Citroën ZX Hatchback 1.4i Reflex 5d (1992/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Incredible value. Paid £7,995 new in Aug 1992 and have had over 9 years trouble free motoring covering 235,000 miles. It has never broken down! It's got to go now, though.
Costs
Citroen servicing when new was fairly pricy. After a couple of years, it was DIY or Halfords, who I go back to always.
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On the road
Driving
Good roadholding, particularly good cornering, good suspension and smooth ride.
Performance
Very nippy, overtakes easily, cruises easily and incredibly economically at 60mph. Averages about 40mpg.
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Living with it
Reliability
Driven almost every single day for almost 10 years. Has covered 235,000 miles and has never broken down, although it has been to the garage once or twice.
Image
A brilliant family saloon. Looks ok here or on the continent.
Comfort
Comfortable and relatively quiet, so not as tiring on long journeys as many other cars.
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Security and Service
Security
It's never been pinched. I always use a Krooklok and leave the cabin empty.
Service
The car had a faulty windscreen wiper assembly and this was replaced under warranty.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Blew head gasket at about 120,000 miles. Otherwise, the carb has been adjusted twice in 235,000 miles.
Other
3 wheel bearings needed replacing and clutch gave out at about 180,000 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