The CITROEN SAXO (1996-03) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.0 FIRST is a small city hatchback for affordable everyday motoring. In the UK it competes with the Peugeot 106, Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa, offering compact dimensions and simple controls rather than space or modern equipment. Its 1.0-litre engine suits shorter urban journeys. mycarcheck.com records 17 checks across 13 VINs, a modest snapshot of this model overall. The cars averaged 78,000 recorded miles, about 5,000 miles annually, and 4.2 previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation was £100; this is a recorded figure, not a promise of what any individual Saxo is worth today, or its sale price. The three-door layout and small footprint make the Saxo easy to park and handy for errands or commuting, while its modest pace means it is less suited to frequent motorway journeys or carrying a family’s luggage. A well-kept example may suit a first-time driver seeking a simple, characterful small car.