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Peugeot 405 I (15B) 1.6 (88 Hp)
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Peugeot 405:
The Peugeot 405 is a large family car manufactured by the French automaker Peugeot from 1987 to 1997. Its production continued under license from outside Europe in Iran by Iran Khodro Company until 2020. It was voted European Car of the Year for 1988 by the largest number of votes in the history of the contest. About 2. 5 million vehicles have been sold worldwide, both in left and right drive versions, as a saloon and estate. In early 2020, the 33-year production run of the Peugeot 405 was counted as the "twentieth most long-lived single generation car in history. "....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (15B) Overview:
Peugeot 405 (I (15B)). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (88 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An improved 1.6-liter petrol, offering a noticeable boost in power over the 75hp version, making it more versatile for mixed driving.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a small petrol engine, balancing daily usability with reasonable running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Engaging handling, especially in MI-16 variants
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options
- • Practical and spacious sedan body style
- • Distinctive and timeless Pininfarina design
Cons:
- • Dated safety features compared to modern standards
- • Interior plastics can feel flimsy on some trims
- • Potential for rust on older, less maintained examples
- • Parts availability for specific performance or older components can be challenging
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 405 |
| Generation: | I (15B) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (88 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | BDY XU5M2Z |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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