Citroën Saxo first generation
The Citroën Saxo first generation (2000–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: S0, S1
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,720 mm RDW | 3,718–3,737 mm |
| Width | 1,600 mm RDW | 1,595–1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,360–1,370 mm RDW | 1,379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,390 mm RDW | 2,385 mm |
| Front track | 1,370–1,415 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,305–1,365 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 780–895 kg RDW | 805–935 kg |
| Mass in running order | 880–995 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,310–1,360 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 500–700 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 440–495 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2–4 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 280 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 162–205 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 93–145 Nm ASTRA | 73–147 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 165/65R14, 165/70R13, 185/55R14, 195/45R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl, cs, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 61.6% (60.6–62.5) | 69.2% | 10,328 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 38.4% | 36.4% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 32.0% | 18.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 31.1% | 28.8% |
| Suspension | 30.0% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 30.0% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 28.9% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 10 versions of the Citroën Saxo first generation
United Kingdom 10 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004Saxo 1.1i | 1.1 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.1–6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 145–155 g/km |
| 2001–2004Saxo 1.5 D | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2001–2003Saxo 1.4i Furio | 1.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
| 2000–2003Saxo 1.6i VTR | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7–7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 159–178 g/km |
| 2001–2003Saxo 1.6i 16v VTS | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 201 g/km |
| 2000–2002Saxo 1.4i | 1.4 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 7.5–7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 177–195 g/km |
| 2000–2001Saxo 1.0i | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2000–2001Saxo 1.4i | 1.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.2–6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 148–160 g/km |
| 2000–2001Saxo 1.5D | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2000–2001Saxo 1.6i VTS 16v | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.