Citroën C5 Saloon (2008 - 2018) 2.0 HDI 16V VTR+ Nav (140bhp) 4d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Style, understated. Not a "badge man".
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it and were suprised how good looking it is. Impressive inside and comfortable. They like the ambi-light and sound system.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, I would like the top spec one next, with the active suspension.
What are you likely to buy next?
Citroen again. We have a Berlingo too and never a problem.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,995
When did you buy the car?
October 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Paid & traded in for what I expected. Never get a good deal from a dealer anyway.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Economy, space & comfort. Motorway eater!
What was the dealer like?
Polite, and typical.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
I like it - gear shift is positive. Steering light at low speed. It eats miles effortlessly. Could have more feedback through the steering on country roads. ESP ASR as standard - have yet to find out how good "snow-motion" is yet. I like the black panel function for night driving. The 9" LCD colour display and electronic dash is just great.
What's it like to park?
Needs rear parking sensors - which mine didn't have - £185 from Citroen dealer fitted and woking as standard spec. is a bargain.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Earthing fault due to corroded terminals. RAC fixed it. (Engine undertray missing, possible cause).
What's most practical about your car?
It goes - it arrives.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Very polite SAT NAV (use of word "please")that re-routes on traffic message service when showing delays. Saves hours stuck in traffic.
