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Peugeot 205 I (741A/C) 1.9 GTI (128 Hp)
Overall Rating
Peugeot 205:
The Peugeot 205 is a four-passenger, front-engine, supermini car manufactured and marketed by Peugeot over a sixteen-year production run from 1983 to 1999, over a single generation. Developed from Projet M24 and introduced on 25 February 1983, the 205 replaced the Peugeot 104 and the Talbot Samba, using major elements from their design. It won What Car?'s Car of the Year for 1984. It was also declared "car of the decade" by CAR Magazine in 1990. Peugeot stopped marketing the 205 in 1999 in favor of its new front-engined 206. The 106, which was introduced in 1991, effectively took over as Peugeot's smaller front-engined model in their lineup. The latter was developed as a close sibling of the Citroën AX, sharing many components and a platform that later evolved into the Citroën Saxo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (741A/C) Overview:
Peugeot 205 (I (741A/C)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 GTI (128 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Legendary hot hatch performance, offering exhilarating acceleration and superb handling. A true driver's car.
Fuel Economy
Decent economy for a performance car, but not its primary focus. Expect higher fuel consumption under spirited driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile handling and engaging driving experience
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines
- • Iconic design and strong classic appeal
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Excellent fuel economy on diesel and smaller petrol variants
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features (no NCAP rating)
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Interior quality is basic by modern standards
- • Some parts becoming harder to find for older models
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (741A/C) 3-door: 1983 - 1987).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 205 |
| Generation: | I (741A/C) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 GTI (128 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1987 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 128 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | D6B XU9JA More details about the engine D6B XU9JA |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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