1997-2006 Xsara OverviewCitroën Xsara Overview (1997 - 2006)
1997 - 2006
Tech Specs Summary
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- 101 - 137 mph
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- 8.7 - 18.0 seconds
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- 67 - 161 BHP
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- 29.7 - 62.8 mpg
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- 1,080 - 1,367 kg
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- 408 - 1,190 L (Hatchback)
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- 512 - 1,512 L (Estate)
The Citroën Xsara was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 1997 - 2006. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 67 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 161 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Xsara is the Citroën Xsara Coupé 2.0i 16v which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 161 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 124 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën Xsara Estate 1.4 HDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 745 miles and can store 512-1,512 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,100 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
