Skoda Citigo facelift 2017, 5-door 1.0 (60 Hp)


Overall Rating

8.5 / 10
Safety 5.0 / 5
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 The SEAT and Škoda versions were also manufactured in the Bratislava factory, before being withdrawn from sale in 2021 and 2020 respectively.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)

facelift 2017, 5-door Overview:

Skoda Citigo (facelift 2017, 5-door). With 95 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.5 l/100km). Weighing only 854 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.4 s). The top speed reaches 162 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.

1.0 (60 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Basic but functional performance for urban environments. Requires careful planning for overtakes or highway entry. Manual gearbox makes it more engaging than ASG versions.

Fuel Economy

Good fuel economy, though slightly less efficient than the GreenTech variant. Still a very cheap car to run for daily city commutes.

Best Use Case: City

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional maneuverability and compact size for urban environments.
  • • Very low running costs, especially with the iV electric and G-TEC CNG options.
  • • Practical interior packaging for its size, including a decent boot.
  • • Proven reliability from the VW Group platform.
  • • Good visibility and easy to park.

Cons:

  • • Limited power from petrol engines, especially the 60 hp variants.
  • • ASG automated manual gearbox is clunky and detracts from driving experience.
  • • Basic interior materials and limited rear passenger space.
  • • Can feel underpowered and noisy on longer highway journeys.
  • • CNG infrastructure can be limited in some regions.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Skoda
Model:Citigo
Generation:facelift 2017, 5-door
Modification (Engine):1.0 (60 Hp)
Start of production:2017
End of production:2019
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:4
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:60 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre:60.1 Hp/l
Torque:95 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:CHYA
Engine displacement:999
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
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
Cylinder Bore:74.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:76.4 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:5.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:3.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.4 sec
Maximum speed:162 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.2 kg/Hp, 70.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9 kg/Nm, 111.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:854
Max. weight:1290
Max. roof load:50 kg
Max load:436
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:959 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:251 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3597 mm mm
Width:1645 mm mm
Height:1478 mm mm
Wheelbase:2420 mm mm
Width including mirrors:1914 mm
Front track:1428 mm
Rear (Back) track:1424 mm
Front overhang:633 mm
Rear overhang:544 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):136 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.8 m
Approach angle:14.3°
Departure angle:22.3°
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size165/70 R14; 185/55 R15
Wheel rims size5J x 14; 5.5J x 15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSemi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability

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