Citroën AX GTi
The featherweight French flyer that redefined the giant-killer hot hatch.
- Power
- 100 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.7 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
- Est. value
- $7k–$12k
About the Citroën AX GTi
Launched in 1991 as the range-topping performance variant of the facelifted AX, the GTi replaced the earlier GT and Sport models with a more refined but equally manic character. Weighing less than 800kg, it utilised the 1.4-litre TU3 engine with multi-point fuel injection to deliver a power-to-weight ratio that shamed many larger contemporary sports cars. It is distinguished by its fully painted plastic wheel arch flares, unique multi-spoke alloy wheels, and a revised interior featuring a more substantial dashboard than the flimsy pre-facelift versions. Collectors prize the GTi for its telepathic steering and the pure, unassisted driving experience that defined Citroën's lightweight engineering philosophy of the 1990s.
Citroën AX GTi specs
The Citroën AX GTi produces 100 bhp (75 kW) and 123 Nm (91 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.7 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Model | AX GTi |
| Trim | 1.4 i |
| Years | 1991–1996 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.4-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,360 cc (1.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 100 bhp (75 kW) at 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 123 Nm (91 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.7 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 795 kg (1,753 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 126 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Citroën AX GTi worth?
A typical Citroën AX GTi is estimated to be worth $6,500 – $12,000 (about £4,800 – £8,900).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Citroën AX GTi rarity in CarSpot
The Citroën AX GTi is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 9 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Citroën AX GTi fun facts
- The AX GTi was so light that its power-to-weight ratio was nearly identical to the legendary Peugeot 205 1.6 GTi.
- Early non-catalyst versions produced 100 PS, while later models equipped with a catalytic converter were slightly detuned to 95 PS.
- The AX range was so aerodynamically efficient for its time that it achieved a drag coefficient of just 0.31.