Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara Picasso
Power
116HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
7.7l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
12.2s
Top Speed
190km/h
Weight
1245kg
Price
17,793€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
550 L
55 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara Picasso 1.8i 16v · 116 CV (2000-2003)
General description
The Citroën Xsara Picasso burst into the new millennium like a breath of fresh air for families. It wasn't just a car; it was a promise of space, light, and unforgettable journeys. Its arrival redefined the concept of the compact MPV, instantly becoming an icon and a partner in countless family adventures.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Xsara Picasso envelops you in an atmosphere of calm and comfort. Its suspension, true to Citroën's tradition, filters out road imperfections with a smoothness that invites you to eat up the miles. The 116-horsepower 1.8 engine responds honestly, without sporty pretensions, but with the necessary capability to move the whole family with agility. The feeling of spaciousness, thanks to its huge glass area and high driving position, is simply liberating.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was a statement of intent. The rounded silhouette, almost like a drop of water, broke with everything established, prioritizing interior space and brightness. Inside, the dashboard with central digital instrumentation was not only futuristic but also created the feeling of a rolling living room, a space to share. Every detail, from the three individual rear seats to the multiple storage compartments, was designed to make life on board easier and more pleasant.
Technology and features
Beyond its bold central digital instrumentation, the true technology of the Xsara Picasso lay in its practical intelligence. The modularity of its seats, which allowed the interior to be configured in multiple ways, was a stroke of genius for its time. It featured ingenious solutions like the 'Modubox' trolley in the trunk or the airplane-style trays on the front seatbacks. It was technology at the service of family life, simple but incredibly effective.
Competition
In the competitive universe of compact MPVs, the Xsara Picasso faced titans. Its main adversary was the Renault Scénic, the pioneer of the category. It also had to compete with the Opel Zafira, which played the seven-seater card with its ingenious Flex7 system, and with the original though controversial Fiat Multipla. Despite the tough competition, the Picasso managed to win hearts with its unique balance of comfort, style, and practicality.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is much more than an old car; it is a portrait of an era and a memory of happy moments for millions of families. Its success was no accident but the result of perfectly understanding its users' needs. Today, it remains a vehicle remembered with immense affection, a popular classic that proved a family car could be practical, comfortable, and, above all, have a soul.