1994 Citroen ZX Volcane TD review from UK and Ireland
"A perfect combination of performance, economy and longevity"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing other than general wear and tear items (Tyres, Brakes, Exhaust) up until the 100,000 mile mark.
Since then, the electrics have started playing up.
Constantly changing headlight/sidelight bulbs.
All but 1 of the dashboard bulbs have blown.
Remote Central locking system doesn't seem to like damp conditions - it unlocks and then immediately locks up again. I have to bypass the remote and open it using the key - a little annoying but I'm getting used to it.
Mechanically, this car has not given me any problems whatsoever. It has the original clutch and it feels like there's quite a few thousand miles left in it still.
General comments?
The Turbo Diesel engine must be one of the best, being a perfect combination of performance, economy and longevity.
The car handles better than any other I've owned and I just know I'm going to have a problem finding a replacement when the time eventually comes to change - not something I'm considering for a long time yet mind! I'll put up with the electrical problems which pale into insignificance when I consider what the rest of the car has to offer.
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| Reliable trouper, good drive, cheap to run, ideal small family car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 126000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2002 |