1995 Citroen Xantia VSX review from UK and Ireland
"If you can find a nice clean model second hand, it is a lot of car for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had the car just 3 weeks, the rear suspension has been playing up since day 1. This in turn affects the rear brakes and makes for concise braking.
I have been to a local Citroen dealer who confirm there is a fault but are unable to diagnose it as their equipment is currently faulty.
General comments?
The car is in A1 condition visually, the engine is superb and responsive bearing in mind the size and weight of the car.
There are plenty of goodies on this model and they all seem to work apart from one heated mirror.
There seems to be a fair bit of road noise at low speeds, but perhaps I am too used to hearing the engine in my old car.
The seats are comfortable on lengthy journeys, but it is awkward to find a place for your clutch foot to rest.
Overall, bags of room - an ideal family car, economically returning 40 - 45mpg urban and 55mpg on the motorways.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 53000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Micra |
| Date of Entry | 22nd February, 2001 |