Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good performer for the money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Odd bits add up. Not bad.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fun and nippy. Responsive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Responsive. Gives newer cars good competition.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fair. Odd steering parts, etc. To be expected.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Tidy ones still look smart.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Decent for a sporty hatch.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not the best. Get an alarm/immobiliser.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Loose distributer cap, that's about it.

    Other

    A few steering bits. Arm.

    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