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Citroen C5 II (Phase I, 2008) 1.6 HDi (109 Hp) Airdream
Overall Rating
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)
II (Phase I, 2008) Overview:
Citroen C5 (II (Phase I, 2008)). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1503 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 HDi (109 Hp) Airdream Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Modest performance, focused more on efficiency than outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, especially with the Airdream eco-optimizations.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort, especially with Hydractive III+ suspension
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior with high-quality materials
- • Distinctive and elegant design stands out from competitors
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful HDi diesel engines
- • Good value for money on the used car market
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines (e.g., THP) had known reliability issues
- • Hydractive suspension can be costly to maintain if issues arise
- • EGS (automated manual) gearbox can be clunky and slow-shifting
- • Larger petrol engines can be thirsty
- • Handling is comfort-oriented, not sporty or engaging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase II, 2004): 2007 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | C5 |
| Generation: | II (Phase I, 2008) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 HDi (109 Hp) Airdream |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.9 Hp/l [34mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 9HZ DV6TED4 More details about the engine 9HZ DV6TED4 |
| Engine displacement: | 1560 |
| 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: | 3.75 l |
| Coolant: | 7.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1503 |
| Max. weight: | 2040 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 537 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 439 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 55 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4779 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Height: | 1451-1458 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2815 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2096 mm |
| Front track: | 1586 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1557 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1054 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 910 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | 225/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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