Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never had to repair it. Good spec for small cars of this age - electric windows, sunroof, central locking etc.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Big fuel tank but not very good on petrol.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very nice little car to drive, however there is a lot of body roll when driving hard.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very nippy for what it is, suprises a lot of other drivers from the traffic lights.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never cost me a penny!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very nice little cars, by far the most fresh looking out of all the 80s to mid 90s hatchbacks, far nicer to look at than any Fiesta or Corsa.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Nice comfy seats, driving position is excellent and it also has a very smooth ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never had any problems but I have had a good alarm fitted just in case!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never needed to use Peugeot but I have heard very good reports from other 205 owners.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Never had any problems.

    Other

    Driveshaft appears to be quite a common fault on the 205s, easy diy repair; mine are ok though!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes