Peugeot 406 Saloon 1996

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Let down only by servicing costs and extremely poor dealership attitude.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Fuel economy isn't bad, but could get a BMW or Mercedes serviced cheaper.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable. Handling and roadholding very good.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not the quickest 2 litre around.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    1 pair of brake discs fitted by a dealer only lasted 8247 miles before they warped. Otherwise ok.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    Much better than Mondeo or Vectra. Designed as a 4 door saloon not a hatchback with a boot stuck on.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser and deadlocks standard. No alarm.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    The dealer I used wants loads of money for a second rate service.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Brake discs warped after 8247 miles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No