1989-2000 XM OverviewCitroën XM Overview (1989 - 2000)
1989 - 2000
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 146 mph
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- 8.4 - 17.6 seconds
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- 81 - 197 BHP
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- 24.8 - 42.8 mpg
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- 1,280 - 1,690 kg
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- 455 - 1,460 L (Hatchback)
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- 480 - 1,960 L (Estate)
The Citroën XM was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 1989 - 2000. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 81 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 197 BHP 3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the XM is the Citroën XM 3.0 L V6 24v which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 134 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 146 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën XM Estate Turbo Injection is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 512 miles and can store 720-1,960 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,500 kg.