Bus Citroën Jumper 2.8 HDi
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Bus Citroën Jumper 2.8 HDi

We decided to buy a camper rather than a car. Emotions are not decisive here (although manufacturers are increasingly playing on the emotional side of the buyer), but so far it is still primarily money, a way of financing and depreciation of the money invested. Thus, the lowest possible consumption and the highest possible intervals between scheduled services. However, if any of these vans are still jittery and enjoyable to drive, there is nothing wrong with that either.

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Bus Citroën Jumper 2.8 HDi

Jumper with a 2-liter HDi engine - this is definitely it! It has features that many passenger cars cannot protect. The well-known Common Rail diesel engine with direct fuel injection is distinguished by almost truck torque (8 hp and 127 Nm of torque).

In practice, it turns out that in the city it is easy to keep up with traffic jams, as well as overcome more difficult climbs, for example, to a ski resort or through a mountain pass. The ergonomically positioned gear lever allows small shifting as the engine is assisted by a gearbox with well-designed short ratios. This ensures that even a fully loaded van with eight passengers, driver and luggage does not sag. He's also fast on the highway. With the final speed promised by the factory (152 km / h) and the speed shown on the speedometer (170 km / h), this is one of the fastest vans. But, despite the fact that the engine is powerful, it is not too gluttonous. On average, in the city and on the highway, 9 liters of diesel fuel are consumed per 5 kilometers.

Therefore, the temptation to "compete" with the Jumper face to face with cars is great, not least because it instills confidence while driving. The noise is low (the new Jumper differs from its predecessor in additional sound insulation), and the influence of the crosswind in this version was not too strong.

The passengers appreciated the comfort. Nothing bounces in the back row seats. When it comes to vans, the tilt of the body in corners is negligible. In fact, the Jumper is "glued" to the road as the chassis is matched to the characteristics that the Jumper allows. You will deliver passengers to the desired destination so quickly, safely and comfortably, which is very important in this type of cargo transportation. Passengers are becoming more demanding, especially when it comes to long distance travel.

Comfort is provided by an efficient air conditioning that will not deprive even those behind. There were no complaints that it was cold in the back and too hot in the front. The seats are very comfortable, individually positioned on the limousine minibus model, with armrests, adjustable backrest tilt and a three-point seat belt. The only thing missing is a stewardess with a serving trolley!

The driver enjoys the same comfort. The seat is adjustable in all directions, so it's not hard to find a suitable seat behind the rather flat steering wheel (van). The fittings are pleasing to the eye and transparent, with all sizes, lots of usable spaces and drawers for small items, they work very automotive.

The Jumper combines van space and versatility with some automotive luxury. For the comfort of passengers and driver. With favorable fuel consumption and service intervals of 30.000 5 km, low maintenance costs. Of course, at the affordable price of a well-equipped jumper of 2 million tolar.

Petr Kavchich

Bus Citroën Jumper 2.8 HDi

Basic data

Technical information

engine: 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - direct injection diesel - front mounted transversely - bore and stroke 94,0 × 100,0 mm - displacement 2798 cm3 - compression ratio 18,5:1 - maximum power 93,5 kW (127 hp) at 3600 rpm - maximum torque 300 Nm at 1800 rpm - crankshaft in 5 bearings - 1 camshaft in head (timing belt) - 2 valves per cylinder - direct fuel injection Via Common Rail System - Exhaust Turbocharger - Oxidation Catalyst
Energy transfer: front wheel motor drives - 5-speed synchronized transmission - gear ratio I. 3,730; II. 1,950 hours; III. 1,280 hours; IV. 0,880; V. 0,590; reverse 3,420 - differential 4,930 - tires 195/70 R 15 C
Capacity: top speed 152 km/h - acceleration 0-100 km/h n.a. - fuel consumption (ECE) n.a. (gas oil)
Transportation and suspension: 4 doors, 9 seats - self-supporting body - front single suspension, leaf springs, triangular cross rails - rear rigid axle, leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers - two-wheel brakes, front disc (forced cooling), rear disc drum, power steering, ABS - rack and pinion steering wheel, servo
Mass: empty vehicle 2045 kg - permissible total weight 2900 kg - permissible trailer weight with brake 2000 kg, without brake 750 kg - permissible roof load 150 kg
External dimensions: length 4655 mm - width 1998 mm - height 2130 mm - wheelbase 2850 mm - track front 1720 mm - rear 1710 mm - driving radius 12,0 m
Inner dimensions: length 2660 mm - width 1810/1780/1750 mm - height 955-980 / 1030/1030 mm - longitudinal 900-1040 / 990-790 / 770 mm - fuel tank 80 l
Box: 1900

Our measurements

T = 17 ° C, p = 1014 mbar, rel. vl. = 79%, Mileage condition: 13397 km, Tires: Michelin Agilis 81
Acceleration 0-100km:16,6s
1000m from the city: 38,3 years (


131 km / h)
Flexibility 50-90km / h: 10,1 (IV.) S
Flexibility 80-120km / h: 20,0 (W) p
Maximum speed: 170km / h


(V.)
Minimum consumption: 9,0l / 100km
test consumption: 9,5 l / 100km
Braking distance at 130 km / h: 83,2m
Braking distance at 100 km / h: 48,2m
Noise at 50 km / h in 3rd gear64dB
Noise at 50 km / h in 4rd gear60dB
Noise at 50 km / h in 5rd gear59dB
Noise at 90 km / h in 4rd gear67dB
Noise at 90 km / h in 5rd gear64dB
Noise at 130 km / h in 5rd gear71dB
Test errors: unmistakable

evaluation

  • With the most powerful 2.8 HDi engine, the Jumper is the ideal car for the comfortable transportation of eight passengers. They impress with freestanding seats with the ability to adjust the working space of cars and drivers, which is much closer to cars than vans.

We praise and reproach

engine

Transmission

driving performance

transparent mirrors

Equipment

comfortable seats

production

blowing on the door

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