The Citroën DS 19/21 is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 2.0L - 2.3L Inline-4 delivering 75 - 141 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the goddess of futuristic innovation.

Technical Specifications

Key Highlights

• Revolutionary hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension
• Directional headlamps turning with steering
• Saved French President Charles de Gaulle's life

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Citroën DS 19/21 (1955 - 1975) represents a watershed moment for Citroën and the automotive industry. Engineered in France during the 1950s-1960s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 2.0L - 2.3L Inline-4 paired with a 4-speed Hydropneumatic allowed it to reach 188 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (11.0s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.