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Peugeot 207 SW 1.6 VTi (120 Hp) Automatic
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Peugeot 207:
The Peugeot 207 is a supermini car that was designed and produced by the French automaker Peugeot from 2006 to 2014. It was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2006, and entered production in April 2006, as the successor to the Peugeot 206. It shares the same platform with the Citroën C3.
The Peugeot 207 was replaced in April 2012 by the Peugeot 208, which is built on the same platform.
The 207 was launched in France, Spain, and Italy during April 2006, and later on in other markets in Europe and the Middle East. In January 2004, Peugeot decided not to manufacture the 207 in Ryton....(Read more on Wikipedia)
SW Overview:
Peugeot 207 (SW). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1260 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 195 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) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving, though the 4-speed automatic transmission can feel sluggish and impacts acceleration compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate at 7 l/100 km, acceptable for a petrol automatic of its era but not class-leading.
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) Automatic |
| 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: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 127 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1260 |
| Max. weight: | 1737 |
| Max load: | 477 |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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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