Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara Picasso
Power
136HP
Torque
190Nm
Consumption
8.6l/100
Emissions
205g/km
0-100 km/h
10.9s
Top Speed
192km/h
Weight
1405kg
Price
18,945€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 4v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
550 L
55 L
100 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara Picasso 2.0i 16v Exclusive C.A.S. · 136 CV (2003-2007)
General description
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is not just a car; it's the memory of an era and the symbol of a family revolution. It arrived to redefine the compact minivan, offering an interior space and modularity that won over thousands of families, turning every trip into a shared experience.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Xsara Picasso is like diving into an oasis of comfort. Its 2.0-liter, 136-horsepower engine, coupled with a smooth automatic gearbox, moves the vehicle with surprising ease, without sporty pretensions but with an always-ready response. The sensation is not one of speed, but of floating over the asphalt thanks to a suspension that absorbs every imperfection, prioritizing the well-being of the occupants above all else. It's a car that invites you to enjoy the scenery, to converse, to experience the journey without rush.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, nicknamed 'the egg,' was a bold act that broke the mold. That rounded, friendly shape was not a whim, but the result of an obsession with interior space. Inside, light floods the cabin through its large glass surface. The dashboard with central digital instrumentation freed the driver's view, and its three individual and identical rear seats offered unprecedented versatility, along with a gigantic 550-liter trunk. It was a rolling living room designed for life.
Technology and features
For its time, the Xsara Picasso felt futuristic. The digital instrumentation in the center of the dashboard was its hallmark, a bold solution aimed at improving ergonomics and visibility. This Exclusive version with an automatic transmission added extra comfort for urban driving, a rare luxury in its segment. Additionally, it was equipped with important safety features like ABS and multiple airbags, demonstrating Citroën's commitment to family protection.
Competition
In a market dominated by the pioneer, the Renault Scénic, the Xsara Picasso had to fight hard. It also faced tough rivals like the Opel Zafira, with its seven seats, or the more dynamic Ford Focus C-MAX. However, the Picasso found its soul and its audience by betting on superior ride comfort and a unique, charismatic design that set it apart from the more conservative competition.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara Picasso is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a car that perfectly understood the needs of a family and provided them with a solution full of ingenuity, comfort, and personality. It didn't aim to be the fastest or the most luxurious, but the best possible travel companion. A vehicle that left an indelible mark and is still remembered with special affection for having been the setting for countless happy moments.