Peugeot 406 Saloon 1.8 LX 4d (AC) (96) (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value vs. a Mondeo. air con is a big plus, but get one with climate control if you can. Rear screen shade is a nice touch and helps keep the kids cool. Other than that not many toys - go for an executive!
Costs
Was getting 36mpg at first, but now about 30mpg
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On the road
Driving
Not really a driver's car. Handling is fairly average due to the soft suspension. Comfortable on motorways, but mine gets a little noisy (180k miles)
Performance
1.8 does the job, but that's about it
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Living with it
Reliability
140k when I bought it 2 years ago, now 180k and still going strong, so i'm going for an estate executive version next time!
Image
Dull, but a bit nicer than a similar aged Mondeo. Interior is unimpressive with authentic plastic wood
Comfort
A more adjustable seat would be nice, but the standard positioning is pretty good. View is good
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm on mine (I think a previous owner disabled it when it started playing up). Immobiliser + r/c/l
Service
Never been to a Peugeot garage. The independent garage I've been going to for years have no problems (and rate the car highly too!)
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Only engine work was a blocked fuel filter which caused loss of power. Cheap to get replaced. Starting to use a lot of oil now
Other
Electrics seem to be going a bit scatty (mirrors have packed in + needles jump around). N/ S window trim unstuck. Bottom of front door seals unstuck, but still effective
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