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blueflame · 04-06-2009, 07:17 AM

What model and year do you have?

I have 3 Citroen AX's

I just drive one most days. An AX10re.

I think the TRS use more fuel than RE models.

I've had 1000cc, 1100cc and 1360cc AX's but the 954cc is the most economical, at 45hp compared to 85hp single carb GT's or 100hp 2 carb GT's.

I have fitted 135/80x 13 tyres which have a bigger diameter. This raises all the gear ratios and improved economy. I run 60psi in the tyres. I use HAI. In Britain I would do the grill block but would recommend a temperature gauge first.

I'm consistently getting over 75mpg Imperal sometimes 80mpg.

Lots of engine off gliding and keeping the speed under 90km/hr.

Dont beleive some of the anglocentric froggy bashing stuff on the net.

I have had over 10 Citroen Ax's and am impressed with their reliability, just dont get in a smash up if you want to live.

Just remember to service them correctly especially coolant changes. Most cars die because they are killed.

04-06-2009, 07:17 AM	#8 (permalink)
blueflame Master EcoModder Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Auckland NZ Posts: 333 Thanks: 7 Thanked 13 Times in 10 Posts	I have 3 Citroen AX's What model and year do you have? I have 3 Citroen AX's I just drive one most days. An AX10re. I think the TRS use more fuel than RE models. I've had 1000cc, 1100cc and 1360cc AX's but the 954cc is the most economical, at 45hp compared to 85hp single carb GT's or 100hp 2 carb GT's. I have fitted 135/80x 13 tyres which have a bigger diameter. This raises all the gear ratios and improved economy. I run 60psi in the tyres. I use HAI. In Britain I would do the grill block but would recommend a temperature gauge first. I'm consistently getting over 75mpg Imperal sometimes 80mpg. Lots of engine off gliding and keeping the speed under 90km/hr. Dont beleive some of the anglocentric froggy bashing stuff on the net. I have had over 10 Citroen Ax's and am impressed with their reliability, just dont get in a smash up if you want to live. Just remember to service them correctly especially coolant changes. Most cars die because they are killed.