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Skoda Citigo 3-door 1.0 (75 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Skoda Citigo:
The Volkswagen Up is a city car which was produced by the Volkswagen Group from 2011 to 2023. It is part of the New Small Family series of models, alongside the SEAT Mii and Škoda Citigo which are rebadged versions of the Up, with slightly different front and rear fascias. Production began in December 2011 at the Volkswagen Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia, with Volkswagen do Brasil making the model in Taubaté from February 2014 until 2021. The SEAT and Škoda versions were also manufactured in the Bratislava factory, before being withdrawn from sale in 2021 and 2020 respectively. Production of the Up ended in October 2023. A battery electric version, called E-up, was launched in autumn 2013....(Read more on Wikipedia)
3-door Overview:
Skoda Citigo (3-door). With 95 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.5 l/100km). Weighing only 932 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 171 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Skoda Citigo, along with its VW Up! and Seat Mii siblings, achieved an impressive 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2011, demonstrating strong adult occupant protection for a car in its class.
1.0 (75 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for city driving and occasional highway use, with the automatic transmission providing smooth, convenient shifts for urban traffic.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for an automatic, making it an economical choice for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across all engines
- • Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its class
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Affordable to buy and run
- • Nimble and easy to maneuver
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space for adults on longer journeys
- • Basic interior materials in entry-level trims
- • Modest performance, especially with the 60 Hp engine
- • Small fuel tank capacity
- • Drum brakes at the rear
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2017, 5-door: May, 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Citigo |
| Generation: | 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 (75 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 2011 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l [34mm less] |
| Torque: | 95 Nm @ 3000-4300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CHYB More details about the engine CHYB |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 171 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.8 kg/Nm, 101.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 932 |
| Max. weight: | 1290 |
| Max load: | 358 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 959 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 251 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3563 mm mm [34mm less] |
| Width: | 1641 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1478 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2420 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1428 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.0J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability |
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