Citroen Xsara Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Plenty of car for the money, but wish I'd paid more and got a diesel.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still in warranty. Service cost average, but pollen filter expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sticks to the floor. My job allows me to try many different hire cars so I get good comparisons.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    So - so.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Stopped dead on me before Christmas and it hasn't been right since.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Middle-aged image.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Like a french boudoire.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Should be ok with plip immobiliser.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The local dealer is helpful and prompt.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    As above, stopped dead at Christmas and has had a mapping download, but it is still flat at the bottom.

    Other

    Winscreen washer pump packed in last week. Booked for repair next Friday.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes