2020 Citroen C1 — Full Specifications

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Second generationGeneration
2014–2022Production
2Engines Listed
PetrolFuel Types
2020Model Year

The 2020 Citroen C1 belongs to the Second generation generation, built 2014–2022. 2020 was year 7 of its run. Body styles: 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback, airscape cabriolet. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.2 PureTech, 1.0 VTi 72. Owners often keep a Citroen C1 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.

Second generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles

Citroen C1 model years from 2014 to 2022 belong to the same generation. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2020 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.

EngineFuelDisplacementPower
1.2 PureTechPetrol1.199 L83 PS
1.0 VTi 72Petrol0.998 L72 PS
Body styles3-door hatchback · 5-door hatchback · Airscape cabriolet
Transmissions5-speed manual · 5-speed semi-automatic (ETG5)
GenerationSecond generation (2014-2022)

Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.

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Running Costs: 2020 Citroen C1

Running costs for a 2020 Citroen C1 depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.

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2020 Citroen C1 Safety Rating

Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Citroen C1. Look the Citroen C1 up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.

Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026

Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which generation is the 2020 Citroen C1?

The 2020 Citroen C1 is part of the Second generation (2014-2022) generation, produced 2014–2022.

What engines did the 2020 Citroen C1 come with?

Engines listed for this generation include 1.2 PureTech (petrol); 1.0 VTi 72 (petrol). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.

What body styles does the 2020 Citroen C1 come in?

This generation was offered as: 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback, Airscape cabriolet.

What gearbox does the 2020 Citroen C1 have?

Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 5-speed semi-automatic (ETG5), depending on engine and trim.

How safe is the 2020 Citroen C1?

European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Citroen C1 at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.

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