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The Citroën Xantia:
Introduction...

The Citroën Xantia is the latest in a long line of Citroën's that have striven against the norm to produce cars that use the latest technology to set new standards in all areas.

With its unique suspension, the Xantia offers unparalleled levels of ride quality, handling and road holding, as well as features such as automatic ride self leveling and even the ability to lift itself up to cross rough roads or wade through minor floods.

This does not, however, come at a price penalty. The Citroën is more than competitive, it represents in all areas excellent value for money and it offers a long and durable life

Launched in March 1998 the new Citroën Xantia range of sedans and wagons have been optimised in terms of safety, comfort and practicality while offering new levels of equipment.

This new, longer, restyled Citroën Xantia, 4.52m for the saloon and 4.7m for the estate, an increase of eight and five cm respectively, emphasises a personality of elegance and refinement. At the same time imposing and more flowing lines, its character is emphasised by the larger grille chevrons, merging into a new triple-fluted bonnet. The bumpers, lights and wheel trim have been redesigned to highlight the prestigious aesthetics of this saloon. The whole Xantia range now carries wider front wings and track, on 15-inch wheels, previously only available on the more powerful models.

The interior has changed radically, offering more comfort, with a new, thicker, rounded dashboard, new door panels, with generous and cleverly located storage spaces.

The innovative design of this car, notably with its hydraulic and Hydractive 2 suspension and the passive steering rear axle, is the commitment to an excellent combination of roadholding and comfort.

In terms of global safety, there are many additional features: energy absorbing padding in the doors, in addition to side impact bars, new dual front airbags. There are load limiters on the front seat belts linked to the front airbags and ABS is now standard on the Xantia.

The whole of the Xantia range is enhanced by its comfortable, practical and reassuring features, the new steering wheel with airbag incorporating the horn control, a transponder controlled electronic anti-theft system, one-touch driver's side window with anti-pinch system and electrically operated exterior mirrors.

The new logic of the range is built around choice and personalisation based on 3 models: SX, Exclusive and Exclusive Ergo.

The SX model is a classical highly equipped configuration with ABS standard and driver's airbag standard. The SX Xantia utilises hydrapneumatic suspension, passive rear wheel steer, power windows, exterior mirrors and rain sensor front wipers.

The Exclusive model is highly personalised and it will satisfy those seeking luxury and refinement. These models share colour matched body accessories and "high tech" look fog lamps and an electrically adjustable driver's seat.

The Exclusive model offers "chic" with its Hydractive 2 suspension and its luxury equipment level (Pessoa velour), wood trim, climate control and the steering wheel mounted audio controls.