Citroen Xsara Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to buy and run.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Power Steering Pumps are expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Let down by build quality.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Powerful but let down by gearing ratios.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Indicators loose conections, fuel needle slow

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Aged well as newer models kept the shape.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good space but seating build & trim poor.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    remote central locking worked fine.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ensure cam belt changed on time

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Steering pump failed. (bearings went)

    Other

    Rubber trim drivers door susceptible to breakage. Plastic trim on front seats ripping edges of seats, back seats too weak on back.

    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