Citroën Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDi Exclusive 5d (2004/04) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Cashback offer of £3000 should be increased to £6000 in recompense for the appalling standard of build quality.
Costs
Economical.
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On the road
Driving
Reasonably good to drive - when it would run.
Performance
Performance entirely adequate.
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Living with it
Reliability
Engine management system fault from new. After a dozen times to the dealer's workshop, he agreed to replace the vehicle.
Image
Functional vehicle.
Comfort
Seats are comfortable. Rear legroom is excellent.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard factory fitted immobiliser but no alarm system.
Service
Car was replaced by dealer with same model on 54 plate. It has faults too. I might write a review about it too.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Engine management system fault(s) since delivery. Vehicle spent more time in the workshop than on the road.
Other
Front brakes squeal. Supply of spare parts is appalling. General build quality very poor.
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