Eurovans

Second generation
Production	February 2002–November 2010
Layout	FF layout
Platform	Sevel Nord van
Wheelbase	2,823 mm (111.1 in)
Length	4,727 mm (186.1 in) (Peugeot 807)
Width	1,854 mm (73.0 in) (Peugeot 807)
Height	1,752 mm (69.0 in) (Peugeot 807)

First generation
Also called	Citroën Evasion (Synergie); Fiat Ulysse; Lancia Zeta; Peugeot 806
Production	March 1994–February 2002
Layout	FF layout
Platform	Sevel Nord vancitation needed

Eurovans
Manufacturer	Sevel Nord
Production	March 1994–November 2010; Citroen C8 continues in Canada
Assembly	Lieu-Saint-Amand, France (Sevel); Jakarta, Indonesia (Gaya Motor) (1997–2003)citation needed
Successor	Citroën Grand C4 Picasso; Fiat Freemont; Lancia Voyager; Peugeot 5008
Class	Large MPV
Body style	5-door MPV
Related	Sevel Nord delivery vans

For the van sold in North America, see Volkswagen Eurovan.

The Eurovans are a family of large MPVs from the Citroën, Peugeot, Fiat and Lancia badges, built by Sevel at Sevel Nord factory. It was launched in March 1994. Production ceased in November 2010 for Fiat Ulysse and Lancia Phedra, but not for PSA Group siblings.

The Eurovans differ little technically and visually, being a prime example of badge engineering. The Eurovans share mechanicals and body structure with the Sevel light commercial vans: Citroën Jumpy (Dispatch), Fiat Scudo and Peugeot Expert.¹

First generation (1994-2002)

The first generation Eurovans were introduced in 1994. They are smaller than American vans, like the Chrysler Voyager, which is also available in Europe. In contrast to the Toyota Previa and like American minivans they had sliding rear side doors, a trait they share with their commercial siblings. In spite of the fact that the Voyager also came in the "Grand" versions with elongated body and wheelbase (and the Espace followed suit in 1997), the Eurovans only came in one size.

The Eurovans were almost identical, the differences consisting in different grilles, lower tailgates/taillights, wheel covers/alloy wheels and exterior and interior badging, as well as different trim levels. In October 1998, the Eurovans were mildly facelifted.

Inside, the gear lever was mounted on the dashboard rather than on the floor, and the handbrake is on the door side of the driver's seat, which allowed for the elimination of central console and opened up a passage between the front seats. The seating configurations included two fixed seats in front and three individual removable seats in the middle row, along with optional two individual removable seats or a three-seater bench in the third row.

Engines

The first-generation Eurovans utilized PSA's XU/XUD engines, regardless of brand. They were later replaced by the PSA EW/DW engine. All were mated to 5-speed manual transmissions, except for the 2.0 16v EW petroleum engine, which had an option of a 4-speed automatic.

Name	Fuel	Volume	Output	Torque	Engine code	Notes
1.8 8v	Petrol	1,761 cc (1.761 L; 107.5 cu in)	99 PS (73 kW; 98 hp) @5750 rpm	147 N·m (108 lb·ft) @2600 rpm	XU7	Not available for Lancia Zeta, phased out in 2000
2.0 8v	Petrol	1,998 cc (1.998 L; 121.9 cu in)	121 PS (89 kW; 119 hp) @5750 rpm	170 N·m (130 lb·ft) @2650 rpm	XU10 2C	Not available for Lancia Zeta, phased out in 2000
2.0 16v	Petrol	1,998 cc (1.998 L; 121.9 cu in)	132 PS (97 kW; 130 hp) @5500 rpm	180 N·m (130 lb·ft) @4200 rpm	XU10 J4	Phased out in 2000
2.0 16v	Petrol	1,997 cc (1.997 L; 121.9 cu in)	136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @6000 rpm	190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4100 rpm	EW10 J4	Optional automatic transmission; replaced all previous petroleum engines in July 2000
2.0 8v Turbo	Petrol	1,998 cc (1.998 L; 121.9 cu in)	147 PS (108 kW; 145 hp) @5300 rpm	235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @2500 rpm	XU10 J2TE	Phased out in 2000
1.9 8v TD	Diesel	1,905 cc (1.905 L; 116.3 cu in)	90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4000 rpm	196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @2250 rpm	XUD9	Phased out in 2000, not available for Lancia Zeta
2.1 12v TD	Diesel	2,088 cc (2.088 L; 127.4 cu in)	109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @4300 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @2000 rpm	XUD11	Phased out in 2000
2.0 8v HDi/JTD	Diesel	1,997 cc (1.997 L; 121.9 cu in)	109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @4000 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @1750 rpm	DW10AETD	PSA's new HDI engine, billed JTD by Fiat in spite of that; introduced in January 2000 to replace both previous diesels
2.0 16v HDi/JTD	Diesel	1,997 cc (1.997 L; 121.9 cu in)	109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @4000 rpm	270 N·m (200 lb·ft) @1750 rpm	DW10AETD4	16-valve version of previous engine, introduced in 2001

