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Citroën C3 I Picasso (2008–2017)

4.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Most reported affected parts

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Sensors
2 reports
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Brake caliper
1 reports
3
Interior rattles / noises
1 reports
4
Clutch
1 reports
5
Tire wear
1 reports

Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.2 PureTech (110 Hp) (HNZ EB2DT) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.4 VTi (95 Hp) (8FP EP3C) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.4 VTi (95 Hp) (EP3) 4.0 2 Sensors, Brake caliper, Interior rattles / noises
1.4 VTi (95 Hp) (8FP EP3) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.6 VTi (115 Hp) (5FP EP6) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 VTi (120 Hp) (5FS EP6C) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 VTi (120 Hp) (5FW EP6) 4.0 3 Clutch, Sensors, Tire wear
1.6 VTi (120 Hp) EGS (5FS EP6C) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.6 BlueHDi (98 Hp) (BHY DV6FD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 HDi (109 Hp) FAP (9HX DV6TED4) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 HDi (112 Hp) FAP (9HR DV6C) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 HDi (114 Hp) (9HD DV6C) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.6 HDi (90 Hp) (9HX DV6ATED4) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 HDi (92 Hp) (9HP DV6DTED) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 e-HDI (92 Hp) FAP EGS (9HP DV6DTED) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 e-HDi (92 Hp) EGS (9HP DV6DTED) No reports 0 No issues reported

LPG

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.4 VTi (95 Hp) LPG (8FP EP3) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Citroën C3 I Picasso 1.4 VTi (95 Hp) Station wagon (estate), MPV 19,000 km

Problem: Sensors

Qualities: Visibility, driving position & comfort, versatility | Flaws: Fuel consumption, body roll on damaged roads | Problems: Driver's seatbelt buckle, engine temperature sensor

Pros: Visibility, driving position and comfort, versatility
Cons: Fuel consumption, body roll on damaged roads, Driver's seatbelt buckle, engine temperature sensor
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Citroën C3 I Picasso 1.4 VTi (95 Hp) Station wagon (estate), MPV 16,000 km

Problem: Brake Caliper

Excellent driving visibility, good road handling, very good braking, pleasant vehicle to drive. No engine braking on mountain descents, very tricky gearbox to use. Suspensions tend to pump, too soft, imbalance between front and rear axles. Engine lacks torque and power, especially felt in mountains. Rattling noise when cold, conical gear noise for 3000km. Vehicle currently under repair at CITROEN Lyon, still under manufacturer's warranty.

Pros: Excellent driving visibility, Good road handling, Very good braking, Pleasant vehicle to drive
Cons: No engine braking on mountain descents, Gearbox is very tricky to use. Suspensions tend to pump, too soft, imbalance between front and rear axles., Engine lacks torque and power, especially felt in mountains., Rattling noise when cold, Conical gear noise from 3000km, Vehicle currently under repair at CITROEN Lyon, still under manufacturer's warranty.
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Citroën C3 I Picasso 1.6 VTi (120 Hp) Station wagon (estate), MPV Mileage unknown

Very Good - C3 I Picasso

Exclusive features make this a great choice. Minor issue with the automatic adjustment of the xenon headlights.

Pros: Exclusive
Cons: Xenon headlights, My xenon headlights no longer adjust automatically
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Citroën C3 I Picasso 1.6 VTi (120 Hp) Station wagon (estate), MPV 120,000 km

Problem: Clutch

Spacious, low maintenance costs. Noisy, a bit bumpy. Clutch at 115,000km, water temperature sensor (engine temp too high).

Pros: Spacious, Low maintenance cost
Cons: Noisy, a bit bumpy, Clutch at 115,000km, Water temperature sensor (engine temp too high)
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Citroën C3 I Picasso 1.6 VTi (120 Hp) Station wagon (estate), MPV 59,000 km

Tire Wear Issue

Worse than the Xsara Picasso. Door handles peeling, worn seats. Tires changed at 42,000 km.

Pros: Not as good as the Xsara Picasso
Cons: Peeling door handles, worn seats, Tires replaced at 42,000 km

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