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Citroen Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door

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Engine versions

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9 versions · 7 Gasoline · 1 Diesel fuel · 1 Electricity

Engine Fuel Power Production
1.0 (45 KM) Selected Gasoline 45 KM 1996–1999
1.1 (60 KM) Selected Gasoline 60 KM 1996–1999
1.6i (90 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 90 KM 1996–1999
1.4 (75 KM) Selected Gasoline 75 KM 1996–1999
1.5 D (57 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 57 KM 1996–1999
1.6 (90 KM) Selected Gasoline 90 KM 1996–1999
1.6 16V (118 KM) Selected Gasoline 118 KM 1996–1999
1.4 (75 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 75 KM 1996–1999
12 kWh (27 KM) Selected Electricity 1997–1999

Selected engine version

1.0 (45 KM)

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
45 KM
Torque
74 Nm
Engine displacement
954 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
19.1 s
Maximum speed
149 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.0 (45 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
149 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
19.1 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
6.2 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
CDZTU9M
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
954 cm³
Fuel injection system
Single-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
70 mm
Piston stroke
62 mm
Compression ratio
9.4
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
6 l
Power
45 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
74 Nm @ 6000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
805 kg
Gross weight
1220 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1381 mm
Rear track
1301 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
155/70 R13
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.1 (60 KM)

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
60 KM
Torque
88 Nm
Engine displacement
1,124 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.8 s
Maximum speed
162 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.1 (60 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
162 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
7.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
6.3 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
TU1M
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1124 cm³
Fuel injection system
Single-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
72 mm
Piston stroke
69 mm
Compression ratio
9.7
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
6 l
Power
60 KM @ 6200 obr./min
Torque
88 Nm @ 3800 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
780 kg
Gross weight
1310 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
600 kg
Trailer load without brakes
390 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1381 mm
Rear track
1301 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
155/70 R13
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.6i (90 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
90 KM
Torque
135 Nm
Engine displacement
1,587 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.5 s
Maximum speed
176 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.6i (90 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
176 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12.5 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
7.6 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
TU5JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1587 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
78.5 mm
Piston stroke
82 mm
Compression ratio
9.6
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.8 l
Power
90 KM @ 5600 obr./min
Torque
135 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
905 kg
Gross weight
1380 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
700 kg
Trailer load without brakes
465 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1381 mm
Rear track
1301 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/65 R14
Rim size
5.5J x 14
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.4 (75 KM)

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
75 KM
Torque
111 Nm
Engine displacement
1,360 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.2 s
Maximum speed
175 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.4 (75 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
175 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.2 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
7.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
6.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
TU3JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1360 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
75 mm
Piston stroke
77 mm
Compression ratio
10.2
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.1 l
Power
75 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
111 Nm @ 3400 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
815 kg
Gross weight
1320 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
700 kg
Trailer load without brakes
407 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1401 mm
Rear track
1321 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R13
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.5 D (57 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1996–1999

Engine power
57 KM
Torque
95 Nm
Engine displacement
1,527 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.7 s
Maximum speed
158 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.5 D (57 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
158 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
5.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
3.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
4.9 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
VJZTUD5
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1527 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
77 mm
Piston stroke
82 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.75 l
Coolant capacity
7.1 l
Power
57 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
95 Nm @ 2250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
865 kg
Gross weight
1370 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
700 kg
Trailer load without brakes
445 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1381 mm
Rear track
1301 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R13
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.6 (90 KM)

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
90 KM
Torque
135 Nm
Engine displacement
1,587 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.2 s
Maximum speed
185 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.6 (90 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
185 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.2 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
6.7 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
TU5JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1587 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
78.5 mm
Piston stroke
82 mm
Compression ratio
9.6
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.8 l
Power
90 KM @ 5600 obr./min
Torque
135 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
895 kg
Gross weight
1360 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
700 kg
Trailer load without brakes
447 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1401 mm
Rear track
1321 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
185/55 R14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 16V (118 KM)

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
118 KM
Torque
145 Nm
Engine displacement
1,587 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
7.7 s
Maximum speed
205 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.6 16V (118 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
205 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
7.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
6.8 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
NFXTU5JP4
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1587 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
78.5 mm
Piston stroke
82 mm
Compression ratio
10.8
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.8 l
Power
118 KM @ 6600 obr./min
Torque
145 Nm @ 5200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
882 kg
Gross weight
1380 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
700 kg
Trailer load without brakes
441 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1401 mm
Rear track
1321 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
185/55 R14
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

1.4 (75 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1996–1999

Engine power
75 KM
Torque
111 Nm
Engine displacement
1,360 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17 s
Maximum speed
166 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
1.4 (75 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
166 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
10.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
7.9 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
TU3JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1360 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
75 mm
Piston stroke
77 mm
Compression ratio
10.2
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.1 l
Power
75 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
111 Nm @ 3400 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
45 l
Minimum trunk capacity
280 l
Maximum trunk capacity
953 l
Curb weight
860 kg
Gross weight
1360 kg
Roof load
50 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
500 kg
Trailer load without brakes
465 kg
Trailer nose weight
50 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1401 mm
Rear track
1321 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Trailing arm, Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
165/70 R13
Rim size
13
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

12 kWh (27 KM)

Electricity · 1997–1999

Fuel type
Electricity
Maximum speed
91 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Citroen
Model
Saxo
Version
Saxo (Phase I, 1996) 3-door
Engine
12 kWh (27 KM)
Engine type
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1997
End of production
1999
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
4
Fuel type
Electricity

Performance

Maximum speed
91 km/h
Battery gross capacity
12 kWh
All-electric range
75 km

Engine

Max electric motor power
27 KM @ 1600-5500 obr./min
Electric motor torque
127 Nm @ 0-1600 obr./min
Electric motor position
Front axle, Transverse
System power
27 KM @ 1600-5500 obr./min
System torque
127 Nm @ 0-1600 obr./min

Volume and weight

Minimum trunk capacity
187 l
Maximum trunk capacity
830 l
Curb weight
1020 kg
Gross weight
1395 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3718 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1390 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
Front track
1336 mm
Rear track
1390 mm
Front overhang
748 mm
Rear overhang
585 mm
Turning circle
11.6 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
1
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Steer
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Electric power steering
Tire size
165/70 R13
ABS
no