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Peugeot 406 Estate (1996-2004) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £14,345 - £24,225
Road tax cost £210 - £415
Insurance group 19 - 32
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 370 - 754 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Good to look at, even better to drive

CONS

Build standards don't match its most modern rivals.

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

If you’re looking for a modern saloon or estate that offers above average refinement and projects a mature, distinctive image, it’s hard to better the 406. Its strengths are class-leading standards of ride, comfort and handling, all wrapped up in spacious and attractive bodies. The scarce coupe is an exercise in understated elegance. If you can’t afford a 3-Series or C-Class but want something a cut above a Mondeo and Vectra, the 406 is a sound choice.