| Citroën C1 | |
|---|---|
 The second generation Citroën C1 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | TPCA |
| Production | June 2005 – January 2022 |
| Assembly | Kolín,Czech Republic (TPCA) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | City car (A) |
| Related | Peugeot 107 (2005–2014) Peugeot 108 Toyota Aygo |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Citroën Ami Citroën C3[1] |
TheCitroën C1 is acity car marketed byCitroën from June 2005[2] to January 2022,[1] originally developed as part of theB-Zero project byPSA Peugeot Citroën in a joint venture withToyota, with two generations produced.
The C1 was developed along with twobadge engineered variants, thePeugeot 107, which is mostly identical to the C1 aside from its front bumper fascia and front and rear lights, and theToyota Aygo, which is slightly more differentiated. The three siblings debuted at the2005 Geneva Motor Show and were manufactured at the facilities of theTPCA joint venture (Toyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile) in the city ofKolín,Czech Republic.
| First generation | |
|---|---|
 2008 Citroen C1 Rhythm | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Citroën C1 eco (Greece) |
| Production | June 2005 – 2014 |
| Designer | Donato Coco |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,340 mm (92.1 in) |
| Length | 3,435 mm (135.2 in) |
| Width | 1,630 mm (64.2 in) |
| Height | 1,468 mm (57.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 790–890 kg (1,740–1,960 lb) |
The C1's body was designed byDonato Coco in aone-box configuration. On both the five door C1 and 107, though not the Aygo, the rear tail light cluster extends from the edge of the rear doors to the rear window, without a distinctly expressed "C-pillar".[citation needed] The C1 is powered by a 1.0 L three cylinder engine, which has a fuel economy of 61.4 mpg (UK gallons EU method; 4.6 L/100 km EU method; ca 43.4 mpg US with US method) or a 1.4 L four cylinder diesel engine which has a fuel economy of 68.9 mpg (UK gallons EU method; 4.1 L/100 km EU method; ca 48.8 mpg US with US method).[citation needed] According to the German magazineDer Spiegel, the C1 is the production car with the second-best fuel economy both among petrol engines (after theToyota Prius)[3] and among diesel engines (after theSmart Fortwo mhd).[4]
In January 2010,PSA Peugeot Citroën announced that it was recalling around 100,000 of the C1 and Peugeot 107, following theworldwide recall by Toyota for a sticking accelerator pedal – which the Aygo is affected by. Under certain circumstances, the pedal can stick in a partially depressed position, or return slowly to the off position.[5] The C1 became popular as a cheapracing car for use inendurance racing, similar to its predecessor theCitroën 2CV.[6][7][8]
DesignerFranco Sbarro created a modified C1 named theGT-C1, a design concept that follows the same theme of his previousCitroën Xsara Picasso Cup Concept. The extreme bodywork feature very wide wheels andgullwing doors alongside a modified 1.6L engine from theCitroën C2 VTS andCitroën C4 WRC-derived brakes.[9]
InPortugal andGreece, a commercial van version called the Entreprise is offered, equipped with the 1.4L diesel engine and available only in the three-door body, for urban use. Its 107 sibling also offers an identical version.[10]
In the United Kingdom, the now-defunctElectric Car Corporation sold anelectric car based on the C1, called theCitroën C1 ev'ie from 2009 to 2012.[11][12][13]
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In January 2009, the Citroën C1 wasfacelifted at the same time as thePeugeot 107 andToyota Aygo.
The updated C1 features a revised front bumper and grille, in keeping with Citroën's family look. Three new colours were also added and trim levels were also revised: basic Vibe models became 'VT', and Rhythm became 'VTR'. More durable seat fabrics were used and ventilation control graphics were updated for better legibility, and all models received new wheel trims. A revisedclutch was fitted from this model onwards.[14]
A special edition "Splash" was available at launch, though this was a strictly limited edition. This was based on the basic "VT". However, it featured air conditioning, a CD player and electric front windows. The Splash model was available in Electra Blue or Lipizan White. Electra Blue came with white door mirrors, whilst Lipizan White came with glossy black door mirrors.
Citroën made a further facelift in March 2012. Changes included revised bumper, bonnet, steering wheel and CD player; LED daytime running lights, a new blue paint "Botticelli Blue", and improved fuel economy.
Two new trims were added to the facelift C1 range – Platinum and Edition, both came with alloy wheels, foglights, and a leather steering wheel and gearstick as standard while Platinum added a spoiler and chrome interior trim. VTR+ became the entry level trim when these were introduced.
