Advantages: Performance, Handeling, Individuality, French Quirkiness Disadvantages: Insurance, French Quirkiness
...have no idea what a Citroen Xantia Activa is (which, to be honest, is most people) I’ll fill in some background – without trying to be too dull! The Citroen Xantia was launched about 10 years ago and is typically French and quirky – the “Hydro-gas” suspension system is the most obvious difference to most other cars. Instead of having regular springs and shock absorbers, the Xantia is equipped with a gas / fluid based suspension system, which, once ... ...on the clock from a Citroen specialist. All Xantia require a full overhaul of the suspension at 60,000 so make sure it’s been done otherwise you’ll have a big bill. The interior is free from squeaks and rattles, but the suspension has a habit of groaning in cold weather. There’s also a tendency to over inflate the back end, which comes down with a bit of a thump after a couple of minutes driving.
It returns about 350 miles on a full tank (60 litres) ...
robert_parnham 13.11.2003
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