Peugeot 306 Hatchback 1993

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Had for 5 1/2 years - cost £6500 second-hand with less than 30,000 miles - now 165,000 miles.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    40-60mpg, 3 blow-ups plus genral wear and tear.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Best handling car I have driven so far. Fun to drive like a big Mini.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite sprightly for a diesel if you rev it hard.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    If you can, go for a FSH car and ALWAYS check the coolant. I've had 3 heater matrices and head gaskets blow, partly caused by a blocked radiator.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad looker, but mine is covered in little bumps and scratches.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great comfort, but seats get a little itchy after a long drive. Poor for kipping in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No one's nicked it yet, but someone has stolen the passenger side lock.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    3 heater matrices, 3 head gaskets, 1 radiator and numerous pipework blows.

    Other

    2 sets of brake discs.

    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