Citroën Saxo 1.6i 16V VTS 3d (97) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Decent value if it was better built.
Costs
Reasonable running costs.
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On the road
Driving
Superb handling and rev happy engine with surprising amount of torque.
Performance
For the money, performace is excellent. Shames much more powerful cars.
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Living with it
Reliability
Small niggly things spoil the car.
Image
A bit of a cult following, so high kudos points are scored.
Comfort
Seats are ok, but not hight adjustable which is a pain.
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Security and Service
Security
Very good.
Service
Citroen are terrible for servicing, I can't emphasise that enough.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Oil leak, camshaft cover seal went.
Other
ABS sensor failed as did alarm, heater, fuel gauge, rear window seal replaced twice, idle problems, battery packed in, rear window washer leaked into car, CD player failed, I could be here all day.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No