Citroen Xsara 1997 Hatchback
All the best. When I bought it was in terrible condition. All sorts of guilt began to appear. We changed a lot of parts. If purchase a donor part to be make it work should be reprogrammed etc. It took a good while to get everything in order - but now I don't want another car because it's very economical, doesn't rust. On winter on the road safe with quality winter tires. The details are not ...
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This generation of Citroen Xsara has been produced from October, 1997 to September, 2000. We can provide information about 9 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Citroen is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and power of from 75 to 135 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 1.9 to 2.0 litres and power of from 68 to 90 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.2 to 9.1 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.2 to 6.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback petrol engine version is Citroen Xsara 1.4i, consuming 7.2 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback diesel - Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDI for 100 kilometers consumes 5.2 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Citroen Xsara real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and the same for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Citroen Xsara modification.
Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 172 to 217 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 141 to 176 grams per kilometer. From Citroen Xsara with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Citroen Xsara 1.4i which produces an average of 172 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Citroen Xsara diesels least CO2 distributes Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDI - 141 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.9 seconds has Citroen Xsara 2.0i 16V version, conversely the tardiest one is Citroen Xsara 1.9 D reaching this speed only in 17.2 seconds. The maximum top speed is 202 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 135 hp version (Citroen Xsara 2.0i 16V).
Lenght of Citroen Xsara is 417 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Citroen Xsara is about 2 cm longer than Ford Focus hatchback, but 2 cm shorter than Toyota Corolla hatchback. Citroen Xsara gross weight is 1100 kg.
This Citroen is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 650 €. According to user reviews, average Citroen Xsara repair costs are 60 € per year. Users calculated Citroen Xsara 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2100 € cost per year and 0.29 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 35%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 31% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Citroen Xsara for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Citroen Xsara prices and costs.
Citroen Xsara modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Citroen Xsara 1997 1.4i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen Xsara 1997 1.6i Oct 1997 — Mai 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen Xsara 1999 1.6i Mai 1999 — Sep 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen Xsara 1997 1.8i Oct 1997 — Mai 1999 | 1.8 Petrol | 103 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Citroen Xsara 1997 1.8i 16V | 1.8 Petrol | 112 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Citroen Xsara 1997 1.9 D Oct 1997 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen Xsara 1997 1.9 TD
Oct 1997 — Mai 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen Xsara 1999 2.0i 16V
Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 135 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Citroen Xsara 1999 2.0 HDI
Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Citroen Xsara safety
During safety testing Citroen Xsara has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Citroen Xsara is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Citroen Xsara got two stars.
Citroen Xsara prices
Citroen Xsara 1997 - 2000 hatchback price in Latvia is from 300 € to 900 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Citroen Xsara price is very low - Citroen Xsara is approximately for 42 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1997 - 2000 prices). The reason of Citroen Xsara low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen Xsara 2000 price | 300 € | 600 € | 900 € | |
| Citroen Xsara 1997 price | 600 € | 700 € | 900 € |
Citroen Xsara total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Citroen Xsara? Users calculated Citroen Xsara 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2100 € cost per year and 0.29 € cost per one kilometer.
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Citroen Xsara reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Citroen Xsara reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2011 defects were detected in an average of 30.2 percent of Citroen Xsara of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26%.
Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Citroen Xsara with corresponding feature (option)
58% Metallic paint
50% Conditioning
28% Sunroof
14% Heated seats
12%
Citroen Xsara 1997 hatchback photo images
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Citroen Xsara reviews
Total 9 Citroen Xsara owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 25`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 225 € (~ 112 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Cheap
Cons: Poor insulation. Box howls.