Citroen Xsara Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheaper than similar diesels.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts expensive (£77 + VAT for a glove box lid). Mpg no better than my old BX.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No comment.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good handling and acceleration.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    ECU failed - off the road for a week.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No comment

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable ride. Somewhat noisier than an HDi Peugeot 306.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No comment.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No comment.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    ECU replaced (£784!) because the terminals had been corroded by water leaking past the windscreen washer jet above the unit.

    Other

    Changing a front sidelight bulb is not a job for the amateur. Dealer mechanics book 1/2 hour for the job.

    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