Citroen C5 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good value at moment as all the mods are covered under warranty.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel consumption average. Doesn't come close to book figures. Insurance good. Other costs covered under warranty.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Suspension does knock a little. Better since mod. Very twitchy on motorway in crosswinds.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average performance for auto (AL4) gearbox which is terrible at shifting.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    So far, mine has spent more time in the garage. 1 new gerabox, 1 new fuel pump, repaired oil leaks and suspension upgrades.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I think car is different and stands out in a crowd.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats could be a little more supportive at the sides, but other than that it is good. The manual box has a poorer driving position.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good as I still have it, or that no one wants to pinch it.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Having had 2 BXs and a Xantia, they have got this one really wrong for reliability.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil leaks and new fuel pump.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No