Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great value if you can find a good one.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Can fix most things for under a fiver from the scrapyard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Owned most Hot Hatches, and this outdrives them all!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fast for an old car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Starting to show its age. Starter/power steering problems.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Classic looks.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable on long journeys. Not much fun round town.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fit an alarm/immobiliser. Locks are useless.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Found the parts I needed, but very expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems. Still going strong after 78k miles.

    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