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Citroen BX 1.9 Break

General information

ModelCitroen BX 1.9 Break
Year1986
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1905 ccm (116.24 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1905 ccm (116.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power107.2 PS (79 kW or 106 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.00 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1039 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1035 kg (2,281.8 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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