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Citroen Xsara

Quirky Citroen's transition to mainstream motoring peaked with 1997's Xsara. Based on a modified ZX, its restrained styling and better build quality brought it in line with European rivals.

March 2004

Quirky Citroen's transition to mainstream motoring peaked with 1997's Xsara. Based on a modified ZX, its restrained styling and better build quality brought it in line with European rivals.
Although bland to look at, the Xsara is relatively practical. Used cars start at low prices, from frugal five-doors and estates to sporty coup

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VERDICT

    Okay, so the Xsara is getting on a bit, but it's still a worthy family hatch. Style is not its trump card, and it's no better inside, with dour trim and a confusing layout. The back is claustrophobic, although a generous boot makes load-lugging easy. The 2.0 HDi turbodiesel's performance is strong, and it's relatively quiet. When new, the car proved surprisingly agile, but fresher rivals leave it trailing for body control. Yet it's still a comfortable mile-muncher, and pricing is its greatest strength.
 

OTHER EXPENSES

Depreciation:2
Running costs (ppm):N/A
Insurance groups:6-16

HISTORY

    1997: Xsara five-door hatch launched with 75bhp 1.4, 90bhp 1.6 and 103bhp or 112bhp 1.8-litre petrol, plus 68bhp 1.9 diesel or 90bhp 1.9-litre turbo- diesel. X, LX, SX and Exclusive trims. 1998: Coup
 
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