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Peugeot 309 3C,3A facelift 1989 1.8 Diesel (60 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)
3C,3A facelift 1989 Overview:
Peugeot 309 (3C,3A facelift 1989). 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.
1.8 Diesel (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, focused purely on efficiency rather than acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Likely excellent fuel economy, typical for early diesel engines, ideal for long-distance savings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics, especially GTI models
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Wide range of economical engine options (especially diesels)
- • Robust and generally reliable mechanicals
- • Strong classic car appeal for GTI variants
Cons:
- • Safety features are basic by modern standards
- • Interior quality and design can feel dated
- • Prone to rust in certain areas (common for era)
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific components
- • Non-GTI models can feel underpowered by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(10C,10A: 1988 - 1989).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 309 |
| Generation: | 3C,3A facelift 1989 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 Diesel (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 161A XUD7 More details about the engine 161A XUD7 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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