1994 Citroen AX 14 TGS 1.4i

Summary:

A real mini Grand Turismo

Faults:

Brake discs replaced (warped).

Imperfect balanced wheels.

General Comments:

Very complete 5-door version (central-locking, electric windows, velour seat-covers etc.) with very long gearing.

Handling and comfort are good, performance is fantastic.

Quality is much better compared to the first generation AX. But the idea of a major collision with this car scares me.

Dislikes are the one-blade wiper and the fact you can't open the boot with one hand.

But most of all, it's fun to drive!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 13th December, 2000

14th Dec 2000, 15:21

You may be scared of what happens in a major collision, but the AX has such an enormous amount of built-in safety with its excellent road holding and performance, that I consider it much safer than many other cars - if you are capable of utilising its driveability.

3rd Jan 2001, 11:53

I own an '89 AX 11RE, although the handling is boatlike and the power is anything but awesome I love it, but like you the thought of smashing it terrifies me because of the tin-can body.

1987 Citroen AX E 1.0

Summary:

A cheap-to-run car with great handling

Faults:

* Ignition-computer broke down.

* A few little problems with the electric system.

General Comments:

It handles really great for such a small car, fun to drive.

Very cheap to drive: It has an average fuel consumption of 20 kilometres per litre.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 19th June, 2000

4th Jan 2001, 15:00

He is joking about the handling (I hope!), but I suppose it is better than a 2CV.

10th Apr 2001, 11:32

Well, I have to agree with this AX owner, in comparison with other small cars it corners very well.. only disadvantage is the huge overhang... Same for the good old 2CV I guess.

11th Apr 2001, 13:55

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the way this car or the 2cv handles. Why is it that Vauxhall drivers just don't understand that great handling can be combined with comfort???

19th Apr 2001, 14:36

I also have a Citroen AX 1.0 Jive, see my review '1991 - Great First Car.' I would have to also agree, the handling is very good for a small car. There seems to be great disagreement on this site. About half the reviews seem to suggest handling is bad, the other half seem to suggest it is good. My theory (being that most of the criticism of handling comes from GT owners), is that the handling is not up to boy racer standards. Now I am rough with my car, and drive it at relative speed round corners, and it always seems to be glued to he road, now in my mind that equals good handling - correct me if I'm wrong.