Citroen Xsara Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought new as import, which lessened the heavy depreciation.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Averages 44mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Clutch heavy and gears stiff from new.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    130,000 miles, with only a few front suspension bushes, battery, exhaust and several sets of Brakes!

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bland.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dealer overfilled engine oil at 12,000 mile service - almost ruined the engine. Have serviced myself since.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Front suspension bushes, but not until 105,000 miles.

    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