Peugeot 309 1.9 GTi 5d (1990/G) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good, very underatted Hot Hatch, which is now getting collectable
Costs
Basic mechanics, no silly gadgets, cheap to maintain
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling, better balanced than 205GTi
Performance
Very good all the way through the rev range
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Living with it
Reliability
Never let me down in 8 years
Image
You either love it or hate it, but there isn't one on every street corner
Comfort
Not good on long journeys
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Security and Service
Security
No good compared to modern standards, get it well immobilised
Service
Peugeot dealers are excellent, always helpful even if you only need a mudflap badge
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No leaks or rattles after 147,000 miles
Other
Heater not as hot as it used to be
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