Citroën Xsara 1.9 TD SX

I bought this XSARA 1.9TD SX on the heels of a ZX Avantage 1.9 and the tutbo really makes a difference. On its way to 110,000 miles I took part in a Ministry of Trade check on small independents and if it wasn't for them my engine would have been knackered before the recommended 70,000 mile Belt Change. Although not specified for action at 60,000 miles (actually 62,000 miles) the belt was examined and it was bad. The Ministry of Trade Inspector could not believe that the belt was so bad and as far as I know Citroen now recommends 60,000 miles. The boot holds 2 x sets of Golf Clubs etc or a full week's shopping so what else does one require? As ...  Read the complete review

I have had a Xsara TDSX from new for nearly three years now; in that time I have had only minor problems with it. The worst problem has been the brakes occasionally binding, the other main problem is, the bodywork is very susceptible to dents from car doors, trolleys etc. it seems as if another car door only has to look at it and it dents. Diesel consumption around town is not that great but on long journeys and motorway driving it is excellent, it is also very quiet at low and high speeds (although it does have a annoying wind whistle at high speeds) Driving the Xsara is fine the acceleration for a diesel is good, especially when the Turbo cuts in, it holds ...  Read the complete review