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Citroen C3 A31 (2002–2013) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 2002 - 2017 A31 Hatchback
Citroen C3
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Citroen C3 A31 overview

The Citroen C3 (A31) is the 1st generation of the C3, built from 2002 to 2013. It is offered as a Hatchback with 15 engines (petrol, diesel), from 60 HP to 120 HP. The 1.4i (73 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.2 s, reaches a top speed of 168 km/h and is 3850 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 (A31) has 60 HP to 120 HP, depending on the engine: 1.1 Tu (60 HP), 1.4 Hdi (68 HP), 1.4 Dv (68 HP), 1.4 Hdi (69 HP), 1.4 Tu (73 HP), 1.4 Et (88 HP), 1.4 Hdi (90 HP), 1.6 Hdi (90 HP), 1.6 Hdi (92 HP), 1.4 Vti (95 HP), 1.6 Tu (109 HP), 1.6 Hdi (109 HP), 1.6 Hdi (112 HP), 1.6 Vti (115 HP), 1.6 Vti (120 HP).

What engines are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is available with 15 engines: 1.1 Tu (60 HP, petrol), 1.4 Hdi (68 HP, diesel), 1.4 Dv (68 HP, diesel), 1.4 Hdi (69 HP, diesel), 1.4 Tu (73 HP, petrol), 1.4 Et (88 HP, petrol), 1.4 Hdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Hdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Hdi (92 HP, diesel), 1.4 Vti (95 HP, petrol), 1.6 Tu (109 HP, petrol), 1.6 Hdi (109 HP, diesel), 1.6 Hdi (112 HP, diesel), 1.6 Vti (115 HP, petrol), 1.6 Vti (120 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is 3850 mm long, 1667 mm wide, 1529 mm tall, with a 2460 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 1.4i (73 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.2 s and has a top speed of 168 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Citroen C3 I Phase I
Year 2002–2005
Platform PSA PF1
Variant 1.4i (73 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5
Emission standard Euro 3

Power & torque

Power 73 HP
Power @ max rpm 5400 rpm
Torque 120 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3400 rpm

Performance

Top speed 168 km/h
0–100 km/h 14.2 s
0–62 mph 14.2 s

Engine

Engine code TU3JP
Displacement 1360 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 75.0 mm
Stroke 77.0 mm
Compression ratio 10.5
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 3.0 L
Coolant 7.0 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 3850 mm
Width 1667 mm
Height 1529 mm
Wheelbase 2460 mm
Front track 1438 mm
Rear track 1435 mm
Boot space 305 – 1150 L
Turning circle 10.5 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1005 kg
Max weight 1470 kg
Max load 465 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 6.2 L/100km
Fuel urban 8.2 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.0 L/100km
Fuel tank 45.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Semi Independent Coil Spring
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tire size 185/60 R15
Wheel rims 5.5J x 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.4 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2002
End Of Production 2005

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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