Citroen AX
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap to buy - look for well looked-after examples.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap to run. Average 39mpg which included plenty of city driving. Cheap ins, tax and parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good 'feelsome' steering and decent grip throw in with a good helping of body roll. Average breaks and a poor gearbox.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    4 gears so long second gear is great for town. Light car so no too slow - hills on motorways best avoided.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Just better than average. Mine was 15 years old so expected the odd thing to go wrong. Broke down twice in 15 years.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok. Looks better than a old Corsa, Fiesta etc.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Decent seats and heater, but lots of noise and a average ride quality.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    A 5 year old could get into it.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Serviced at local garage very cheaply!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Actual engine is very tough. Uses oil though.

    Other

    Broke down due to knackered battery and then alternator. Electrically quite stable.

    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