Citroën Saxo 1.4i SX 5d Auto (97) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Pretty good. You get what you pay for, but this not a bad budget car
Costs
Generally ok, but since fitting ex-VTR alloys, drinks more petrol. Also, be careful for the bodywork - it bruises like a peach!
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On the road
Driving
Fun, even for an auto. It's like a dodgem, espescially now with 185-55/14 tyres.
Performance
Bit poor really. Friend's 1.2 auto Punto seems to be more nippy - I'm gutted about that, but I like my Saxo anyway. Since fitting alloys, lost acceleration - top speed increased a little, though.
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Living with it
Reliability
Done about 14k miles in the year since getting it. Just had to replace head gasket (£290). Ok apart from that.
Image
Looks good from the front (especially with front fogs and alloys), but profile and rear a bit plain.
Comfort
It's a Saxo - you do not buy a Saxo for a comfy ride. ;) Seats are pretty cheap and there's little room in driver's footwell.
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking and immobiliser.
Service
Not impressed with Solent Citroen (Portsmouth) dealership when put in for major service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket went at 42k miles. Starter motor lazy when cold.
Other
Sunroof has to be really tight to stop leak in heavy rain. Driver's side door mirror adjuster broken.
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