Citroën Xsara Picasso (00-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
2.5
The Xsara Picasso may not be the most sophisticated or practical people carrier around but it is still one of the most popular on the market - even with the far superior C4 Picasso available. That's mainly due to its generous levels of standard equipment and low price tag.

Citroën Xsara Picasso (00-10)

Spacious cabin, big boot, good value for money

Rolls through corners, imprecise steering, dated interior

New price range:

£12,234 - £18,815

Used price range:

£424 - £7,359

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Summary

Parkers Rating:

2.5 out of 5

The Xsara Picasso may not be the most sophisticated or practical people carrier around but it is still one of the most popular on the market - even with the far superior C4 Picasso available. That's mainly due to its generous levels of standard equipment and low price tag. It's not without its strengths though. Comfortable, spacious and safe it's a decent MPV but despite revisions it still falls way behind the class leaders. It makes a good value people carrier, but it's lacks quality in most areas.

Parkers Ratings

Overall

2.5 out of 5

Performance

3 out of 5

Handling

2.5 out of 5

Comfort

3 out of 5

Practicality

4 out of 5

Behind the wheel

3 out of 5

Safety

3 out of 5

Reliability

2.5 out of 5

Running costs

4 out of 5

Green credentials

3.5 out of 5

Buying used

4 out of 5

Selling

2.5 out of 5

Equipment

4 out of 5

What owners say...

 The height, it makes it easier for my husband to transfer to and from his wheelchair. The seats are also a lot more comfortable than standard car seats for him.  

2 out of 5

Christine Davenport ,   28 Apr 2013    ... read more

 Rear seats completely removable to create van-like load space.  

4 out of 5

Iain Chapman ,   24 Apr 2013    ... read more

 Able to remove rear seats to leave a van-like load space.  

4 out of 5

Iain Chapman ,   24 Apr 2013    ... read more

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