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Peugeot 406 Phase I, 1995 3.0 24V (190 Hp)
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Peugeot 406:
The Peugeot 406 is a large family car that was produced by French automaker Peugeot between 1995 and 2004. Available in saloon, estate and coupé bodystyles with a choice of petrol or turbodiesel engines, the 406 replaced the Peugeot 405 in Peugeot's lineup, and was itself replaced by the Peugeot 407.
The styling of the 406 is heavily influenced by its predecessor, the 405, which began to be phased out from the 406's launch in September 1995, and eventually finished production in Europe in 1997, when the last estate models were discontinued. United Kingdom sales of the 406 began in February 1996....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Phase I, 1995 Overview:
Peugeot 406 (Phase I, 1995). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 24V (190 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship engine, offering smooth, strong V6 power and refinement, ideal for effortless cruising and spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
The least economical option, with higher fuel consumption expected, especially in urban environments and when driven dynamically.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality, typical of Peugeot
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Stylish and elegant design for its era
- • Good range of economical diesel engines
- • Strong V6 option for refined performance
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel dated compared to rivals
- • Handling can be less engaging than some German competitors
- • Older models may develop electrical gremlins
- • Fuel economy for larger petrol engines can be high
- • Limited rear headroom for very tall passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Phase I, 1995: 1995 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 406 |
| Generation: | Phase I, 1995 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 24V (190 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | XFZ ES9J4 More details about the engine XFZ ES9J4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.75 l |
| Coolant: | 9.6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4600 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1765 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1396 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front overhang: | 937 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 963 mm |
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