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Citroen BX I (Phase I, 1982)

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Engine versions

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11 versions · 9 Gasoline · 2 Diesel fuel

Engine Fuel Power Production
16 TRS (94 KM) Selected Gasoline 94 KM 1984–1986
19 GT (105 KM) Selected Gasoline 105 KM 1984–1986
14 E (62 KM) Selected Gasoline 62 KM 1982–1986
16 TRS (94 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 94 KM 1984–1986
14 E (72 KM) Selected Gasoline 72 KM 1983–1986
16 RS (90 KM) Selected Gasoline 90 KM 1982–1983
16 RS (92 KM) Selected Gasoline 92 KM 1983–1984
1.8 D (60 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 60 KM 1985–1986
19 RD (65 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 65 KM 1983–1986
4 TC 2.0 (200 KM) 4x4 Selected Gasoline 200 KM 1985
19 Sport (126 KM) Selected Gasoline 126 KM 1985–1986

Selected engine version

16 TRS (94 KM)

Gasoline · 1984–1986

Engine power
94 KM
Torque
137 Nm
Engine displacement
1,580 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.3 s
Maximum speed
176 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
16 TRS (94 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1984
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
176 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.3 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.0 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
XU52C
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1580 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
73 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
94 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
137 Nm @ 3250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.341
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
950 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1420 mm
Rear track
1364 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

19 GT (105 KM)

Gasoline · 1984–1986

Engine power
105 KM
Torque
162 Nm
Engine displacement
1,905 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10 s
Maximum speed
185 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
19 GT (105 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1984
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
185 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.8 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
XU9S
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1905 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
105 KM @ 5600 obr./min
Torque
162 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
1000 kg
Gross weight
1460 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1420 mm
Rear track
1364 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

14 E (62 KM)

Gasoline · 1982–1986

Engine power
62 KM
Torque
108 Nm
Engine displacement
1,361 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.6 s
Maximum speed
155 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
14 E (62 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1982
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
155 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.6 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
7.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.6 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
150A
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1361 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
75 mm
Piston stroke
77 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
62 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
108 Nm @ 2500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
44 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.33
Minimum trunk capacity
444 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
885 kg
Gross weight
1380 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1650 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
160 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
ABS
no

Selected engine version

16 TRS (94 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1984–1986

Engine power
94 KM
Torque
137 Nm
Engine displacement
1,580 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.8 s
Maximum speed
170 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
16 TRS (94 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1984
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
170 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.8 s

Engine

Engine model / code
XU52C
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1580 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
73 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
94 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
137 Nm @ 3250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.341
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
1013 kg
Gross weight
1450 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1420 mm
Rear track
1364 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
ABS
no

Selected engine version

14 E (72 KM)

Gasoline · 1983–1986

Engine power
72 KM
Torque
108 Nm
Engine displacement
1,361 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.5 s
Maximum speed
167 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
14 E (72 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
167 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.5 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
7.1 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
150B, XY8
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1361 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
75 mm
Piston stroke
77 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
72 KM @ 5750 obr./min
Torque
108 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
44 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.33
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
900 kg
Gross weight
1380 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1650 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
160 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

16 RS (90 KM)

Gasoline · 1982–1983

Engine power
90 KM
Torque
128 Nm
Engine displacement
1,580 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.5 s
Maximum speed
174 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
16 RS (90 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1982
End of production
1983
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
174 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.5 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
7.6 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
171A
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1580 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
73 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
90 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
128 Nm @ 3500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.341
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
950 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (8% slope start)
1100 kg
Trailer load without brakes
475 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydraulic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

16 RS (92 KM)

Gasoline · 1983–1984

Engine power
92 KM
Torque
131 Nm
Engine displacement
1,580 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.3 s
Maximum speed
176 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
16 RS (92 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1984
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
176 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.3 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.0 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
XU52C
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1580 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
73 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
92 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
131 Nm @ 3500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.341
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
950 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (8% slope start)
1100 kg
Trailer load without brakes
475 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1358 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.8 D (60 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1985–1986

Engine power
60 KM
Torque
112 Nm
Engine displacement
1,769 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17.2 s
Maximum speed
155 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
1.8 D (60 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1985
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
155 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17.2 s

Engine

Engine model / code
161A, XUD7
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1769 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
60 KM @ 4600 obr./min
Torque
112 Nm @ 2000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
990 kg
Gross weight
1480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1650 mm
Height
1365 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

19 RD (65 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1983–1986

Engine power
65 KM
Torque
120 Nm
Engine displacement
1,905 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.5 s
Maximum speed
157 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
19 RD (65 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
157 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.5 s

Engine

Engine model / code
XUD9
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1905 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
23.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
65 KM @ 4600 obr./min
Torque
120 Nm @ 2000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.341
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
990 kg
Gross weight
1480 kg
Braked trailer load (8% slope start)
1100 kg
Trailer load without brakes
495 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4230 mm
Width
1660 mm
Height
1365 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1410 mm
Rear track
1354 mm
Ground clearance
163 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

4 TC 2.0 (200 KM) 4x4

Gasoline · 1985

Engine power
200 KM
Torque
294 Nm
Engine displacement
2,141 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
7.5 s
Maximum speed
220 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
4 TC 2.0 (200 KM) 4x4
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1985
End of production
1985
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
220 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
7.5 s

Engine

Engine model / code
XU9
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
2141 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Turbo kompresor i Kompresor, Intercooler
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
91.4 mm
Piston stroke
81.6 mm
Compression ratio
7
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
200 KM @ 5250 obr./min
Torque
294 Nm @ 2750 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
83 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.38
Curb weight
1280 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4512 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1310 mm
Wheelbase
2612 mm
Front track
1548 mm
Rear track
1548 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
All-wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
ABS
no

Selected engine version

19 Sport (126 KM)

Gasoline · 1985–1986

Engine power
126 KM
Torque
169 Nm
Engine displacement
1,905 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.9 s
Maximum speed
195 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
BX
Version
BX I (Phase I, 1982)
Engine
19 Sport (126 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1985
End of production
1986
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
195 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.9 s

Engine

Engine model / code
XU94C
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1905 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
83 mm
Piston stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
7 l
Power
126 KM @ 5800 obr./min
Torque
169 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
52 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.325
Minimum trunk capacity
445 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1455 l
Curb weight
1010 kg
Gross weight
1410 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4220 mm
Width
1670 mm
Height
1360 mm
Wheelbase
2655 mm
Front track
1430 mm
Rear track
1374 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
185/60 R14
Rim size
14
ABS
no