Citroën DS III Cabriolet Chapron 21 (115 hp)

Gasoline engine with 115 hp (85 kW) and 126 lb-ft (171 Nm), built 1968–1971, convertible body, front-wheel drive.

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Power115 hp (85 kW)
Torque126 lb-ft (171 Nm)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version21 (115 hp)
Displacement2.2 L (2,175 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburetor
Compression ratioAug-75
Bore90 mm
Stroke85.5 mm

Performance

Power115 hp (85 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque126 lb-ft (171 Nm) @ 4000 rpm

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Fuel tank17.2 gal (65 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleConvertible
Doors2
Length192.9 in (4,900 mm)
Width71.0 in (1,803 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,420 mm)
Curb weight2,943 lb (1,335 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,924 lb (1,780 kg)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears4
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionHydropneumatic
Rear suspensionHydropneumatic

What to check on a Citroën DS with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

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