1997 Citroen Xsara SX review from UK and Ireland
"Very underrated"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Virtually fault free, Air Conditioning needed to be 're-gassed' in 2002.
General comments?
This was one of the first batch of right hand drive vehicles, and was the subject of two safety recalls, but both were handled quickly and efficiently by the dealer.
Tyre and brake wear were both quite high... (probably as a result of my driving!)
Soft suspension gives a nice smooth ride while handling remains respectable.
Road, wind and engine noise are all well controlled, making motorway and 'A' road cruising a comfortable and stress free experience.
Fuel economy is not the best in class, but is reasonable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30000 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen ZX |
| Date of Entry | 20th July, 2003 |