Peugeot 206 Hatch 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comes with lots of included extras like A/C, 6 CD changer, electric windows etc.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very affordable car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly unstable at higher speeds (60mph and above).

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good in 1st gear, but more sluggish in 3rd and 4th (especially when it comes to overtaking).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Several trips to the garage during warranty time (3 years) and after. Never broke down though.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cool looking small car.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Slight backache after long journeys. Seats are a bit too soft.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Central locking so far was always working. Problems with alarm.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Peugeot garages had problems finding faults and, due to a recent experience where they tried to overcharge me, are not trustworthy. Although Peugeots are great cars, the dealers are cowboys.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New injector after 3 years.

    Other

    Uneven wear on tyres. Undefinable screeching noise from the front wheel arches.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No