The Citroen Xsara is known as the bestselling multi-purpose vehicle in France, Great Britain and most of the rest of Europe. It is the stylish car with bulbous looks. This bulbous theme could be felt in its interior as well.

The Citroen Xsara is built with the intention to maximise interior space. The rear seats could be removed to create extensive storage space. Passengers in the rear can use the two compartments in the floor, while there’s a drawer under the drivers’ seat for further oddments. The three rear seats slide back and forth independently, allowing an increase in rear legroom or boot space. The egg-shaped roofline adds to the Xsara’s practicality.

With respect to the price of the Xsara, Citroen have a continual programme of consumer offers. Therefore, private buyers usually don’t pay much more than £11,000. Entry-level models can be bought for less than £9,000; making it about the best value MPV on the market. New buyers will receive a three year/60,000 mile warranty, with service intervals at a sensible 12,500 miles.

Driving the Citroen Xsara means a smooth ride. The steering is nicely weighted and the brakes with the suspension delightfully smooth. Even on broken and bumpy roads, the Xsara Picasso’s soft suspension soaks up the majority of imperfections, leaving the occupants feeling relaxed.

The Xsara Picasso is a cheap family transport. The engine options available with this car are; a pair of 1.6-litre Hdis with either 92 or 110bhp and a 1.6-litre petrol with 95bhp. The 1.6-litre diesels are insurance group 7 or 8 depending on the model and both get over 55mpg.

The Citroen Xsara is an affordable car to buy and is popular choice than the superior Citroen C4. The car is overall a practical and most affordable car. Had it been touched with more quality, the Xsara would have won even more sales.

Written By: Richard Igo