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Citroen BX

General information

ModelCitroen BX
Year1987
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1360 ccm (82.99 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.9 litres/100 km (19.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1360 ccm (82.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power63.00 PS (46 kW or 62 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0708 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4420 litres (1,168 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight890 kg (1,962.1 pounds)
Overall length4240 mm (166.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions284.0 g/km
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