Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara Picasso
Power
90HP
Torque
205Nm
Consumption
5.5l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
12.6s
Top Speed
175km/h
Weight
1300kg
Price
16,654€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
550 L
60 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDi 90 SX Top · 90 CV (2003-2006)
General description
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is not just a car; it's the memory of an era and the materialization of a revolutionary concept. It arrived to redefine family travel, offering interior space and modularity that changed the rules of the game. It was the compact MPV that won the hearts of thousands of families thanks to its promise of comfort, light, and life on board.
Driving experience
Driving the Xsara Picasso with the 90-horsepower 2.0 HDi engine is an experience of pure tranquility. It doesn't seek blistering acceleration, but rather the delivery of constant and generous torque from low revs that makes every journey smooth and relaxed. Its comfort-focused suspension absorbs road irregularities with a delicacy that invites you to devour kilometers without fatigue. It is the ideal companion for long family trips, where conversation and scenery matter more than speed.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, affectionately nicknamed 'the egg,' was a statement of intent. A rounded and friendly shape that broke with aggressiveness to maximize interior space and light. Inside, its dashboard with central digital instrumentation and the multitude of storage compartments created a unique atmosphere, almost like a living room. The three independent and removable rear seats were pure magic for adapting the car to any need.
Technology and features
Although its technologies may seem simple to us today, at the time it was avant-garde. The HDi engine with common-rail direct injection was a marvel of efficiency and refinement, setting a standard for diesel. But its true technology lay in the intelligence of its solutions: the 'Modubox' cart integrated into the trunk, the airplane-style trays on the front seatbacks, and a panoramic visibility that made you feel in total control of your surroundings. It was technology designed by and for people.
Competition
In the pantheon of compact MPVs, its great rival was always the Renault Scénic, with which it fought a beautiful battle for the throne of the ultimate family car. It also faced the Opel Zafira, which played the seven-seater card, and later the Ford Focus C-Max, which offered sharper dynamic behavior. However, the Picasso's charisma and comfort secured it a special place in the market.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is much more than a vehicle; it is an icon of functionality and ingenuity. A car that perfectly understood the needs of a family and responded to them with a bold design and practical solutions. Its legacy endures as that of a tireless, economical, and extraordinarily reliable travel companion, a vehicle that earned the affection and respect of an entire generation.