Peugeot 306 Hatchback 2.0 XSi 3d (1996/P) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Average on depreciation. Good 2nd hand value, though.
Costs
30-32mpg. Service intervals OK.
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On the road
Driving
Likes corners, like the 205 GTI. Little understeer, though.
Performance
For a warm hatch, fantastic - only GTI 6 better.
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Living with it
Reliability
Heavy on brakes. Doesn't let you down ever.
Image
Top marks. The looker of its generation.
Comfort
Bucket seats are too big. Go for leather if you can.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm, immobiliser and deadlocks good, keypad fiddly.
Service
My local dealer excellent. Car picked up and delivered.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Leaking back window seal.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes