Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara Picasso
Power
109HP
Torque
260Nm
Consumption
4.9l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
10.8s
Top Speed
183km/h
Weight
1313kg
Price
18,936€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
550 L
60 L
80 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara Picasso HDi 110 Satisfaction II Plus · 109 CV (2004-2005)
General description
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is not just a car; it's the memory of an era and the symbol of the quintessential family minivan. When it arrived, it broke the mold with a proposal that prioritized space, light, and comfort above all else, becoming the accomplice of countless family trips and adventures.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 109 hp HDi engine feels willing and full of life, especially at low revs thanks to its generous torque. It doesn't aim for sportiness but rather to offer a serene and pleasant journey. Its suspension, true to Citroën's tradition, absorbs irregularities with a smoothness that isolates you from the outside world, making every trip an experience of pure comfort and tranquility.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, affectionately nicknamed 'the egg,' is unmistakable and timeless. A rounded and bold silhouette that maximizes interior space and glass surface, flooding the cabin with light. Inside, its innovative digital and centralized dashboard, along with the three individual and identical rear seats, created a new way of understanding life on board, prioritizing versatility and togetherness.
Technology and features
For its time, the Xsara Picasso was an ingenious vehicle. Its HDi diesel engine with common-rail injection represented modern, efficient, and refined mechanics. But its true technology lay in practical solutions: countless storage compartments, the 'Modubox' trolley in the trunk, and an interior modularity that allowed the car to be transformed according to the needs of the moment.
Competition
In a competitive market, it faced giants like the Renault Scénic, the segment's pioneer, and the Opel Zafira with its seven seats. While its rivals opted for more conventional practicality or more seats, the Picasso won hearts with its unique design, superior ride comfort, and a sense of space and light that few could match.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is much more than a minivan; it's an icon of functionality and design at the service of the family. A vehicle that proved that practicality is not at odds with personality and charm. Its legacy endures as that of an honest, incredibly spacious, and faithful travel companion that left an indelible mark on an entire generation.