Citroen AX
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap, but you get little for your money.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Good fuel consumption, cheap insurance but high maintenance.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not bad, not good.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly nippy, but a little sluggish pulling away. Not the smoothest ride.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Spent £1200 in 12 months and still developed problems.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    More like a go-kart than a car.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Cramped, uncomfortable seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Flashing LED when the engine is off is the only feature.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    One pretty awful garage, next garage was great.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Frequently produces funny noises. Drive belt (x2), cam belt, head gasket.

    Other

    Couldn't trust it.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes