Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara Picasso
Power
95HP
Torque
135Nm
Consumption
7.5l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
13.1s
Top Speed
171km/h
Weight
1240kg
Price
17,191€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
550 L
55 L
70 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara Picasso 1.6i · 95 CV (2000-2003)
General description
The Citroën Xsara Picasso burst onto the scene in 2000 as a breath of fresh air for families. It wasn't just a car; it was a promise of space, light, and unforgettable journeys, encapsulated in a silhouette that broke the mold and was etched into the heart of a generation.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Xsara Picasso is to rediscover the pleasure of unhurried travel. Its suspension, true to Citroën's tradition, floats over the asphalt, providing exceptional ride comfort. The 95 horsepower of its 1.6i engine doesn't aim for records, but rather to offer a smooth and reliable response to carry your loved ones in complete peace, enjoying a panoramic visibility that makes you feel like you own the road.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, affectionately nicknamed 'the egg,' was a statement of intent. A rounded, friendly shape that maximized interior space to unsuspected limits. Inside, light floods a cabin dominated by an innovative central digital dashboard, a futuristic solution that, along with its three independent rear seats, made it the most versatile and welcoming rolling lounge on the market.
Technology and features
The technology in the Xsara Picasso was at the service of life on board. Beyond modern connectivity, its great innovation was modularity. The ability to transform the interior, to play with the seats and the enormous 550-liter trunk, was its true magic. The on-board computer and its central digital instrumentation were just the right touch of modernity for a car designed to be practical and durable.
Competition
In a segment it helped to consolidate, the Xsara Picasso faced giants like the Renault Scénic, the undisputed pioneer. It also had to compete with the ingenious Opel Zafira and its seven-seat system, or the controversial but equally spacious Fiat Multipla. However, the Citroën's charisma and comfort secured it a place of honor in the battle.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is not just a minivan; it's an icon, a refuge on wheels that accompanied thousands of families in their daily lives and adventures. Its success was no accident, but the result of a masterful formula that combined a unique design, superb comfort, and all-proof practicality. A car that is felt more than it is remembered.