autoevolution
 

Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Mini
Production years: 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

CITROEN AX 3 Doors 1986-1991 70 Photos
CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)CITROEN AX 3 Doors (1986-1991)

According to Citroen, the little AX might be considered the first supermini vehicle built by the "double-chevron" carmaker.

At the beginning of '80s, Citroen started to develop a vehicle to replace the aging Axel/Visa lineup. The three-door AX replaced the Axel, while the five-door replaced the Visa. With a new design based on a modified platform from its predecessor, the little French car started its 12 years career in 1986. It was light, agile, and highly fuel-efficient. A naturally aspirated diesel version of the AX earned its place in the Guinness World Book of Record with its 2.7 l/100 km (87.1 mpg-US) fuel consumption.

Despite its boxy look, the AX featured a stunning-low drag coefficient of just 0.31. Its headlights reflected the car's shape, and the turn-signals were mounted on the corners, so the carmaker didn't have to install an additional set on the sides. A special Rallye (or AX Sport) version was fitted with white steel wheels, which evoked the same design as for the successful Peugeot 205.

The interior design followed the same wedged shapes from the outside, with a dashboard that looked like it was made from vinyl-covered plywood. Apart from the steering wheel, everything else inside was made in straight lines and straight angles. To save weight, the car lacked sound-deadening materials and exposed metal parts here and there.

Citroen fitted the little AX 3-doors with a wide choice of engines ranged between 42 hp and 96 hp. The 1.4-liter diesel version was famous for its fuel efficiency and for its noisy running, but it was reliable and could run over 1000 miles (1609 km) on a tank.

CITROEN AX 3 Doors 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991
  8 gasoline engines
  • 1.0L 4MT FWD (42 HP)
  • 1.1L 4MT FWD (54 HP)
  • 1.1L 4MT FWD (60 HP)
  • 1.3L 5MT FWD (95 HP)
  • 1.4L 5MT FWD (65 HP)
  • 1.4L 5MT FWD (69 HP)
  • 1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP)
  • 1.4L 5MT FWD (84 HP)
  1 diesel engine
  • 1.4L D 5MT FWD (53 HP)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.0L 4MT FWD (42 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L 4MT FWD (42 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:954 cm3
Power:30.9 KW @ 5200 RPM
42 HP @ 5200 RPM
41 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque:51 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
69 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:11.4 gallons (43.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:87 mph (140 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):20.8 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:135/70SR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1404.3 lbs (637 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2325.9 lbs (1055 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.1L 4MT FWD (54 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.1L 4MT FWD (54 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1124 cm3
Power:39.7 KW @ 5800 RPM
54 HP @ 5800 RPM
53 BHP @ 5800 RPM
Torque:65 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM
88 Nm @ 3200 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:98.2 mph (158 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):13.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:135/70SR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1485.9 lbs (674 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2392 lbs (1085 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.1L 4MT FWD (60 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.1L 4MT FWD (60 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1124 cm3
Power:44 KW @ 6200 RPM
60 HP @ 6200 RPM
59 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:65 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM
88 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System:Monopoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:103.8 mph (167 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:135/70SR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1428.6 lbs (648 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2513.3 lbs (1140 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.3L 5MT FWD (95 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT FWD (95 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1294 cm3
Power:70 KW @ 6800 RPM
95 HP @ 6800 RPM
94 BHP @ 6800 RPM
Torque:83 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM
112 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:115.6 mph (186 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:175/70HR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1576.3 lbs (715 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2303.8 lbs (1045 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (65 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (65 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1360 cm3
Power:48 KW @ 5200 RPM
65 HP @ 5200 RPM
64 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque:80 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM
109 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:104.4 mph (168 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:135/70SR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1512.4 lbs (686 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2458.2 lbs (1115 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (69 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (69 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1360 cm3
Power:51 KW @ 5400 RPM
69 HP @ 5400 RPM
68 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque:79 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM
107 Nm @ 3200 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:106.9 mph (172 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155/70R13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1532.2 lbs (695 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2458.2 lbs (1115 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1360 cm3
Power:55 KW @ 6200 RPM
75 HP @ 6200 RPM
74 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:77 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM
104 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System:Monopoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:110.6 mph (178 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155/65R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1609.4 lbs (730 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2557.4 lbs (1160 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (84 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (84 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1360 cm3
Power:62 KW @ 6400 RPM
84 HP @ 6400 RPM
83 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:85 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM
115 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:111.8 mph (180 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/65R13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1563.1 lbs (709 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2480.2 lbs (1125 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)

CITROEN AX 3 Doors
1.4L D 5MT FWD (53 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L D 5MT FWD (53 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1360 cm3
Power:39 KW @ 5000 RPM
53 HP @ 5000 RPM
52 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque:61 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM
83 Nm @ 2500 RPM
Fuel System:Indirect Injection
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:9.5 gallons (36.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:96.3 mph (155 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):14.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:145/70SR13
DIMENSIONS
Length:137.8 in (3500 mm)
Width:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Height:53.5 in (1359 mm)
Front/rear Track:54.3/51.2 in (1,379/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:89.8 in (2281 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.6 cuFT (272 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1576.3 lbs (715 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2535.3 lbs (1150 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km)
  report a mistake on this page