Citroën CX Series 2
The avant-garde executive express, refined for the plastic-bumpered era.
- Power
- 138 bhp
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$28k
About the Citroën CX Series 2
The Series 2 Citroën CX arrived in 1985, replacing the classic stainless steel bumpers with integrated plastic units and modernising the 'spaceship' interior with more conventional dials. The 25 GTi served as the naturally aspirated performance variant, offering a balance of 2.5-litre torque and the legendary hydropneumatic ride quality that defined the model. While the Turbo models grabbed headlines, the GTi was praised for its smoother power delivery and high-speed stability. As one of the last 'true' Citroëns developed before Peugeot's influence fully took hold, it remains a pinnacle of French aerodynamic design and engineering eccentricity.
Citroën CX Series 2 specs
The Citroën CX Series 2 produces 138 bhp (103 kW) and 211 Nm (156 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Model | CX |
| Generation | Series 2 |
| Trim | 25 GTi |
| Years | 1985–1991 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 2.5-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,500 cc (2.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 138 bhp (103 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 211 Nm (156 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,370 kg (3,020 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 101 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 CX Series 2 worth?
A typical Citroën CX Series 2 is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $28,000 (about £6,000 – £21,000).
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 CX Series 2 rarity in CarSpot
The Citroën CX Series 2 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 13 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 CX Series 2 fun facts
- The name 'CX' refers to the French term for drag coefficient, highlighting the car's exceptionally slippery shape for the 1970s.
- The Series 2 replaced the famous 'revolving drum' speedometer with standard round gauges, a move that purists initially lamented.
- The CX features DIRAVI steering, a self-centring system that remains powered even when the car is stationary, originally developed for the SM.