1993 Citroen Xantia LXi review from UK and Ireland
"A fault ridden mule - to put it politely"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car suffered from terrible suspension, the ride was terribly hard and bouncy. Pressure accumulator was constantly "clicking" and a replacement was just as bad. I would even go so far as to say the suspension was life threatening when cornering at speed on uneven surfaces.
Exhaust valve burnt at 80,000 - £350.
ABS sensor broke at 85,000.
Remote locking button was worn out after 5 years.
Uneven tire wear all round.
Drinks oil by the gallon - slight exaggeration.
Terrible front lights.
Ignition was known to mysteriously fail during rapid deceleration.
General comments?
A rather enjoyable, comfortable, "fast" car, but the suspension, dealership service, and complexity of manufacture let it down, badly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i 8v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 69000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2001 |