Citroën Xantia Hatchback 2.0i Turbo Activa 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Only paid £1500 - a lot of car for little pennies!
Costs
Insurance relatively high. A bit thirsty (25mpg). Servicing not too bad.
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On the road
Driving
Brilliant road holding thanks to active suspension. Power steering can be little unresponsive at low speeds.
Performance
'Cos everyone thinks it's a Xantia with a tail fin, it annoys a lot of sportscar drivers. A very, very fast car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Had car for 10 months and had no problems aprat from minor niggle with one or two warning lights in forst couple of months.
Image
Mine's black, which I think is good colour for this car (especially when going at speed).
Comfort
Comfy seats, well upholstered, all electric.
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Security and Service
Service
Citroen parts expensive but I've got a couple of good local Citroen garages nearby.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Warning lights a bit tempermental - especially the ABS one!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes