1996 Citroen Xantia LX Estate review from UK and Ireland
"A satisfied owner. Just wish it would start a bit better!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Waterlogged boot area under the carpet and rear foot well.
Poor starting when hot (glow-plugs and battery have been replaced - any suggestions?)
Expensive replacement remote keys although 'normal' keys available at £6.00ish.
Height adjustment on the driver's seat lowers on its own.
Not as good miles per gallon as expected.
General comments?
Generally pleased. It is a roomy comfortable estate. I was looking for a Laguna, Mondeo or Xantia estate, I thought the interior of the Mondeo drab and dated but drove well. Next available a Laguna, but an AA history check found it had been an insurance write-off and rebuilt so forget that one. As I had to get a car fairly quickly, an Xantia was available so I bought it.
Reversing can be awkward and niggly faults as mentioned, but the ride is brilliant. Lower insurance premiums pay for the additional diesel servicing requirements.
All in all I'm happy!
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| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 78000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sunny |
| Date of Entry | 26th July, 2001 |