Peugeot 309 10C,10A 1.6 (75 Hp)


Overall Rating

7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

10C,10A Overview:

Peugeot 309 (10C,10A). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.4 l/100km). Weighing only 880 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.6 (75 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers adequate performance for daily driving and urban commutes, though not particularly sprightly. Suitable for occasional highway use.

Fuel Economy

Moderate fuel economy for its class, with better figures achievable on extra-urban cycles.

Best Use Case: Mixed driving (City/Suburban)

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Practical hatchback design with good boot space.
  • • Wide range of engines, including economical diesels and a potent GTI.
  • • Comfortable ride quality for its class.
  • • Generally robust mechanicals (especially XU engines).
  • • Good value for money on the used market.

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and materials by modern standards.
  • • Basic safety features compared to contemporary vehicles.
  • • Some models can suffer from electrical gremlins.
  • • Rust can be an issue on older, unmaintained examples.
  • • Entry-level engines are underpowered for highway use.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Peugeot
Model:309
Generation:10C,10A
Modification (Engine):1.6 (75 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1987
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power per litre:47.5 Hp/l
Torque:125 Nm @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:B1A XU51C
Engine displacement:1580
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5 l
Coolant:7.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:83 mm mm
Piston Stroke:73 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.65:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.4 sec
Maximum speed:167 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.7 kg/Hp, 85.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7 kg/Nm, 142 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:880
Max. weight:1310
Max load:430
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1279 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:397 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):800 kg
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:4051 mm mm
Width:1628 mm mm
Height:1380 mm mm
Wheelbase:2469 mm mm
Front track:1408 mm
Rear (Back) track:1376 mm
Front overhang:753 mm
Rear overhang:829 mm
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
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size165/70 R13
Wheel rims size13
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTorsion

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