Citroen Xantia Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Heavy depreciation makes these cars a steal

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    General ignorance, especially from dealers, about the suspension leads to high service costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not a drivers car, little feedback from brakes and steering

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Estate is underpowered with the 1.9td engine

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Overall very good, but a few design flaws seem to affect every car eventually, notably clutch cable clip and boot door leak (on estate only).

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Still a very smart looking car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Apart from a slightly awkward driving position very comfortable. Good for three adults in the back for a long journey. Best ride in its class.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems here. Keying in the immobiliser code gets annoying

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Citroen dealers don't seem to be adequately trained in suspension maintenance. Odd because it isn't hard to understand.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Clutch has needed replacing.

    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