In August 2012, a third trim, Connexion, was also added to the line-up. Connexion was based on the VTR trim, with 14" alloy wheels, dark tinted rear windows, and different painting.[15]
From 2012 to 2014, The car was rebranded as theCitroën C1 eco for the Greek market.[16]
| Model | Year | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top speed | Fuel economy (NEDC) | CO2 emission (g/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0i 12V | 2005–2014 | I3 | 998 cc | 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 93 N⋅m (69 lbf⋅ft) at 3,600 rpm | 12.3 s | 158 km/h (98 mph) | 4.3 L/100 km (66 mpg‑imp; 55 mpg‑US) | 99-109 |
| Model | Year | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top speed | Fuel economy (NEDC) | CO2 emission (g/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 HDi 8V | 2005–2010 | I4 | 1398 cc | 56 PS (41 kW; 55 hp) at 4,000 rpm | 130 N⋅m (96 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm | 14.8 s | 154 km/h (96 mph) | 4.0 L/100 km (71 mpg‑imp; 59 mpg‑US) | 109 |
Breakdown statistics reported by theGerman Automobile Club in May 2010 placed the Citroën C1 (which the data grouped with thePeugeot 107 andToyota Aygo) at the top of the sub small car class, in respect of the low breakdown rates achieved for cars aged between one and four years.[17][18]
| Test | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant: | 26 |   |
| Child occupant: | 37 | |
| Pedestrian: | 14 | |
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | | |
| Adult occupant: | 24.6 | 68% |
| Child occupant: | 35.6 | 73% |
| Pedestrian: | 19.2 | 53% |
| Safety assist: | 5 | 71% |
TheEuro NCAP score was reduced from 4 stars to 3 stars for the 2012 facelift.
| Second generation (AB40) | |
|---|---|
_Petrol_-_Blue_Lagoon_-_04-2024%2c_Front.jpg) 2017 Citroen C1 Flair | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2014 – January 2022 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.0 L1KR-FEI3 (petrol; KGB40) (2014-2018) 1.2 LEB2-F I3 (petrol; PAB40) (2014-2018) 1.0 L1KR-B52I3 (petrol) (2018-) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,340 mm (92.1 in) |
| Length | 3,470 mm (136.6 in) |
| Width | 1,620 mm (63.8 in) |
| Height | 1,468 mm (57.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 840–956 kg (1,852–2,108 lb) |
At the2014 Geneva Motor Show, Citroën presented a redesigned C1, also to be manufactured at a factory of theToyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile Czech (TPCA) in a joint venture with thePeugeot 108 andToyota Aygo. Afixed-profile cabriolet model named Airscape was introduced with a folding canvas roof, available in both 3 and 5-door configurations.[20]
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| Name | Year | Engine model | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top speed | Fuel economy (NEDC) | CO2 emission (g/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 VTi 68 | 2014-2018 | 1.0 L1KR-FEI3 | 998 cc | 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 95 N⋅m (70 lbf⋅ft) at 4,300 rpm | 13.0 s | 160 km/h (99 mph) | 4.1 L/100 km (69 mpg‑imp; 57 mpg‑US) | 90 |
| 1.2 PureTech | 1.2 LEB2-F I3 | 1199 cc | 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) at 5,750 rpm | 117 N⋅m (86 lbf⋅ft) at 2,750 rpm | 11.0 s | 171 km/h (106 mph) | 4.3 L/100 km (66 mpg‑imp; 55 mpg‑US) | 99 | |
| 1.0 VTi 72 | 2019-2022 | 1.0 L1KR-B52 I3 | 998 cc | 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 93 N⋅m (69 lbf⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm | 12.6 s | 160 km/h (99 mph) | 3.8 L/100 km (74 mpg‑imp; 62 mpg‑US) | 86 |
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | | |
| Adult occupant: | 30.7 | 80% |
| Child occupant: | 39.5 | 80% |
| Pedestrian: | 22.5 | 62% |
| Safety assist: | 7.3 | 56% |
The next-generation C1 was planned to be released in March 2021 based on theTNGA-B platform, but the plan was cancelled.[26] The TPCA joint venture announced the discontinuation of the Citroën C1 and Peugeot 108 for 2021, while the Toyota Aygo will continue to the third-generation as theToyota Aygo X.[27][28][29] Production was stopped in 1 January 2022, after almost 1.2 million vehicles were produced (both generations included).[1]
| Calendar Year | Europe[30][31][32] |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 17,949 |
| 2006 | 87,563 |
| 2007 | 93,903 |
| 2008 | 104,475 |
| 2009 | 118,702 |
| 2010 | 102,023 |
| 2011 | 82,969 |
| 2012 | 65,573 |
| 2013 | 56,722 |
| 2014 | 53,518 |
| 2015 | 63,695 |
| 2016 | 62,537 |
| 2017 | 53,292 |
| 2018 | 52,020 |
| 2019 | 49,900 |
| 2020 | 40,578 |
| 2021 | 35,897 |
| 2022 | 3,559 |
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