Citroen Xsara Picasso

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Better value than most other MPV's. Purchased for £6,000 for a 3 year model with 22,000 miles.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Actually quite expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Perfect for motorway driving. Nice high driving position for urban driving but the numerous blind spots lets it down.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very poor performance from a standing start considering the size of the car. Gear change (especially in 1st and 2nd) is not designed for performance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reliable? Yes. But there are so many squeaks, rattles and clunks, I keep thinking it's about to die. Lasted two years so far.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well establish MPV. Proud to be in it.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very Comfortable. Lots of space. No more scrunched-up legs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only an immobiliser, but it suits me - less noisy.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Serviced, but not through Main Dealer. Although servicing still very expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cold rattle, sluggish too.

    Other

    Cheap, flimsy trim and carpets you wouldn't expect in a MULTI PURPOSE VEHICLE!

    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