Citroen Saxo
The Citroen Saxo is a hatchback model, produced 1996–2003, spanning 6 generations with 60 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Saxo (1999-2003), Saxo (1999-2002), Saxo (1998-1999) and Saxo (1998-1999). The Saxo (1999-2003) generation is the most extensively documented, with 16 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your Saxo generation.
How many generations does the Citroen Saxo have?
The Citroen Saxo has 6 generations with 60 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Citroen Saxo produced?
The Citroen Saxo has been produced 1996–2003. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Citroen Saxo?
The Citroen Saxo is available as Hatchback. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
Saxo (1999-2003)
Saxo (1999-2002)
Saxo (1998-1999)
Saxo (1998-1999)
Saxo (1996-1998)
Saxo (1996-1998)
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€3,902
- Fuel / energy€8,531
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€2,900
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
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Citroen Saxo: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- ChansonJapan1997–1999
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saxo (1996-1998)1996–1998 | 70 hp | 14.5 s | 7 | €10k–€13k | ★ 3.5 |
| Saxo (1996-1998)1996–1998 | 78 hp | 13.4 s | 9 | €10k–€17k | ★ 3.3 |
| Saxo (1998-1999)1998–1999 | 67 hp | 14.9 s | 6 | €10k–€13k | ★ 3.1 |
| Saxo (1998-1999)1998–1999 | 70 hp | 15.1 s | 14 | €9k–€17k | ★ 2.9 |
| Saxo (1999-2003)1999–2003 | 72 hp | 13.4 s | 16 | €9k–€15k | ★ 3.2 |
| Saxo (1999-2002)1999–2002 | 65 hp | 13.6 s | 8 | €10k–€15k | ★ 3.2 |