Citroën Xsara Coupe 1.8i 16V VTR 3d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought in 2000 before latest facelift - dealer told me that the model was not being changed.
Costs
Fair running costs, but frightening depreciation.
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On the road
Driving
Nice smooth drive with comfortable cabin.
Performance
Good acceleration.
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Living with it
Reliability
Quite a few problems experienced.
Image
The coupe has slightly better image than the other models.
Comfort
Good on long or short drives.
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Security and Service
Security
Equipped with alarm and immobiliser.
Service
The garage I bought it from did not seem concerned about after-sales problems. I bought a 3 year warranty which the dealers try their best to get out of.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Power steering broke down when car was just a year old.
Other
Trouble with airbag warning light that kept coming on. Air conditioning stopped working at 2 years.
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