This 1980s Car Was Too Advanced For Its Time - Citroën XM

What if a luxury car from the 1980s was using technology that the automotive industry wouldn't fully embrace for decades? Meet the Citroën XM – one of the most technologically ambitious and misunderstood cars of its generation. Introduced in 1989, the Citroën XM challenged traditional luxury cars with its futuristic Bertone design, revolutionary Hydractive suspension, advanced electronic controls, and innovative hydraulic engineering. In this documentary, we explore the fascinating history of the Citroën XM, including: The story behind Citroën's ambitious luxury flagship. Its futuristic 1980s exterior design. How the revolutionary Hydractive suspension worked. The engineering that made the XM different from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Its European Car of the Year 1990 achievement. The electrical and reliability problems that damaged its reputation. Why this technologically advanced car struggled commercially. Its disappearance and lasting automotive legacy. The Citroën XM was more than just another luxury saloon. It was an ambitious attempt to redefine comfort, suspension technology, and automotive engineering. But was it genuinely ahead of its time, or did its complicated technology become its greatest weakness? Discover the forgotten story of one of Europe's most unusual luxury cars. Forgotten Cars. Legendary Stories. #CitroenXM #Citroen #ClassicCars #AutomotiveHistory #1980scars