on the used market
- • Refined and quiet cabin experience
Cons:
- • Divisive exterior styling may not appeal to all
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty
- • Potential for complex electrical issues and suspension maintenance costs
- • Automatic transmissions can feel dated and less efficient
- • Significant depreciation from new
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Break (Phase I, 2000): 2003 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C5 |
| Generation: | I (Phase II, 2004) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 HDi (133 Hp) FAP Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 133 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61 Hp/l [15mm less] |
| Torque: | 314 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4HX DW12TED4 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: | 4.75 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: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1558 |
| Max. weight: | 2078 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1315 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 471 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1400 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4745 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1476 mm mm [44mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1528 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1033 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 962 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.43 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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