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Peugeot 309 (10C,10A) 3-door 1.9 GTI (130 Hp)
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Peugeot 309:
The Peugeot 309 is a small family car that was manufactured between 1985 and 1994 in France, England and Spain by PSA Peugeot Citroën. It was originally intended to be badged as a Talbot and, as development progressed, to be called the Talbot Arizona.
It was the replacement for the Talbot Horizon, which had started life as a Chrysler in Britain and a Simca in France, and was also being built in several guises for the market in America. In 1985, the PSA Group decided to discontinue the Talbot brand, with the last passenger vehicle branded as a Talbot to be launched being the Samba of 1981, and to market the car as a Peugeot instead....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(10C,10A) 3-door Overview:
Peugeot 309 ((10C,10A) 3-door). With 161 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 909 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8 s). The top speed reaches 206 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 GTI (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The performance king of the range, offering exhilarating acceleration and a truly hot-hatch experience for its era. A driver's car.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance; expect higher consumption, especially when driven enthusiastically.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent handling, especially in GTI models
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Generally robust and simple mechanicals
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Dated safety features (pre-Euro NCAP)
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior quality can be basic on lower trims
- • Susceptible to rust in older models
- • Carburettor engines require more maintenance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(10C,10A: 1985 - 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 309 |
| Generation: | (10C,10A) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 GTI (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 161 Nm @ 4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XU9JA More details about the engine XU9JA |
| Engine displacement: | 1905 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.0 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.0 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 206 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 143 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 177.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 909 |
| Max. weight: | 1350 |
| Max load: | 441 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1279 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 397 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4051 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1628 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1408 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1376 mm |
| Front overhang: | 753 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 829 mm |
| 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 | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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