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I bought my 2003 Citroen Xsara 4 years ago whilst still working as an estate agent. It had only done 6,000 miles and was cheap at £5,500. It served me extremely well initially and, even now, at... more

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Rating Summary based on 7 reviews

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  • 5 of 5 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    annettesj447

    3 Stars Farewell to a noisy old friend 19/08/2009
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Good value for money. Comfortable and economical.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Parts can be expensive.

    I bought my 2003 Citroen Xsara 4 years ago whilst still working as an estate agent. It had only done 6,000 miles and was cheap at £5,500. It served me extremely well initially and, even now, at 68,000 miles is a reliable starter. It is still quite economical to run and reasonably comfortable on a long journey. A petty annoyance has always been the upholstery - it attracts dust and fluff from goodness knows where which is almost impossibly to vacuum off! It has had its share of problems in the last 2 years - new exhaust, broken suspension spring (but, of course, you have to have both changed ... more
  • 7 of 7 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    karl_hydes

    3 Stars Nice to drive, nothing to shout about 11/05/2004
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Nice Handling, nippy around town

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Nothing special, terrible view out of rear mirror

    I purchased my Citroen Xsara from the dreaded Yes Car Credit (see my review). I have to say that its the smoothest car i've ever driven and the handling is excellent. Its a bit basic inside, but that makes it easy to keep tidy so isn't really a negative. The air conditioning is quick and efficient, as is the whole ventilation system (de-misting the front and rear windscreens is a breeze). I use it everyday for a 150 mile commute and as yet, have had no serious problems with it, however it does have a tendancy to stall when i first start it. The stereo is acceptable and the steering wheel ... more
  • 9 of 9 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    moomande

    4 Stars Good on the whole but lacks excitement 02/04/2005
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Impressive looks, Economical

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Can't see anything out the back window

    I have become a Citroen owner by chance really. My Aunt who looks after her cars really well (cleaned every week, waxed & polished once a month, serviced regularly, low mileage) has brought a brand new Mini & was offered a really derisory amount by the dealer for her T reg Citroen Xsara SX 1.6i. It had done 40000 & was in mint condition inside & out. It was a special edition & has a swanky 6 cd changer & 6 speakers, Air conditioning & a parking/reversing sensor (which is not as good as it sounds. I think the stereo systems is phillips & I am sure it was paid extra for as it is the best sound ... more
  • 4 of 5 Ciao users found the following review helpful
    4 Stars Quick review of Citroen Xsara 1.6 by Level 1 ianrtodd 02/06/2007
    The only drawback I find is that there is a split second delay before the required response happens. This is true of dipping the headlights, putting on the heater, or applying the accelerator. I am more use to an instant response. handling, all round vision, plus added features make it a car I am proud to own. Annual servicing from the franchise does become expensive. I haven't worked out the mpg, but it is probably overall in the region of 35mpg, taking all driving into consideration - that is, town driving (mostly), and occasional trips to the airport. I've had mine ... more
  • 4 of 7 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    almillar

    3 Stars Sensible, maybe too sensible 02/10/2000
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Handling, practicality

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Boring if youre not driving it

    The fact that this car has been on sale since 1997 yet nobody has given an opinion on it says everything - it doesnt get you talking. We have a 1998 Xsara with 25000 miles on it. Its had a couple of faults - it started stalling which was apparently caused by a sensor in the exhaust getting dirty and the anti roll bar has almost rusted through- i do not know how. The dealers were very good about these and we didnt pay a penny for these to be fixed. Apart from that its been reliable. The 1.6 engine which is now being phased out is perfectly adequate, its pretty quick and quite economical, it ... more

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Product Details

Body Type Hatchback
Fuel Type Petrol
Country of Origin France
Range Citroen Xsara
Range + Engine Type Xsara 1.6

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