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Peugeot Partner I (Phase I) 1.9 D (70 Hp)
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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 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1206 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.9 s). The top speed reaches 142 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 D (70 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A workhorse diesel engine, offering modest performance with a focus on durability and low-end torque rather than speed. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for its time and vehicle class, making it a cost-effective choice for high-mileage users and commercial fleets.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I): 1996 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | Partner |
| Generation: | I (Phase I) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 D (70 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 37.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DW8 More details about the engine DW8 |
| Engine displacement: | 1868 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.75 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 142 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.2 kg/Hp, 58 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 103.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1206 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 634 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 624 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 70 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4110 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1870 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 [above average] |
| 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.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 175/70 R14; 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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