Citroen Xantia Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bought second hand at 18 months for 50% of new price.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only high insurance for performance mars this section.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nothing special as a driver's car, but very comfortable for long journeys, especially when heavily loaded.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only average in this section due to older style diesel engine.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never failed to start in 125,000 miles with only normal servicing.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent, frequently does 250 mile journeys with no problems.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems (possibly because it is not seen as a desirable car to steal).

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dealers are a bit hit and miss.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rear suspension valve seized.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes