Citroën XM

Citroën XM
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The Citroën XM is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Citroën from 1989 to 2000. Voted 1990 European Car of the Year for its contributions in terms of design and technological innovation, it was the first production automobile in the world to be equipped with electronically controlled hydropneumatic suspension.

Technical data
ManufacturerPeugeot
ProductionFrom 1989
Body typeHatchback

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Citroën XM (from registration data). 4 variants.

Engine variants for Citroën XM
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.0 l · 4-cyl207 km/h
2.1 l · 4-cyl
2.4 l · 4-cyl
2.9 l · 6-cyl231 km/h

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Generations

Other Citroën models

Similar Hatchback models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 63% of Citroën XMs pass their MOT test first time, based on 144 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Citroën XM in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Citroën recalls.