Citroen XM Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Used prices are very low for so much car.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Avoid main dealers; independent Citroen specialists are very good value.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Light and easy to drive. Feels very solid but a bit noisy at high speed.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only average for a 2-litre, but it is a big car to pull around.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No major problems if regularly serviced.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Either loved or loathed - one for the individual.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Like a big armchair on a magic carpet.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average security but it's not top of a joyrider's list, is it?

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never used a main dealer. Go with a local specialist.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Only service items replaced.

    Other

    Electric sunroof seized - easy and cheaply fixed.

    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