Citroën C3

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Citroën C3
Citroën C3
Manufacturer Citroën
Parent company PSA Group
Production 2002—present
Predecessor Citroën Saxo
Class Supermini
Body style(s) 2-door convertible
5-door hatchback
Layout FF layout
Engine(s) 1.1 L TU1 I4
1.4 L TU3 I4
1.4 L DV4 HDi diesel I4
1.4 L ET3 I4
1.6 L DV6 HDi diesel I4
1.6 L TU5 I4
Related Peugeot 206
Peugeot 207
Peugeot 1007
Citroën C2
Designer Donato Coco
Jean-Pierre Ploué
Citroën C3 Pluriel
Citroën C3 Pluriel

The Citroën C3 is a supermini car with a range of inline-4 engines that has been produced by the French automaker Citroën since 2002. It was designed by Donato Coco and Jean-Pierre Ploué, previously known for designing the Renault Twingo; the former has been the head of the Citroën design team since 1999. A mini MPV version of the C3, reportedly to be marketed as the C3 StreetLounge, was scheduled to be released in 2007.

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[edit] Overview

The C3 is available with 1.1 L, 1.4 L and 1.6 L petrol engines, and 1.4 L and 1.6 L HDi engines. All models come with the option of a five speed manual transmission, except for the Stop & Start, which can only be supplied with Citroën's SensoDrive gearbox - a five speed semi-automatic transmission, which has two shifting options of either the fully automated mode, or the paddle-shifted/gear-shifted manual mode. The SX model is the only version that has the option of a four speed fully-automatic transmission.

In accordance with PSA Group policy, the C3's chassis was used for the Peugeot 1007. Many components of the C3 are the same as those of the Peugeot 206, for example the external mirrors.

[edit] Trim levels (UK) 2002 - 2005

  • L 1.1i and 1.4HDi 70 bhp (52 kW/71 PS).
  • LX 1.4i and 1.4HDi 70 bhp (52 kW/71 PS).
  • Desire 1.1i, 1.4i and 1.4HDi 70 bhp (52 kW/71 PS).
  • SX 1.4i, 1.4i 75 bhp (56 kW/76 PS) Automatic, 1.4HDi 16v 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS) and 1.4HDi 70 bhp (52 kW/71 PS) Sensodrive.
  • Exclusive 1.6i 16v, 1.6i 16v Sensodrive, 1.4HDi 16v 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS) and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS).
  • VTR 1.6i 16v.
  • XTR 1.4i 16v Sensodrive and 1.4HDi 16v 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS).
  • Stop & Start 1.4i 16v Sensodrive.


[edit] Trim levels (UK) 2006-2008

  • L 1.1i and 1.4HDi Only.
  • Airplay+ 1.1i Only.
  • Desire 1.1i, 1.4i and 1.4HDi Only. (Now called C3 Cool Summer 2007 onwards)
  • SX 1.4i, (1.6i 16v Automatic Only) and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS) Only.
  • Stop & Start 1.4i 16v Sensodrive Only.
  • Exclusive 1.6i 16v Sensodrive and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS) Only.
  • VTR 1.6i 16v and 1.6HDi 16v 110 bhp (82 kW/112 PS) Only.
  • XTR 1.4i 16v Sensodrive and 1.6HDi 92bhp.(C3 XTR is No longer Available 2007)

[edit] Trim levels (UK) 1st Feb 2008 onwards

  • Vibe 1.1i, 1.4i 8v, and 1.4HDi Only
  • Rhythm 1.4i 8v, 1.4i 16v, 1.4HDi and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS)
  • Cachet 1.4i 8v, 1.4i 16v and 1.4HDi
  • Exclusive 1.4i 16v, 1.6i 16v (Automatic Only) and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS)
  • Exclusive Plus 1.4i 16v, 1.6i 16v (Automatic Only) and 1.6HDi 92 bhp (69 kW/93 PS)
  • Stop & Start 1.4i 16v Sensodrive

[edit] C3 Pluriel

A new C3 model appeared in July 2003, the highly-adaptable C3 Pluriel, which can be configured as a full or partial convertible or a closed car, thanks to its detachable roof bars and folding fabric roof. In its adaptability, the C3 Pluriel can be seen as a descendant of the utilitarian Citroën Méhari and 2CV.

[edit] 2006 facelift

2006 C3’s redesigned front end features a more imposing bumper, wider lower air intake, single air intake slit below the restyled radiator grille and a re-positioned number plate. The rear now has newly designed lights with crystal coloured mid-sections. The passenger compartment has been enhanced with the fitting of a restyled dashboard with high-quality finish, as well as a new, modern instrument cluster making the driver information easier to read. The addition of light metallic grey embellishers around the central section of the fascia and air vents contribute to the updated interior, as do the completely re-designed front and rear door panels and trims. The steering has also been improved so that it weights up with speed.. Citroën also added a new 1.6 L 16-valve HDi diesel engine rated at 110 bhp (82 kW/112 PS). The Pluriel received the interior alterations but was otherwise unchanged.

[edit] Technology

Some versions of the C3 feature a "Stop & Start" system that can automatically cut the engine when not needed to save fuel, such as in traffic, and restart it briskly to move on again. Similar technology appeared in the 1980s Volkswagen Polo "Formel E" and the Volkswagen Golf Mk III "Ecomatic".

[edit] Engines

  • 1.1 L (1124 cc) TU1 I4, 60 PS (59 hp/44 kW) and 69 ft·lbf (94 N·m)
  • 1.4 L (1360 cc) TU3 I4, 75 PS (74 hp/55 kW) and 87 ft·lbf (118 N·m)
  • 1.4 L (1398 cc) DV4 HDi diesel I4, 70 PS (69 hp/51 kW) and 118 ft·lbf (160 N·m)
  • 1.4 L (1398 cc) DV4 HDi 16-valve diesel I4, 90 PS (89 hp/66 kW) and 147 ft·lbf (200 N·m) (deleted in 2005; could not meet EURO4 compliance)
  • 1.4 L (1360 cc) ET3 16-valve I4, 90 PS (89 hp/66 kW) and 98 ft·lbf (133 N·m)
  • 1.6 L (1560 cc) DV6 HDi 16-valve diesel I4, 92 PS (91 hp/68 kW) and 159 ft·lbf (216 N·m)
  • 1.6 L (1560 cc) DV6 HDiF 16-valve diesel I4 with Diesel particulate filter, 110 PS (108 hp/80 kW) and 177 ft·lbf (240 N·m)
  • 1.6 L (1587 cc) TU5 16-valve I4, 110 PS (108 hp/81 kW) and 108 ft·lbf (146 N·m)

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