Citroen BX I  (Phase I 1982)
Citroen BX I  (Phase I 1982) - Photo 2

Key specs

Citroen BX Hatchback 1983, 1986

What is the body type?Hatchback, 5 Doors, 5 Seats
How fast is the car?157 km/h
0-100 km/h: 15.5 sec
How much power?65 Hp, 120 Nm
What is the engine size?1.9 l
1905 cm3
How many cylinders?4, Inline
How long is this vehicle?4230 mm
How wide is the vehicle?1660 mm
What is the curb weigh?990 kg
What is the gross weigh?1480 kg
How much trunk (boot) space?445 - 1455 l
How many gears?5
What type is the gearbox?manual transmission

1983-1986 Citroen BX I (Phase I 1982) 19 RD (65 Hp) Specs 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986

General information
Brand Citroen
Model BX
Generation BX (Phase I 1982)
Modification (Engine) 19 RD (65 Hp)
Start of production 1983
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body typeHatchback
Seats5
Doors5
Performance specs
Fuel Type Diesel
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h15.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph15.5 sec
Maximum speed157 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio15.2 kg/Hp
Engine specs
Power 65 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power per litre 34.1 Hp/l
Torque 120 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine location Front, Transverse
Engine displacement1905 cm3
Number of cylinders4
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore83 mm
Piston Stroke88 mm
Compression ratio23.5
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemDiesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine oil capacity4.5 l
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 990 kg
Max. weight 1480 kg
Max load 490 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum 445 - 1455 l
Fuel tank capacity 52 l
Dimensions
Length 4230 mm
Width 1660 mm
Height 1365 mm
Wheelbase 2655 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.9 m
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drive wheel Front wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission) 5
Front suspension Hydro-pneumatic element
Rear suspension Trailing arm
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc
Steering type Steering rack
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 165/70 R14
Wheel rims size R14