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Peugeot 207 SW 1.6 VTi (120 Hp)
Overall Rating
SW Overview:
Peugeot 207 (SW). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1227 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Peugeot 207 (hatchback, applicable to SW) achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, demonstrating strong structural integrity and effective safety features for its time.
1.6 VTi (120 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a lively and responsive driving experience with good acceleration (9.6 seconds to 100 km/h), making it enjoyable for varied conditions.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy at 6.3 l/100 km for a petrol engine of this power, a good balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical boot for its class
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Good range of efficient diesel engines
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating for adult occupants
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered or thirsty
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Automatic gearbox is old-fashioned and impacts performance/economy
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat restricted
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(CC: 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 207 |
| Generation: | SW |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 VTi (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 5FW EP6 [Same engine] More details about the engine 5FW EP6 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1227 |
| Max. weight: | 1705 |
| Max load: | 478 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1258 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 337 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1150 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4156 mm mm [119mm more] |
| Width: | 1748 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1527 mm mm [130mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1818 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1972 mm |
| Front track: | 1467 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1461 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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