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Skoda Citigo facelift 2017, 5-door 1.0 G-TEC (68 Hp) CNG
Overall Rating
Skoda Citigo:
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facelift 2017, 5-door Overview:
Skoda Citigo (facelift 2017, 5-door). With 95 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 958 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.3 s). The top speed reaches 165 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 G-TEC (68 Hp) CNG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is adequate for city driving, similar to the 60 hp petrol but with a slightly different power delivery. The focus is on running costs, not outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Potentially very low running costs if CNG infrastructure is readily available. Fuel economy in CNG mode is excellent, making it a very cheap car to operate.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(5-door: October, 2011 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Citigo |
| Generation: | facelift 2017, 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 G-TEC (68 Hp) CNG |
| Start of production: | October, 2018 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [34mm more] |
| Torque: | 95 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CPGA More details about the engine CPGA |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / CNG |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 71 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 99.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 958 |
| Max. weight: | 1370 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 412 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 921 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 213 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 10 l |
| CNG cylinder capacity: | 11 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3597 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Width: | 1645 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2421 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1910 mm |
| Front track: | 1428 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 134 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 13.5° |
| Departure angle: | 28.0° |
| 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 | 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 | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J 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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