Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Cheap ones about now.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    MPG not that good if driven hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great. Handles a treat.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, for an early 90s hot hatch.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Bought the car with 77,000 miles, head gasket went at 83,000. Seems to be a major problem with a lot of high mileage Peugeots.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well respected, even today.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok, seats offer prettty good support and ride is harsh, but you're not driving this car for comfort.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Nothing as standard. Needs after-market alarm and immobiliser.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket.

    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