1998 Citroen Xantia SX review from UK and Ireland
"I love the suspension"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator failed in middle of Scotland on a Bank Holiday weekend. 83000 miles.
ECU failed not long after, costing £1200, took dealer 4 days to find fault and 3 weeks to find a replacement. 87000miles.
Cooling fans failed summer 2005. 97000 miles.
Injectors had to be replaced 05/2006, cost £400 @ 108000 miles.
The suede effect seat edges are starting to wear through on the sides. soon to be replaced with full leather.
General comments?
Although all these faults have cost a lot of money, I am still happy with the way the car handles.
The suspension is superb and reliable.
I found the Citroen BX to be a lot more reliable than the xantia.
I wouldn't buy another 2.1TD, stick to the 1.9TD.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.1TD Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 108000 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen BX |
| Date of Entry | 12th May, 2006 |