Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara
Power
88HP
Torque
135Nm
Consumption
7.3l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
11.5s
Top Speed
180km/h
Weight
1078kg
Price
14,808€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
408 L
54 L
65 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara 5p 1.6i Exclusive · 88 CV (1997-2000)
General description
The Citroën Xsara arrived in the late 90s as a breath of fresh air and sensibility, a car that won the hearts of countless Spanish families. It wasn't a vehicle of great boasts, but a faithful companion that promised and delivered: to take you with exceptional comfort to any destination. It represents that era when a car was, above all, another member of the family, a space of safety and comfort for creating memories.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Xsara 1.6i is to rediscover a pure and honest driving experience. Its 88 horsepower doesn't seek records, but to deliver a smooth and progressive response, ideal for daily life and long trips. The real magic lies in its chassis. The suspension, a hallmark of the brand, filters out road imperfections with a mastery that isolates you from the outside world, while the famous self-steering rear axle gave it surprising agility and cornering stability for a car of its nature. It's a feeling of floating on the road, of traveling in a bubble of tranquility.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, with soft and rounded lines, was the perfect expression of late-century aerodynamics and elegance. Without sharp edges or stridency, the Xsara conveyed a sense of harmony and fluidity. Inside, space was the protagonist. A generous and bright cabin, with seats that seemed to embrace you, and a functional and uncluttered dashboard. With a 408-liter trunk, it proved that beauty was not at odds with outstanding practicality, becoming the perfect accomplice for getaways and vacations.
Technology and features
The Xsara's technology wasn't measured in touch screens, but in intelligent engineering solutions at the service of comfort and safety. Its injection engine was an example of reliability and efficiency for its time. However, its greatest technical feat was its dynamic behavior, the result of a highly developed chassis with elements like the self-steering rear axle, which actively improved stability in turns. It was technology that you couldn't see, but you could feel with every kilometer, ensuring a safe and pleasant drive.
Competition
The Citroën Xsara faced fierce competition in the most contested segment of the market. It vied for public favor against giants like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, the Opel Astra, and its compatriot, the Renault Mégane. Against them, the Xsara didn't play the card of extreme sportiness or luxury, but offered a nearly perfect balance between superb ride comfort, a generous interior space, and a very attractive quality-price ratio that made it a bestseller.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara is much more than a car from a bygone era; it is the memory of a comfortable journey, of uncomplicated reliability, and of French ingenuity applied to the family car. It represents a philosophy where the well-being of the occupants was the top priority. Today, remembering it evokes a feeling of warmth and confidence, that of a car that never let you down and always welcomed you with the maximum possible comfort. A true popular classic that earned its place in our memory.