Citroën Xsara N5
The Citroën Xsara N5 (1997–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: N5
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,170–4,350 mm RDW | 4,167–4,369 mm |
| Width | 1,700 mm RDW | 1,705 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm RDW | 1,405–1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,540 mm RDW | 2,540 mm |
| Front track | 1,420–1,437 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,430–1,444 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,005–1,165 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,105–1,265 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,580–1,670 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,100 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 550–630 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2–4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 175–220 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 111–196 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R14, 175/65R14, 195/55R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, 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 | 58.4% (55.8–61.0) | 69.2% | 1,356 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 43.0% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 38.8% | 41.6% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 37.3% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 35.9% | 17.1% |
| Tyres | 34.0% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 28.6% | 28.8% |
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 13 versions of the Citroën Xsara N5
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United Kingdom 13 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 | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004Picasso 1.6i (VIN Code CHNFVB) · Picasso 1.6i · Xsara Picasso 1.6i | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
| 2000–2004Picasso 2.0 HDi (VIN Code CHRHYB) · Picasso 2.0 HDi ( VIN Code CHRHYA) · Picasso 2.0 HDi and 1 more trim | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 147 g/km |
| 2000–2002Picasso 1.8i 16v · Xsara Picasso 1.8i 16v (VIN code CH6FZC) | 1.7 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 187 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.4i · Xsara 1.4i Estate | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.6i · Xsara 1.6i Estate · Xsara 1.6i VTR | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.6i · Xsara 1.6i Estate | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 185 g/km |
| 2000–2001Picasso 1.6i (VIN Code CHNFZA) | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 187 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.8i 16v | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 198 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.8i 16v Estate | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 198 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.8i 16v VTR | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 198 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 1.9D · Xsara 1.9D Estate | 1.9 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 hp Estate · Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 hp | 2.0 L | 67 kW (91 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 141 g/km |
| 2000–2001Xsara 2.0i 16v VTS | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.