1999 Citroen Xsara SX Break (Estate) review from Sweden
"A comfortable wonder in a small package"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
This car gives a comfortable ride even on uneven Swedish roads. It handles well with nice (power assisted) steering.
Engine noise is low, but surface noise from the road is a bit high.
The interior is roomy and nice, with good quality. I like the rounded edges on the dashboard. Feels more personal and welcome than the sterile interior in, for example, Volkswagen and Volvo.
However, I would welcome lumbar support in the front seat.
Factory fitted radio is OK, but nothing more. (if you want good sound, I advice on getting an aftermarket unit - Blaupunkt and Alpine has great solutions, they even have adapters to the remote control in the steering wheel).
Gear changes, especially when going from first to second gear, is a bit on the stiff side.
This is a reliable car. Everything works, including all electronics and electrical equipment.
A/C is good, heater excellent. The heater is excellent. No problems with -20 Celsius or below.
All in all, I'm very pleased with my car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 3600 kilometres |
| Previous car | Peugeot 309 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 2003 |