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Citroën C1 1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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2.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Generations

Engine Overview

The Citroën C1 1 is available with 2 engine variants — from 54 to 90 hp.

1.4L HDi · Diesel· 54 PS
2005 2014
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
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1.0L · Petrol· 68–69 PS
2005 2014
Be Careful 6 weaknesses

The Citroën 1.4L HDi (Diesel, 54 PS) has the DV4 (1.4L HDi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.

The Citroën 1.0L (Petrol, 68–69 PS) has the 1KR-FE (1.0L) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Above-average brake disc wear

Brake discs on the C1 I wear out very early. The rejection rate at the first MOT is already three times higher than the class average. Brake lines also start to rust early.

Symptoms: Squealing or grinding when braking, increased stopping distance, vibrations in the brake pedal
from 40,000 km
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 18 weaknesses have been documented for the Citroën C1 1 (2005–2014) — 12 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: DV4 (1.4L HDi). Typical issues affect Brakes, Rust, Electronics, Cooling.

C1 (DV4, 2005–2014) — Stay Away!: Injectors seized — removal impossible, Turbocharger damage from oil sludge, EGR valve sooted up and blocked. Power: 54 PS.

C1 (1KR-FE, 2005–2014) — Be Careful: Water pump leaks — early coolant loss, Ignition coil failure — misfires in the three-cylinder, Spark plug and ignition coil wear. Power: 68–69 PS.

What to watch out for with the Citroën C1? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Citroën C1 1 have? +
The Citroën C1 1 has 12 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Citroën C1 1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: 1KR-FE (1.0L). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the 1KR-FE (1.0L). Problem engine: DV4 (1.4L HDi) — stay away!
Which Citroën C1 1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Citroën C1 1 — rated: "Decent". {description} 68 hp in the lightweight C1 I is enough for city and cross-country driving; the direct gearchange makes it agile on narrow roads. Above 120 km/h on the motorway it starts to struggle.
Is the Citroën C1 1 worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Citroën C1 1 — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Citroën C1 1? +
The Citroën C1 1 is available with engine variants from 54 to 90 hp. Petrol: 1KR-FE (1.0L). Diesel: DV4 (1.4L HDi).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee