Citroën Xsara (N1) 1.9 D (70 hp)

Diesel engine with 70 hp (51 kW) and 92 lb-ft (125 Nm), built 1998–2004, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Citroën Xsara (N1) has 4 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power70 hp (51 kW)
Torque92 lb-ft (125 Nm)
0–62 mph17.2 s
Top speed101 mph (162 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 D (70 hp)
Displacement1.9 L (1,868 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio23
Bore82.2 mm
Stroke88 mm

Performance

Power70 hp (51 kW) @ 4600 rpm
Torque92 lb-ft (125 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)17.2 s
Top speed101 mph (162 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City28 mpg (8.3 l/100 km)
Highway38 mpg (6.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.3 gal (54 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length164.1 in (4,167 mm)
Width66.9 in (1,698 mm)
Height55.3 in (1,405 mm)
Curb weight2,425 lb (1,100 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,638 lb (1,650 kg)
Cargo volume14.4 cu ft (408 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionTorsion bar
Tires185/65 R14
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Citroën Xsara 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 Xsara (N1) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 i (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 i (88 hp)Gasoline88 hp (65 kW)
1.8 i (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 i 16V (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TD (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.6 i 16V (109 hp)Gasoline109 hp (80 kW)
1.6 i 16V (109 hp) AutomaticGasoline109 hp (80 kW)
2.0 16V (132 hp)Gasoline132 hp (97 kW)
2.0 16V (132 hp) AutomaticGasoline132 hp (97 kW)
2.0 HDI 90 (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.4 HDi (68 hp)Diesel68 hp (50 kW)
2.0 HDi (109 hp)Diesel109 hp (80 kW)
2.0 HDi (109 hp) AutomaticDiesel109 hp (80 kW)

← All Citroën Xsara (N1) engines

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