Citroen Xsara Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    £3995 in 2003 for a 10000 mile car. Can't Complain!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Manage to get up to 42 mpg on the motorway. I get parts from motor factors so quite cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Typical good handling from a Citroen.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good. 1.8i16v is second biggest engine for a Xsara and has plenty overtaking power. Can easily sit at high speeds on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    In 2 years all I have had are worn rear brakes and a dodgy oil light.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not fantastic. Typical French seats lacking in support.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Who'd want it!! No one has tried yet.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Do not use overpriced main dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Oil light comes on when it shouldn't.

    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