Unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 1974, the Citroen CX is celebrating its fortieth anniversary this year. It is remembered fondly today as a bold, stylish vehicle with the ability to deliver creative responses to the issues of the time, making its mark with advances in technology, including the
Citroen CX turns 40
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The Citroen CX is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.
It is remembered today as a bold, stylish vehicle with the ability to deliver creative responses to the issues of the time. The CX made its mark with advances in technology, including the turbocharged diesel engine, GTi version, and hydropneumatic suspension for new standards in comfort.
Recognised for its style and bold technical choices, the CX was also a highly comfortable car. It inherited the constantheight hydropneumatic suspension of the legendary Citroen DS, achieving impeccable roadholding, as well as the power-operated self-centring steering system seen on the SM in 1970.
The same high standards of comfort were visible in the innovations provided for easy use. For example, the C-matic torque converter did away with the clutch pedal, freeing up space for greater passenger comfort. Also, the interior design placed particular emphasis on convenience, with a futuristic driving position, enabling the driver to access all the controls without releasing the steering wheel.
Further reflecting its innovative capacities, the Citroen CX was the first French car to be fitted with ABS brakes in 1985.
The CX was a huge market success, selling more than 1.2 million units in its 16 year production run up to 1991.
Today, the Citroen CX lives on through the events and meetings organised by the CX Club de France and l'Amicale de France. At the same, time, the enthusiasm inspired by the YoungTimers, sports cars of the 1980s that are now collectors' models, is giving a new lease of life to models such as the Citroen CX GTi Turbo.