Citroen ZX 2.0 16V

I bought a green ZX 16V demonstrator from a main dealer and the car was totally reliable. Totally loved the passive rear wheel steering and brakes. Acceleration off the line was not that impressive tho once moving it covered ground really quickly.

Handling was really impressive and it coped brilliantly through all weather including heavy snow. Main dealer servicing was pricey and the tyres were £150 each though found a supplier charging £80.

After hard commuting driving of around 100k the ZX was suffering wheel bearing failure and I had to let it go for new Nissan 200sx Touring.

Overall a brilliant and underrated car.

i got mine 10 months ago and it brilliant always have a smile on my face when driving it I don't understand though mines is a98 model but every where I look they stopped in 96 making the zx and brought out the xsara instead even rarer mines is an auto iv checked they made the zx volcane in auto but no mention if they made the 16 v version in auto it says in my log book very clearly I'm confused anybody got any ideas about this

Hi,

i've actually owned three of these cars the first was bought from a used car dealer in Queensferry, and was pushed in the corner of the showroom as all who came to buy couldn't afford the insurance, i had this car for 3 years after the 2nd year i tried to see how fast it wne and pushed it to the limit and then had to replace the engine which came from london and took 2 days to remove and fit the new one, i then sold it on and the new owner wrote it off, the 2nd one came from Ipswich and ate coil packs every month and then sold to a guy from Newtown the 3rd was bought from Mancester as spares and eventually was scrapped, all three were a dark green, and i would love to get another, i have race and beaten all sorts of bot racers with the 1st car, from modified Corsa's to BMW's to Celica's, it's not until you've owned one and driven it as it should be driven you can truely appriciate them, very underrated but a wicked car.10/10

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I've just got rid of my 1.4i reflex Citroen ZX this car made me want to get another zx but with more oomph, these cars are amazing at handling and got good looks with the right model! I traveled to London from Sheffield to pick up my 2.0 16v, its silver and in mint condition, L reg 1994, 66k on clock, yeah it € s only got 150bhp but it € s the one I wanted because I hate the bonnet, grill and steering wheel on the later model! Most cars do lose if raced! I € ve just ordered my induction kit. I need new air hoses and breathers, what a jumble! Super rare, waited ages to find one! If you can get one do absolute bargain and great car!

I have a 96 P Citroen ZX 2.0 16V in red and it is mint. With only 55K on the clock but it only has that rubbish 150bhp engine in it. So I would love to know if the 167bhp lump wold go in without too much trouble? I also own a GTi6 but they are soooo common and I am fed up with it. The ZX is ever so cool and I love the fact noone knows what she is.

The early 155Bhp model Citroen ZX 2.016V was actually 150Bhp, this made it more of a tepid hatch than hot. The later engine 167Bhp is the prefered engine, it can be found in the 306 GTI-6 and the Xsara VTS, these cars are super rare though, and most owners won't want to part with them. The 150Bhp engine has a strange, yet fascinating, intake system which makes a lovely induction noise but it can go wrong. I has small vacuum actuators that break easily and a small electro-valve which controls them, this can break!

You will need to rev the engine to get the best from it, it tends to pick up really quickly above 4500 rpm. This will effect your fuel economy, you have been warned. Having mentioned fuel economy, expect between 25 - 35mpg, not great but you can live with it. I don't know a great deal about the 167Bhp engine so I won't make it up!

It still has that fantastic Citroen handling though, the floating rear axle (rubber mounts, these can wear but are fairly easy to replace)allow the rear axle to turn slightly on cornering, the harder you corner the more it turns. Push it and it will bite back, it does correct well though.

The bodywork shouldn't be rusty unless you find your car near the coast, it was partially galvanised at manufacture so should be rust free. The panels are like fag paper so you will most likely find small parking dents all down the rear quarter panels.

The interior is clean, if a little dated, the seats are very supportive and quite adjustable, height, rake, lumbar support, etc.

Check the seat ratchet mechanism and make sure it locks properly when you're sat in it, you will shoot back and not be able to reach the pedals at the most inopportune moments.

Servicing costs are cheap if done on a DIY basis, brakes, lights, radiators, and some electrical and engine components are available from specialist motor factors.(GSF, EuroCarParts)

Less common components are dealer only, and will cost you. Always check a motor factors first and dealer second.

Common faults will include, brakes warping, rear suspension mounts wearing, front ARB Droplinks, head gasket problems, individual coils breaking down (it has 4 seperate coils), to name but a few.

If the car has been well maintained you shouldn't have any major problems just remember the car is around 10 years old.

If you find one in the right condition and want an individual car, that will suprise, purchase one.

I've had several ZX's now, but the Citroen ZX 2.016V is the one I've always wanted. Due to the previous owners lack of servicing though, I've just had to spend a silly amount of money on repairing the cylinder head. It was badly corroded through lack of proper anti-corrosive coolant. Still the car is now up and running, oh and does it run. Very quick car, I traded a moderately tuned Saxo VTR for this car, and I'm not disappointed. At least I don't have to watch over my shoulder for any other would be drag racers in Saxos. A quick car, rare and exclusive. If you can find one get one. You won't be disappointed.

The Citroen ZX 2.016V is a superb car and a brilliant buy if you can find one. I bought my P'reg 167bhp version with 38k on the clock this year for 2k. Try buying a P reg Golf GTI, 306 GTI6 (almost identical car) or equivalent for that!

Its fast and powerful. 0-20mph isnt brilliant but as the revs climb it shifts. On motorways its great for dropping down and overtaking as the power is very useable at higher speeds. You will always surprise more 'recognised' sports cars with its turn of speed and embarass a few bad drivers in some fancy stuff (an FTO the other day!)

You can drive into a supermarket car park knowing that you have a rare car and you arent going to park next to another one.

I have owned several fast cars, 205gti, r5gt, uno turbo and 16v astra but this Citroen ZX 2.016V is abit of a wolf in sheeps clothing. Extremely rapid accelaration, absolutely is glued to the road and stops on a dime. I have seen off several of the above without any trouble and can't fault it performance wise. 0-60 in 6.5 secs and 145 top speed. 160bhp standard however mine has been increased to 203. Abit thirsty but what can u expect. Some problems with the electric windows failing but apart from that nothing to really slag off. Looks the part to - even better lowered. Exhausts do not seem to last long so would recommend an instant upgrade to a stainless one. Spares are expensive but easily available from other sources and some peugeot parts are the same. I do get miffed when people think it's the volcane model. The difference between them is the 2.0 16v has side skirts and different alloys and a nice little 2.0i badge on the front wing. Do not try one of these on as if you do u will probably no definately lose out....