Citroen Xsara Coupe
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The car depreciated by over 50% from the list price, which is good from a used buyer view, but not so good for the seller!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Just had to get a whole new exhausts at £450 and the Mitchelin tyres were £70 after shopping around, breaks and servicing good value though.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The car handles the road excellently in all conditions. Fun to drive, and very responsive.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The performance is fantastic! A very quick car. Not many cars have beaten me from standing! Need to be careful when putting your foot to the floor, the power can take you by surprise.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems so far.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The car is a dark horse. Difficult to differentiate between the VTR spec. Most drivers don't know what is under the bonnet, which for me is good.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very confortable to drive. After driving for six hours through Europe, I didn't ache at all!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Alarm, immobiliser and deadlocks. Still wouldn't like to leave the car in a dodgy part of town though.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Side airbags - wiring under the seat need re-wiring, cost £100 to sort.

    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