The CITROEN XSARA (1997-04) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 SX is a practical five-door family hatchback from the late 1990s and early 2000s, competing with sensible choices such as the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Its compact footprint makes it manageable around town, while the rear doors and useful boot make it more versatile than a small city car. mycarcheck.com has recorded just two checks for this exact Xsara version, covering two different VINs, so the figures are clues rather than a reliable picture of the whole market. The checks show an average private-sale valuation of £200, average recorded mileage of 71,000 miles, annual mileage of 2,000 miles and three previous keepers. These are historical observations, not a guide to current asking prices; age, condition and maintenance will strongly affect any individual car. Well suited to budget-conscious commuters or families, the Xsara is best judged on its comfort, service history and condition. It offers straightforward everyday motoring in a roomy, familiar hatchback format.