Citroen Xsara Coupe
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    High depreciation makes good value used.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly juicy for a modern car. Cheap servicing. Parts expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handling and ride are fine.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reasonable, but not stunning.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    One fault so far. Mad tickover caused by faulty stepper motor.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bland, even in VTR form.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good with all mod cons.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Took main dealer 3 attempts to find simple fault.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Throttle stepper motor.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No