Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better than Golf/Punto/Polo alternatives.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good, but thirsty if pushed hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Better than anything else in class and beyond.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good acceleration will worry most GTis.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Replaced plugs and filters only.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Iconic status lives on... timeless pininfarina design.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sports seats offer good support and comfort.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Basically good. Mine is de-locked, so not a problem.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never used them with 205, but were good with 306.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Mixture adjustment.

    Other

    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