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Saxo
1996 Citroën Saxo
France
Gasoline
FWD
Hatchback
Updated Aug 24, 2026
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Specifications
Vehicle Details
Powertrain
Dimensions
Engine & Performance
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Interior
Features
Safety & Security
Other
Vehicle Details
Year
1996
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Body Style
Hatchback
Generation
1st Generation
Seats
5
Doors
3
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 3
5-speed
Powertrain
Engine Name
1.6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Power (hp)
88 hp
Power (kW)
65 kW
Top speed
176 km/h
(109 mph)
0–60 mph
11 seconds
0–100 km/h
11.6 seconds
Displacement
1,587 cc
Dimensions
Length
3,737 mm
(147.1 in)
Width
1,620 mm
(63.8 in)
Height
1,360 mm
(53.5 in)
Wheelbase
2,385 mm
(93.9 in)
Curb weight
895 kg
(1,973 lb)
Engine & Performance
Engine
Engine Fluids
Synthetic Oil (viscosity)
5W-40
10W-40
Semi-synthetic Oil (viscosity)
5W-40
10W-40
Engine Oil, Volume
3.5 litres
Engine Configuration
Bore
78.5 mm
(3.1 in)
Stroke
82 mm
(3.2 in)
Compression Ratio
9.6 :1
Engine Configuration
Inline
Synchronization
Timing Belt
Service Intervals
Timing Interval
150,000 km / 10 years
Air Filter
60,000 km
(37,282 mi)
Fuel Filter
60,000 km
(37,282 mi)
Spark Plug
60,000 km
(37,282 mi)
Brake Fluid
60,000 km / 2 years
Oil Change & Engine Filter
15,000 km / 1 years
Engine Coolant
2 years
Interior Filter
20,000 km / 1 years
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 3
5-speed
Fuel
General
Tank Volume
45 litres
Fuel Consumption NEDC
City
8 – 8.8 litres / 100 km
Highway
7.4 – 7.5 litres / 100 km
Combined
7.7 – 8 litres / 100 km
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Track, Front
1,401 mm
(55.2 in)
Track, Rear
1,321 mm
(52.0 in)
Weight
Gross Weight
1360 – 1400 kg
(2,998 – 3,086 lb)
Max Trailer Load, braked 12%
700 kg
(1,543 lb)
Max Trailer Load, unbraked
447 kg
(985 lb)
Cargo Capacity
450 – 455 kg
(992 – 1,003 lb)
Max Roof Load
50 kg
(110 lb)
Max Towbar Download
50 kg
(110 lb)
Exterior
Chassis & Body
Chassis
Chassis
Hatchback
Equipment
Side Mirrors
Mirror Type
Conventional
Adjustments
Mechanical
Folding
Manual
Windscreen Wipers
Rear Wiper
Yes
Rear Washer System
Yes
Windscreen Wipers: Connector type, Front
Hook
Number of Windscreen Wipers, Front
2
Windows › Window Lifts, Features
Pinch Protection
Optional
Windows › Window Lifts, Features › Pinch Protection
Driver
Optional
Passenger
Optional
Windows
Heated Windows
Rear
Heat-Insulating Windows
Optional
Safety Glass
Yes
Windows › Heat-Insulating Windows
Front
Optional
First Row
Optional
Second Row
Optional
Rear
Optional
Windows › Safety Glass
Front
Laminated
Side
Tempered
Rear
Tempered
Other Equipment
Sunroof
Optional
Tow Hook
Front
Rear
Normal Roof
Yes
Antenna
Whip
Mud Flaps
Optional
Other Equipment › Sunroof
Sun Blind
Optional
Other Equipment › Sunroof › Sun Blind
Tinted Glass
Optional
Other Equipment › Mud Flaps
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Rims & Tires
Number of Bolts
4 pcs
Bolt Distance
108
Nut/Bolt Dimensions
M12x1.25
Central Bore (CB), front
65.1
Fastening Type
Lug Bolts
Rim Type
Disc Wheel
Interior
Equipment
Instrument Cluster
Trip Computer
Optional
Speedometer
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Fuel Gauge
Analogue
Coolant Temperature
Analogue
Climate Control
Air Condition
Optional
Micro Filter
Optional
Pollen Filter
Optional
Outside Temperature Indicator
Optional
Connectivity
Radio
Optional
Radio Preparation
Yes
Connectivity › Radio
AM
Optional
FM
Optional
Connectivity › Radio Preparation
Cassette
Optional
Rear-view Mirror
Anti-glare
Manual
Rear-view Mirror: Mirror Type
Standard
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments
Glove Compartment
Lockable (Manual)
Armrest Hatch
Optional
Back Pocket
Optional
Coin Holder
Optional
Card Holder
Yes
Under Seats
Optional
Door
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments › Glove Compartment
Light
Optional
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments › Armrest Hatch
Front
Optional
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments › Under Seats
Front
Optional
Lights
Read Light
Front
Guide Light
Entry Guard
Other Equipment
Driver Side
Optional
Clock
Yes
12V Outlet
Front
Carpets
Optional
Ashtray
Optional
Cigarette Lighter
Optional
Other Equipment › Driver Side
Passenger Side
Optional
Other Equipment › Clock
Digital
Instrument Cluster
Other Equipment › Carpets
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Other Equipment › Ashtray
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Trunk
Rear Trunk
Yes
Rear Trunk
Volume
280 litres
Volume, Back Seat Collapsed
953 litres
Features
Comfort Features
Cruise Control
Optional
Other Features
Horn
Single Note
Accessories
Tool Kit and Jack
Yes
Tire Repair Kit
Optional
Compressor
Optional
Fire Extinguisher
Optional
Warning Triangle
Optional
First Aid Kit
Optional
Trunk Modules
Optional
Bicycle Holder
Optional
Coat Hanger
Optional
Safety & Security
Seat Belt
Height Adjustable Retractor
Yes
Seat Belt Colour
Black
Feature
Driver
Passenger
Rear
Seat Belt Reminder
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Belt Pretensioner
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Height Adjustable Retractor
Manual
Yes
Type of Belt
Three-Point-Belt
Front Seats
Outer Rear Seats
Brake Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Optional
Airbags
Frontal Airbag
Driver: Optional
Passenger: Optional
Rear: -
Other
Car Classification
American Classification
Subcompact Car/Economy Car
British Classification
City Car
Australian Classification
Microcar
European Segment
A-Segment
Car.info Classification
Mini Car
Saxo
Model
5 variants
€67,000
MSRP · EUR
8.9
Body
Hatchback
Variant
Saxo Standard
1996–2004
Saxo Hatchback Generations
1 of 2
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1st Generation
1996–1999
Year
1996
Powertrain
1.6
Horsepower
88 hp
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Transmission
Automatic | Manual, 3 | 5-speed
Gasoline
HatchbackHatchback
FWD
Gasoline