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Design of the Citroën Xantia:
Pure elegance, sturdiness and power

The new Xantia saloon and estate are recognisable immediately. Bigger than before, and especially more imposing, sturdier and more flowing lines. The new exterior styling significantly increases the attraction of the Xantia.

Its new-look front is characteristics of the new Citroën range spirit. It has been entirely re-designed: its triple fluted bonnet incorporates a more pronounced grille, embellished with more imposing chevrons highlighted by the almond light units, giving it a much stronger look. The impression of sturdiness and feline power is highlighted by the 15 inch wheels, and the wide wheel arches and track previously only available on the more powerful Xantia models.

The new larger and less angular bumpers with more wrap-around skirts complete the re-style. They incorporate a wide three-part contact area in order to reduce repair costs in case of damage.

The crystal type light units and body colour matched number plate panel highlight and emphasise the elegance of the rear of the vehicle.

On the Exclusive the bumpers and side mouldings are body colour matched. At the front, the "high tech" fog lamps are incorporated into the bumpers.

Refinement, comfort and practicality

On the inside, the Xantia offers passengers space, both in the front and the rear.

The new Xantia interior has evolved, affording more comfort and practicality in a warm and harmonious environment. Everything has been done to give a more opulent and refined comfort. In the interior, the new dashboard, more rounded and "thicker", inspires a sensation of refinement, comfort and safety. This elegance combines with the ergonomics and a degree of practicality worthy of a luxury saloon. All the controls fall naturally to hand for added comfort and safety.

The seat and door panel trims, in velour or optional leather, pander to the senses with their soft and harmonious lines. The curve of the seats reassures the occupants in a cosseted and refined atmosphere. In the Exclusive model, the dashboard and door panels receive a wood trim finish.

The new Xantia interior also offers a large number of storage points and practical details to make life on the inside more pleasant and easier.

The new door panels incorporate a tidy pocket to take A4 format documents at the front and a tidy pocket hidden by the armrest. The top provides a 2-position adjustable armrest for added comfort.

The rear door panels also have tidy trays, and there are tidy pockets in the backs of the front seats.

Fitting of a transponder-operated immobiliser makes the space occupied previously by the keypad available for an additional tidy tray on the centre console.

The new height-adjustable steering wheel houses an air bag and the horn control.

The windscreen has a ticket holder for a car park or toll ticket.

The Xantia is equipped with a new electronic instrument cluster with such new functions as a door opening warning (which also works when the ignition is turned off), liquid crystal distance counters (total, two partial, and timed maintenance indicator showing the remaining distance to the next service) or showing the automatic gearbox mode selected, with the selector positions and the program selected.

The centre of the dashboard is equipped with a digital clock showing the date and exterior temperature (with an alert signal when the temperature drops to 3° or under).