Free Citroën CX VIN Decoder

Decode your Citroën CX VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 12 variants (1974–1989). No registration.

1974–1989 12 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel

Citroën CX specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each CX variant in our database.

Variant	Years	Fuel	Engine	Power	Gearbox	Drive	CO₂
2.5L 5MT FWD (169 HP)	1985–1989	Petrol	2.5 L	166 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.5L 5MT FWD (137 HP)	1985–1989	Petrol	2.5 L	135 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.2L 5MT FWD (116 HP)	1985–1989	Petrol	2.2 L	114 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L 5MT FWD (102 HP)	1985–1989	Petrol	2.0 L	101 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.5L D Turbo 5MT FWD (95 HP)	1985–1989	Diesel	2.5 L	94 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.5L D 5MT FWD (75 HP)	1985–1989	Diesel	2.5 L	74 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.5L D Turbo FWD (120 HP)	1985–1989	Diesel	2.5 L	—	MANUAL	FWD	—
2.5L 5MT FWD (168 HP)	1982–1985	Petrol	2.5 L	166 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.5L 5MT FWD (138 HP)	1982–1985	Petrol	2.5 L	135 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.4L 5MT FWD (128 HP)	1982–1985	Petrol	2.3 L	123 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L 4MT FWD (106 HP)	1982–1985	Petrol	2.0 L	105 bhp	MANUAL 4sp	FWD	—
2.4L 5MT FWD (115 HP)	1974–1982	Petrol	2.3 L	111 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—

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Citroën CX VIN FAQ

What does a Citroën CX VIN tell you?+

A Citroën CX VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.

Where is the VIN on a Citroën CX?+

Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).

What years was the Citroën CX made?+

Our database covers the Citroën CX for model years 1974–1989, across 12 variants.

Is the Citroën CX VIN check free?+

Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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