Citroen 1994 ZX Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    More sophisticated than it looks.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Local garage services it for very little. Good MPG.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great fun on twisty country roads. Tiresome in town.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Takes a while to get going.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    100% reliable (touch wood) but several niggles.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    In dark green, looks the most boring car ever.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ride poor around town. Better at speed. Driving position compromised for long-legged folk. Noisy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Apart from coded stereo, no special deterrent except poor image (won't appeal to joy riders).

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I used a small local garage. I have previous experience of Citroen dealers and specialists and they always pretend the cars are more complex than they really are.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    2 failed glowplugs, causing smoky starts.

    Other

    Rattles and squeaks from dashboard and door trims. Failed stereo. Lumpy low speed ride.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes