Peugeot 306 Hatchback 1.9 D Turbo 3d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
For the money i'd put the 306 in a 'newer' class than it's rivals. Insurance is only group 5 -> Why?!? It goes so well considering it's a smelly diesel. Its the best small diesel of its time.
Costs
Insurance is cheap. Parts are cheap. MPG is excellent. Drive it hard and still return 500 miles for £40.
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On the road
Driving
Handles well, goes well, cheap to run.
Performance
For what it is it flies. Not so hot off the line but once its mid-range it'll cripple most 'normal' 1.6 petrols and so-so-nearly keep up with the new dub diesels. Bit of fettling will see 140bhp.
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Living with it
Reliability
Its a diesel and it's a Peugeot. The best non common-rail diesel, capable of massive mileages and the body is galvanized. Is your 94 Astra/Escort rusty sir?
Image
I think they're a good looking car, esp for the money. The later (ph3) front end fits straight on if you wanted to update it a bit.
Comfort
Can't grumble here either. Good seats in the DT. Rattles but it's typically french. Tourque steer is plentiful though, esp if you fit bigger wheels. Get a non-sunroof model if you're tall.
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Security and Service
Security
Not all DTs had keypad immobilisers. More trouble than their worth in my opinion. Just get a decent Clifford or similar and you're laughing.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None. Keep it serviced regulary. It's dead easy to do and keeps everything tickadyboo.
Other
Brakes seem to shudder on all of them after a while. Just live with it or change the unworn disks every 6-months!
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