1983 Chevrolet Citation X-11
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- Photo: Chevrolet Citation II front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: ChevroletCitation by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: City of Columbus Car - DPLA - e19bd039617edef4dd1fa7bd94740317 by David E. Lucas, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Citation II rear by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: ChevroletCitation-rear by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1983 Chevrolet Citation X-11 is a 135-hp 2.8-liter V6 with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
It makes 135 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque.
The Citation measures 176.7 inches long on a 104.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,491 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.8L High-Output OHV V6 (LH7) |
| Displacement | 2.8 L |
| Horsepower | 135 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.9 x 76.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9 |
| Injection Type | 2-bbl carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed Manual (overdrive) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 14 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Added standard (X-11 handling package) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Added standard (X-11 handling package) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented Discs, 9.72 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drums |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in wheels |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in wheels |
| Tires Front | P215/60 R14 (Goodyear Eagle GT) |
| Tires Rear | P215/60 R14 (Goodyear Eagle GT) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176.7 in |
| Width | 68.3 in |
| Height | 53.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.9 in |
| Front Track | 58.7 in |
| Rear Track | 57 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,491 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Legroom Rear | 35.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet CITATION. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 13, 1983 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
THE BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES MAY BREAK AND SEPARATE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS WOULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND WOULD RESULT IN A PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE ALL SUSPECT VALVES.
NHTSA campaign 83V105000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1983 CHEVROLET CITATION. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.