Other Citroën Xsara (2000 - 2004) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It says I know a bargain, when it was new it gave me more of a family man look.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They think it has a sleek and nice design and has aged well they love the fuel economy (54mpg).

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, if it was still on sale that is, it has preformed beautifully and I've now passed it on to my daughter and she loves it and says it's great for the kids.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A Honda Accord Estate.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2004

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes we haggled and got £500 off.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a bigger car this was the step up from our Saxo.

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly and gave a good detailed tour of the car.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Beautiful the suspension soaked up all the bumps etc and it was always smooth although there was a lot of road noise.

    What's it like to park?

    Good just like any other estate really.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes the indicator stalks went in 2012 and the A/C had to be replaced last year, other than that the car has been faithful.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Big boot and comfortable seats.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Visible Child locks and sound system.