written by whitefang1403 on 20/10/2010
I am not entirely a Citroen person, but I like the look/shape of the Xsara Picasso. I currently drive a 1998 Nissan Almera 1.6 5dr Auto, and when I test drove the "51" plated Picasso 1.6i SX today, I found it strange at first in the position of the Gearstick, which is part of the centre of the dashboard, but got on well with it.
During my test drive, I obviously could see how spacious it was on the inside, but I could feel the spaciousness driving along. I have read in reviews that the 1.6 is underpowered, but I didn't really feel the lack of power, even after driving my Almera 1.6 automatic. I only test drove for about 2 miles, but it felt smooth and relaxing to drive.
The ability the completely remove the back seats individually is excellent, however, the chances of me needing to do that at the moment are extremely thin.
The only thing I have got against it, is the position of the speedo, etc. I wish that the speedo and that, was more over to the driver's side. But despite that, I have seriously got my heart set on it already, and can't wait to do a deal!!!
written by BETHAMY on 25/11/2007
I have had the Citroen Xsara Picasso for nearly 3 years with no major problems good at MOTs etc until friday night while driving it decided to set its self on fire (engine) so beware no problems before hand nothing to indicate major problem just cut out started smoking within 4 mins front of cars blazing away and I always had it serviced, had it looked at when something was slightly wrong so in good condition BEWARE.
written by carolsheehy on 22/05/2005
I bought my Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i SX People Carrier from a leasing company when mileage was 62k. Have been extremely pleased with it, although I have had a few problems with stalling during hazardous conditions, had garage look at it but to no avail! This is a great car otherwise and I have driven to France for the last 3 years with no problem whatsoever, have loved driving it, great for kids, and trips to IKEA etc as seats come out easily. Overall would recommend and am now looking to upgrage to a C8 if I can possibly afford it!
written by cat1not2 on 29/10/2003
I actually bought the Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX in the belief there would be a good deal more power than the 1.6, however the performance enhancement is frankly negligible and buyers would do well to stick with the 1.6. To use an mpv cliche` it really did suprise in the storage stakes particularly with the seats flat, and the rear passengers reported excellent legroom. The folddown trays on the back of the seats are break proof and are easily slotted back into position. The downside is there relatively flimsy construction...on the whole a good buy and the savings outweigh any drawbacks in flexibilty.
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