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Citroen BX BX Facelift (1986–1994) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1982 - 1994 BX Hatchback
Citroen BX
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Citroen BX BX Facelift overview

The Citroen BX (BX Facelift) is the 1st generation of the BX, built from 1986 to 1994. It is offered as a Hatchback with 16 engines (petrol, diesel), from 55 HP to 147 HP. The 19 GTi 16V (147 Hp) CAT accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 s, reaches a top speed of 215 km/h and is 4237 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Citroen BX have?

The Citroen BX (BX Facelift) has 55 HP to 147 HP, depending on the engine: 1.1 Tu (55 HP), 1.8 Xud (60 HP), 1.4 Xy (62 HP), 1.9 Xud (71 HP), 1.4 Xy (72 HP), 1.4 Tu (75 HP), 1.6 Xu (75 HP), 1.6 Xu (80 HP), 1.6 Xu (88 HP), 1.8 Xud (90 HP), 1.6 Xu (94 HP), 1.9 Xu (105 HP), 1.9 Xu (107 HP), 1.9 Xu (120 HP), 1.9 Xu (125 HP), 1.9 Xu (147 HP).

What engines are available for the Citroen BX?

The Citroen BX is available with 16 engines: 1.1 Tu (55 HP, petrol), 1.8 Xud (60 HP, diesel), 1.4 Xy (62 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xud (71 HP, diesel), 1.4 Xy (72 HP, petrol), 1.4 Tu (75 HP, petrol), 1.6 Xu (75 HP, petrol), 1.6 Xu (80 HP, petrol), 1.6 Xu (88 HP, petrol), 1.8 Xud (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Xu (94 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xu (105 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xu (107 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xu (120 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xu (125 HP, petrol), 1.9 Xu (147 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Citroen BX?

The Citroen BX is 4237 mm long, 1690 mm wide, 1350 mm tall, with a 2655 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Citroen BX?

The Citroen BX 19 GTi 16V (147 Hp) CAT goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 s and has a top speed of 215 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Citroen BX I Phase II
Year 1988–1989
Platform PSA BX
Variant 19 GTi 16V (147 Hp) CAT
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5

Power & torque

Power 147 HP
Power @ max rpm 6400 rpm
Torque 166 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 5000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 215 km/h
0–100 km/h 9.6 s
0–62 mph 9.6 s

Engine

Engine code XU9J4
Displacement 1905 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 83.0 mm
Stroke 88.0 mm
Compression ratio 10.4
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity 4.5 L
Coolant 6.5 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code manual
Gearbox manufacturer psa

Dimensions

Length 4237 mm
Width 1690 mm
Height 1350 mm
Wheelbase 2655 mm
Front track 1440 mm
Rear track 1384 mm
Boot space 445 – 1455 L
Turning circle 11.2 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1056 kg
Max weight 1535 kg
Max load 479 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.6 L/100km
Fuel urban 12.0 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.6 L/100km
Fuel tank 66.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Hydro Pneumatic Element
Rear suspension Trailing Arm
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 195/60 R14
Wheel rims 14
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.2 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1988
End Of Production 1989

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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