Citroen Xsara

The new Citroen Xsara is basically derived from its predecessor, ZX. The suspensions, for example, is retuned from ZX's. The overall dimension of the car is virtually unchanged, though better use of space enable more cabin room so that make it to become the most spacious car in its class, so is the boot.  

Externally, Xsara does not show any new design trend nor new standard of build quality. In fact, it is still built with mediocre quality like most French cars. However, it is very practical indeed - fine performance, sharp handling, good ride, comfortable, big luggage space.....all make it a brilliant car to own. What it lack is the character of the traditional Citroen. OK, forget it. The old Citroen days will never come back ! 
 

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 Specifications

Model
Xsara 1.8
Xsara 2.0 VTS
Layout
Front-engined, Fwd
Front-engined, Fwd.
Dimensions
L / W / H / WB: 4170 / 1700 / 1400 / 2540 mm
Engine
Inline-4, dohc, 4v/cyl.
Inline-4, dohc, 4v/cyl, 
variable induction manifold
Capacity
1761 c.c.
1998 c.c.
Power
112 hp
167 hp
Torque
114 lbft
145 lbft
Transmission
5M
5M
Suspensions
F: Strut; R: Torsion beam
Tyres
185 / 65 R14
195 / 55 R15
Weight
1115 kg
1232 kg
Top speed
118 mph*
137 mph*
0-60 mph
9.8 sec*
8.2 sec*
0-100 mph
28.1 sec*
21.0 sec*
 
* Tested by Autocar
 

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