Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën Xsara
Power
68HP
Torque
150Nm
Consumption
4.5l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
14.3s
Top Speed
164km/h
Weight
1202kg
Price
12,795€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
408 L
54 L
50 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën Xsara 5p HDi 70cv SX (2003-2004)
General description
The 70-horsepower Citroën Xsara HDi is a memory of an era where logic and economy prevailed. It's not a car chosen with a racing heart, but with the head, seeking a faithful daily companion, a vehicle that promised miles of tranquility and sporadic visits to the gas station thanks to its acclaimed diesel engine.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the sensations are of pure smoothness and comfort. Its 68 horsepower doesn't aim for speed records, but to offer a serene and predictable journey. The engine pushes with enough ease at low revs to move agilely in the city, while the suspension, with Citroën's unmistakable seal, filters out road imperfections with a delicacy that makes you feel like you're in a bubble. It's a car that doesn't ask you to race, but to enjoy the ride.
Design and aesthetics
The Xsara's design is an ode to functionality and discretion. Its rounded lines and friendly front end give it a familiar and approachable appearance, a car that ages with dignity. Inside, space is the protagonist, with a cabin designed for real life and a surprisingly generous 408-liter trunk that made it an ideal choice for young families. It doesn't win you over at first sight, but its practicality conquers with use.
Technology and features
The true technological gem of this Xsara lies under the hood: its HDi engine with common-rail direct injection. At the time, it was a small revolution in the compact segment, offering a level of refinement, silence, and efficiency previously unknown in diesel engines of its displacement. The rest of the equipment was simple and functional, focused on the essentials to ensure a competitive price and foolproof reliability.
Competition
In the competitive market of the early 2000s, the Xsara faced titans like the Renault Mégane, the Ford Focus, and the eternal Volkswagen Golf. While its rivals opted for bolder designs or more dynamic handling, the Xsara played its master cards: superior ride comfort, a very attractive price, and above all, the efficiency and reliability of its HDi engines, which became its best selling point.
Conclusion
The Citroën Xsara 5p HDi 70cv is the embodiment of the smart and honest car. A vehicle that didn't pretend to be what it wasn't, but to perfectly fulfill its mission: to transport its occupants comfortably, safely, and, above all, economically. It is a symbol of a rational purchase that, over time, earns a place in the heart for its loyalty and simplicity.