Citroen AX
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap. Slightly flimsy.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    40mpg round town from a petrol, says it all really.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Brakes a bit ropey. As long as you are not bothered about pedal layout, position ok too.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Won't set the world alight, but it is a 1-litre and hugely economical. Bear this in mind and that the limit is 70mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Late, low mileage, well maintained ones, like mine, won't let you down.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad for a car of its age, when you consider cars like the fiat Uno, Nova and Renault 5.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I am 5' 9" and my mate is 6' 3". We struggled to fit in the back. The front seats are nice, but best keep the back for shopping and kids!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Who would break into one? Get an alarm, steering lock and immoboliser - they are cheap enough these days (I have all 3 for my own reassurance).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Nothing at all at 46k miles. Even the service was cheap.

    Other

    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