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  Citroen Saxo (1997 - 2003) (Classics Reviews)
  Based on the Peugeot 106, the Citroen Saxo was unveiled in 1996 and repeated the AX’s trick of fizzy, low-power engines in a lightweight supermini that handled brilliantly. The ‘warm’ VTR and ‘hot’ VTS models arrived in late 1997…. and the company couldn't import them quickly enough.
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  Citroen Synergie (1995 - 2002) (Classics Reviews)
  While the concept of a van with seats was nothing new, it was the launch of the Renault Espace in 1984 that galvanised the concept in Europe – creating one of the first MPVs in the process and spurring manufacturers into action. In a bid to be competitive, manufacturers pooled resources. Citroen and Peugeot worked with Fiat and Lancia to create the Synergie, 806, Ulysse, and Zeta – and the ‘Eurovan’ was born. All the variants were made at the Sevel Nord factory in France.
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  Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) (Classics Reviews)
  The Citroen Xantia was the more mainstream replacement for the BX - one which traded the older car's lightweight contruction and angular styling for a more organic looking, solid feeling car. The Xantia retained the hatchback layout of its predecessor, and also was subsequently introduced in 1995 in estate car form.
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  Citroen ZX (1991 - 1998) (Classics Reviews)
  The Bertone-styled ZX was a conventional small car by Citroen standards, with the only real technical innovations being the adjustable rear steering set-up and reclining rear seat. It might have been disappointing for Citroenistes, but the ZX was roomy, drove well, and was great value.
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  Citroen XM (1989 - 2000) (Classics Reviews)
  Values strangthening now survivor numbers have thinned out, although we can't help wondering if there will be another big Citroen with this level of individuality again. Our cars: 1994 Citroen XM Exclusive
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  Citroen AX (1986 - 1998) (Classics Reviews)
  Light and efficient, brilliant diesels, all are economical
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  Citroen BX (1982 - 1994) (Classics Reviews)
  The Citroen BX was launched at the same time as the Ford Sierra and Audi 100 at the end of 1982, and looked somewhat out of step with its smoothly-styled aero contemporaries. But it was a clever fusion of Peugeot rationality and Citroën individualism, and despite being idiosyncratically styled by Marcello Gandini majoring on '70s style origami squareness, it caught the imaginations of plenty of European buyers.
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  Citroen Visa (1978 - 1988) (Classics Reviews)
  It took the full-size 104 platform and combined it with an unusual body that was an evolution of a stillborn Citroen-designed mid-'70s supermini. The combination of idiosyncratic and rational made for an excellent supermini, which went well, even in 652cc Club form. The convertible Decapotable model is an interesting five-door option - a latter-day Morris Minor Convertible.
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  Citroen CX (1974 - 1991) (Classics Reviews)
  The 1974 Citroen CX was the perfect replacement for the legendary DS. It took all of the best parts of its 1955 predecessor and added a few new tricks of its own. So it was technological tour de force with typically innovative and individualistic sleek looks, the CX featured the usual hydraulics controlling many aspects of the car plus Varipower (DIRAVI) ultra-high geared self-centring steering, which took a little getting used to.
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  Citroen SM (1970 - 1975) (Classics Reviews)
  Given Citroen and Maserati's diverse engineering heritage, it seemed like an unlikely partnership which ended up creating the SM. But it might explain why this car has such a wide variety of talents - otherworldly styling, superb high speed comfort and growling V6 engine.
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  Citroen Mehari (1968 - 1986) (Classics Reviews)
  The Citroen Mehari was designed to appeal to the rapidly expanding recreational market for beach cars. And that meant it was minimalist in the extreme, lacking all but the most essential equipment. The corrugated bodywork was made from ABS plastic, which was both durable and rugged, and the doors and soft-top designed for easy removal.
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  Citroen Dyane (1967 - 1985) (Classics Reviews)
  The Citroen Dyane was designed to replace the irreplaceable 2CV. But in the end, it occupied the same place in history as such cars as the Austin Metro, Volkswagen 411 and Porsche 928 - failing to outlive the car it was supposed to supplant.
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  Citroen Ami (1961 - 1978) (Classics Reviews)
  Additional performance and room over a 2CV, fastback and estate versions very practical
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  Citroen C3 Pluriel (2003 - 2010) (Classics Reviews)
  You have to do everything in sequence. Citroen C3 Pluriel Original 2003 Road Test
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  Citroen Xsara Picasso (2000 - 2010) (Classics Reviews)
  Road Test Citroen Xsara Picasso 2003 2.0i automatic
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  Citroen Visa GTI (1985 - 1988) (Classics Reviews)
  The Citroen Visa GTI was one of the most unexpected hot hatchback heroes of the 1980 - and today, only the hardcore Citroenistes appreciate it. But the Visa GTi must surely be up there with the greatest. When the original Visa appeared in 1978, it married traditional double chevron styling with rational Peugeot underpinnings to create a spacious, comfortable and totally conventional small ‘big’ car.
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  Citroen LN and LNA (1977 - 1986) (Classics Reviews)
  We're struggling with this one
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  Citroen GS and GSA (1970 - 1985) (Classics Reviews)
  Soft ride and self levelling suspension, excellent steering, visibility and brakes
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  Citroen DS Safari (1958 - 1975) (Classics Reviews)
  Like a DS but with even more room inside
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  Citroen DS Decapotable (1958 - 1973) (Classics Reviews)
  While a few European coachbuilders offered cabriolet Citroen DSs, it was the conversion work of Henri Chapron that was considered the most stylish and elegant – so much so that Citroën added his cars to its own model catalogue in 1961, making it an officially sanctioned conversion.