Peugeot Partner I (Phase I) 1.4 (75 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.9 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Peugeot Partner:

The Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Partner are a range of minivans produced since 1996 and marketed under the Citroën and Peugeot marque. They are sold as light commercial vehicles or as a passenger multi-purpose-vehicle variant with rear seats and windows. They were initially a product of the French PSA Group, which later became part of the multinational Stellantis conglomerate. The third generation has also been sold under the Opel and Vauxhall Motors marques as the Combo, by Toyota as the Proace City from 2019, and by Fiat as the Doblò from 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (Phase I) Overview:

Peugeot Partner (I (Phase I)). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1140 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.4 (75 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

An adequate petrol engine for city driving and lighter loads, offering slightly better acceleration than the 1.9D but still far from sporty.

Fuel Economy

Acceptable fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size and era, though not as frugal as the diesel option for longer journeys.

Best Use Case: City driving, short commutes, light passenger transport, and users preferring petrol engines for smoother operation.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional cargo space and practicality for its class
  • • Robust and reliable engine options, especially the diesel
  • • Affordable to buy and maintain
  • • Versatile for both commercial and family use
  • • Dangel 4x4 variant offers unique off-road capability

Cons:

  • • Basic interior design and materials
  • • Modest performance across all engine options
  • • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards
  • • Ride comfort can be firm, especially when unladen
  • • Noise levels can be high at highway speeds

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Peugeot
Model:Partner
Generation:I (Phase I)
Modification (Engine):1.4 (75 Hp)
Start of production:1996
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Minivan
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre:55.1 Hp/l
Torque:120 Nm @ 3400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:KFX TU3JP
Engine displacement:1360
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:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:3 l
Coolant:8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:75 mm mm
Piston Stroke:77 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC):7.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC):8.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC):6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:17.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:17.5 sec
Maximum speed:150 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:15.2 kg/Hp, 65.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.5 kg/Nm, 105.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:16.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1140
Max. weight:1740
Max. roof load:100 kg
Max load:600
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:2800 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:624 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):900 kg
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:500 kg
Permitted towbar download:70 kg
Size:
Length:4110 mm mm
Width:1720 mm mm
Height:1870 mm mm
Wheelbase:2690 mm mm
Width including mirrors:1960 mm
Front track:1420 mm
Rear (Back) track:1440 mm
Front overhang:820 mm
Rear overhang:600 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.55 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/65 R14; 175/70 R14; 185/65 R15
Wheel rims size14; 15
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

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