Citroen Xantia Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Economical to run. Comfortable and spacious.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Can be expensive to repair, but if you shop around, cheap prices can be found at places such as Eurocarparts. Spheres can be bought for £20, discs £10, etc.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable and quiet running, even though it's a diesel. Handles well enough.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit slow on the uptake, but will cruise nicely all day long.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    In 7 years, mine has let me down once (battery).

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I personally still think they look good if kept clean.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable. Plenty of room in back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Adequate, but I don't think anyone but a Xantia lover would want to steal it.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not had any contact with manufacturer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Crack in cylinder head (reconditioned head fitted).

    Other

    Suspension spheres and brake discs, but the car has done 158,000 miles!

    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