1982-1993 BX OverviewCitroën BX Overview (1982 - 1993)
1982 - 1993
Tech Specs Summary
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- 96 - 137 mph
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- 7.5 - 17.4 seconds
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- 60 - 197 BHP
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- 15.7 - 49.6 mpg
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- 906 - 1,280 kg
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- 444 L (Hatchback)
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- 860 L (Estate)
The Citroën BX was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 1982 - 1993. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a hatchback or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 60 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 197 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the BX is the Citroën BX 4TC which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 154 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën BX Break TZD Turbo is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 695 miles and can store 860 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 510 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,100 kg.