Citroën XM (Y3) 2.1 TD 12V (110 hp)

Diesel engine with 110 hp (81 kW) and 179 lb-ft (243 Nm), built 1989–1994, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

Power110 hp (81 kW)
Torque179 lb-ft (243 Nm)
0–62 mph12.9 s
Top speed119 mph (192 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.1 TD 12V (110 hp)
Displacement2.1 L (2,088 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio21-5
Bore85 mm
Stroke92 mm

Performance

Power110 hp (81 kW) @ 4300 rpm
Torque179 lb-ft (243 Nm) @ 2000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)12.9 s
Top speed119 mph (192 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City30 mpg (7.9 l/100 km)
Highway36 mpg (6.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length185.4 in (4,710 mm)
Width70.7 in (1,795 mm)
Height54.5 in (1,385 mm)
Curb weight3,042 lb (1,380 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,211 lb (1,910 kg)
Cargo volume19.1 cu ft (540 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionHydropneumatic
Rear suspensionHydropneumatic
Tires195/65 R15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Citroën XM with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • 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.

Other Citroën XM (Y3) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 i (121 hp)Gasoline121 hp (89 kW)
2.1 D 12V (82 hp)Diesel82 hp (60 kW)
3.0 i V6 (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
3.0 i V6 24V (200 hp)Gasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 i TCT (145 hp)Gasoline145 hp (107 kW)
2.0 i TCT (145 hp) AutomaticGasoline145 hp (107 kW)

← All Citroën XM (Y3) engines

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