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Peugeot 205 I (741A/C) 1.1 (50 Hp)
Overall Rating
Peugeot 205:
The Peugeot 205 is a four-passenger, front-engine, supermini car manufactured and marketed by Peugeot over a sixteen-year production run from 1983 to 1999, over a single generation. Developed from Projet M24 and introduced on 25 February 1983, the 205 replaced the Peugeot 104 and the Talbot Samba, using major elements from their design. It won What Car?'s Car of the Year for 1984. It was also declared "car of the decade" by CAR Magazine in 1990. Peugeot stopped marketing the 205 in 1999 in favor of its new front-engined 206. The 106, which was introduced in 1991, effectively took over as Peugeot's smaller front-engined model in their lineup. The latter was developed as a close sibling of the Citroën AX, sharing many components and a platform that later evolved into the Citroën Saxo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (741A/C) Overview:
Peugeot 205 (I (741A/C)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.1 (50 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Marginally improved performance over the 1.0L, suitable for light city and suburban use.
Fuel Economy
Very economical for its class, ideal for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile handling and engaging driving experience
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines
- • Iconic design and strong classic appeal
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Excellent fuel economy on diesel and smaller petrol variants
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features (no NCAP rating)
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Interior quality is basic by modern standards
- • Some parts becoming harder to find for older models
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 205 |
| Generation: | I (741A/C) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1 (50 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1987 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 50 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | 109F XW7 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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