Model differences

Citroën Evasion/Synergie

Front view

The Evasion was badged Synergie in the right hand drive markets of both the United Kingdom and Ireland, presumably due to the existence of the English word "evasion" which is pronounced differently from the French and has different connotations (the word means 'getting away from it all' in French but 'escaping' or 'avoiding' (esp. by subterfuge) in English). However, the car retained the Evasion name in New Zealand. In 1998 the Citroën Evasion received a slight facelift including a larger logo and a restyling of the front grille and rear bumper.

Peugeot 806

Front view

Rear view

The 806 was named according to Peugeot's "x0x" system, where the first digit indicates model series (vehicle size/class) and the last indicates the generation, with a central zero. The largest Peugeot series then available was the executive saloon 605, so Peugeot chose 8, potentially leaving room for an in between model. The Eurovans were launched when Peugeot was replacing the "x05" with "x06" models, so it was appropriately labeled "806".

Fiat Ulysse

Front view

Rear view

The Fiat was named after Ulysses, the Roman name for Odysseus, the hero of Homer's Odyssey. This could have been problematic as Honda used the Odyssey name for their minivan, but the Honda Odyssey was only sold in Europe in its first generation and then named Honda Shuttle. The Ulysse range received a facelift in 1999.

Lancia Zeta

Front view

Rear view

Following the traditional naming theme, Lancia named its variant with the, previously unused, Greek letter Zeta. With its big chrome grille, the Lancia served as the "premium" Eurovan, not available with base engines and exceptionally well equipped, with prices up to 20% higher than corresponding versions of other Eurovans.

Second generation (2002-2010 exception:Peugeot 807 and Citroën C8)

In 2002 the second generation of the Eurovans was launched. The 807 itself was launched in June, followed by the C8 in July.² The floorpan, wheelbase, and suspension were not altered, but all exterior dimensions-including front and rear tracks- were increased. The increase in length of almost 30 cm greatly enhanced interior volume. The new Eurovans were afforded a much more bubbly, contemporary look, along with a modern-looking dashboard with centrally mounted gauges.

The differences between the various versions were more pronounced, encompassing entire front fascias and rear sections (including head- and tail-lights), as well as different interior colour themes. The middle and third row seats now had fore/aft sliders to increase flexibility and also adjustable backs. As with the first generation, a three-seater bench seat was available in the third row, slotting in to the standard third row seat runners, with back-lowering and tilt forward arrangements to increase boot space.

The Citroën C8 and Peugeot 807 also got a light facelift in 2008.

The Fiat and the Lancia were slightly wider than PSA vans, and the Phedra is also longer than other Eurovans.³

To highlight the launch of the V6 engine, Peugeot presented a design study called Peugeot 807 Grand Tourisme at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show. Apart from the fancier 4-passenger interior and some mechanical and visual tuning, the car was essentially a top-of-the-line 807 in a purple colour.