"Peugeot 206" was a wonderful car at the time and was in great demand among a fair half of motorists. Small and maneuverable, it was a great gift for a lady. We offer to study the owners reviews of the Peugeot 206 2008, the characteristics and equipment options of this small and peppy low-speed vehicle.
Acquaintance
The hero of the article is Peugeot 206 1.4 MT, reviews of which will be presented later. The body of this vehicle is made of high quality metal that is not subject to corrosion. Peugeot 206 is a super mini-car, which was produced from 1998 to 2010.
The disadvantage is the low clearance and the dangling bumper, if it has been subjected to mechanical stress. And this happens often, since the front overhang of the car is large, and the bumper is quite low. If a lady is driving this French car, it is fraught with big problems for the bumper.
206 is considered the most popular Peugeot model in France. It was produced in such versions:
- three doors
- five doors
- cabriolet,
- station wagon.
It is also worth paying attention to the version of Sedan, which is very rare in our country. The sports version of the S16 (almost 140 horses) appeared in 2000, and in 2003 the RC version (almost 180 horses) was released, two versions of which were appreciated by fans of various sports.
The length of the Peugeot 206 is 3.84 m. It is 5 cm shorter than the Polo IV (2001-2005) and 12 cm compared to the Fabia (2000-2007), but it is 3 cm longer than the Renault Clio 2 (1998-2004) or even 12 cm compared to Citroën Saxo (1996-2003).
Trunk volume is 260 liters. These figures are good enough for a city car. It is 10 liters less than the Polo IV (2001-2005), but it is more than a 10-liter Ford.
Available engines for the Peugeot 206 range from 1.1 to 60 hp. 2.0 S16 175 HP and can be gasoline, diesel and gas.
Features of a complete set
In addition to the five-door hatchback, the Peugeot 206 2008, whose owner reviews we examine in the article, also includes beautiful and attractive sedans and roomy station wagons.
The Peugeot 206 is available with fuel-efficient engines in a power range from 1.4 liters to 1.6 liters.
1.4-liter engine with 75 hp Designed for use in urban areas. A 1.6-liter engine with 110 hp differs in more powerful characteristics. Both the first and second models can be equipped with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission with power to the front wheels.
A feature of the car are the power pads of the front seat belts and the presence of a double airbag.
Specifications
Studying owners reviews about Peugeot 206 2008, it is important to consider its technical characteristics:
- 1.4-liter 4-Cyl engine; 1.6-liter 4-Cyl;
- power 75 and 110 hp;
- torque of 118 Nm and 147 Nm;
- gearbox - automation and mechanics.
Exterior and interior
The design of the car Peugeot 206 1.4 MT 2008 sedan, the reviews of which we consider below, is quite aggressive due to tilted headlights, a bump with a black lining and a dynamic fast silhouette. Inside the Peugeot is quite spacious, and the interior is designed in such a way that the car can carry goods up to 2.2 meters long.
The interior can be trimmed with either fabric or leather upholstery. It is simple, but at the same time with a certain “twist”, presented in excellent proportions between practicality and creativity, when the latter does not interfere with the former. The insulation is pleasant, the sound of the engine is heard only at high speeds, so the movement will be silent and comfortable.
Optics
The headlights of the Peugeot 206 2008, the reviews of which we study in the article, are very bright. Their light is more than enough. Deficiencies of fog lamps, in which moisture enters and dirt accumulates, are noted. The sense of fog as a lighting device will be small. The reason for this is the lack of tightness of the pockets in the fenders, in which the fog lamps are placed.
Engine
Consider, for example, a 1.4 liter gasoline engine of a simple type. It contains:
- timing belt drive;
- Power Steering;
- Manual Transmission.
This is a complete set in which breakdowns rarely occur. Unless the reviews of the owners about the Peugeot 206 2008 indicate the need to often change the oil. But this can happen in winter due to cold starts. Then you need to take more oil in order to start the engine soon. The engine of the old type is tested and reliable, does not show the complexity of the character. Car enthusiasts who were fortunate enough to use the Peugeot 206 claim that they will not have to look under the hood so often.
Suspension
Suspension features are noteworthy. At the front, everything is traditional, while at the back is a torsion beam. Quite capricious thing. The beam is equipped with needle bearings and bushings of a complex type of design. It is easy to determine if the rear suspension is in order. How is this possible?
Owner reviews about the Peugeot 206 report a possible wheel camber, which is visible to the naked eye. They creep out at a certain angle, which indicates a breakdown of the torsion beam and breakage of the rear suspension. This expensive part is recommended to be replaced as a whole. A primitive way out of the situation is to grind the caprolon sleeve. This problem is completely solvable; this disadvantage should not be considered fundamental.
The sedan is characterized by good driving performance:
- nicely managed;
- confidently holds speed;
- maneuverable.
Trunk
In the capacious compartment of the trunk, you can place a lot of things, right up to the shovel. The problem is the gas tank hatch, the opening of which is carried out using a key. Despite the simplicity of such actions, the key may not get out of the compartment. Then you will need to close the gas tank hatch. Therefore, you need to take the entire structure with you to the gas station and close it after each infusion of a portion of gasoline.
Salon
Manufacturers of the Peugeot 206 1.4 MT 2008, the reviews of which are indicated here, took good care of the interior design with high-quality materials. Despite the duration of the vehicle, scuffs occur infrequently. Of course, such indicators depend on the accuracy of handling the elements of decoration.
Salon in French is beautiful and elegant, there are comfortable niches to accommodate small things. Quite a lot of seat settings:
- adjustment up and down;
- back and forth;
- there are buttons of electric windows;
- mirrors are adjusted manually.
The glove compartment of the car is the largest among cars of this class. There is no on-board computer, but there is a radio station and air conditioning that provides a favorable climate in any season.
Devices are read normally due to the hanging orange backlight, which was popular during the creation of the car model.
The interior of the car in front is quite pleasant and spacious, which pleases passengers who are not sitting in the front seats. You can move in front with comfort, which can not be said about the rear seats. A long road will not bring joy to a tall man, he will be quite crowded.
The head unit also has steering wheel controls, which are located on the steering column. It is easy to press to switch the radio station, so the need for the steering column switch is not entirely rational.
Machine
Reviews of the Peugeot 206 can be found in the fair sex. It is for them that the vehicle is most suitable.
The presence of automatic transmission complicates the management of the vehicle. Technically, the car is rather mediocre - French cars are prone to problems with the automatic transmission. It’s better to choose a mechanic.
Automatic Peugeot has three modes:
- standard;
- winter;
- climate control.
Car owners recommend choosing cars with a manual gearbox, since in the event of automation failure, it becomes necessary to replace expensive valves. Due to the lack of protection, moisture enters the engine belt, and the roller starts to “whistle” loudly.
To summarize
The first model year of this car was 1998, and the last - 2012. The vehicle was very popular among motorists and motorists and has been produced safely for 14 years.
The appearance and quality of the machine deserve a solid four on a five-point rating system. Car owners are talking about some problems with the rear beam. The price category of the vehicle in the configuration of the sedan is available for ordinary motorists. Many say that in a car it is more comfortable to move in the front seats.
The vehicle considered in the article is suitable for family trips in urban areas. The car consumes 6-7 liters of gasoline on the highway, even if you do not drive too fast. Maintenance of the machine is not expensive. Maintenance should be carried out every 20,000 km or every year.