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Renault withdrew the R14 hatchback from production after six years.
Citroën introduced a new medium-sized hatchback and estate range which replaced the long-running GS - the BX. It was aimed directly at the new Ford Sierra, and was cleverly designed to include plastic body panels which combat the threat of corrosion as well as boosting fuel economy. The engine range started with a 1.1 litre petrol, which was unusual in this size of car and was only to be sold in certain European markets. The BX range's top engines were 1.9 petrol and 1.9 diesel units, with the diesel (turbo or non-turbo) offering exceptional levels of refinement.
Read more about this topic: 1982 In Motoring
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