Citroen Xantia Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad value for money. Bought the car for £800 with 12 months MOT.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems so far.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok in general. Excellent on the motorway, however can make you feel a bit sick if you travel on country roads, due to the suspension set up.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average for an engine of its size. 123bhp. 1st and 2nd gears seem to be too high ratio, as soon as you pull away in first you need to change quickly to second.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Always starts.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Clearly not a car to impress the ladies or your mates with.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have to say, it's a very comfortable ride and whatever your size and shape, you should be able to adjust the steering wheel, drivers seat height etc. to suit. The seats in the SX model are very good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Deadlocks and keypad immobiliser seems adequate and I guess it's unlikely anyone would really want to steal it.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Customer service on the whole has been very good, although the cost of Citroen parts are very expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil comsumption is very high, although it doesn't seem to be burning it?

    Other

    Did have an oil leak from the rocker cover. Repaired that with superglue and saved £108!

    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