1998 Citroen Xsara VTS review from UK and Ireland
"A high performance bargain. Love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Annoying side airbag light which is from a loose connection, easily fixed but works its way loose easily too.
Disgustingly high insurance group.
General comments?
Great car, pulls very well above 3000rpm ,loves being driven on its edge.
Loves the B roads, handles crisply.
Outruns a load of other supposed "performance" models.
Buy used, as residuals are unfairly dreadful.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 20000 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen Saxo |
| Date of Entry | 26th January, 2001 |