Peugeot 405 I (15B) 1.9 Injection (105 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

7.6 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.2 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Peugeot 405:

The Peugeot 405 is a large family car manufactured by the French automaker Peugeot from 1987 to 1997. Its production continued under license from outside Europe in Iran by Iran Khodro Company until 2020. It was voted European Car of the Year for 1988 by the largest number of votes in the history of the contest. About 2. 5 million vehicles have been sold worldwide, both in left and right drive versions, as a saloon and estate. In early 2020, the 33-year production run of the Peugeot 405 was counted as the "twentieth most long-lived single generation car in history. "....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (15B) Overview:

Peugeot 405 (I (15B)). With 144 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1045 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.4 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.9 Injection (105 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A smooth and refined engine with fuel injection, paired with an automatic gearbox for effortless cruising, though acceleration is moderate.

Fuel Economy

Fuel efficiency is decent for an automatic 1.9-liter petrol, offering a comfortable driving experience without excessive running costs.

Best Use Case: Comfort-Oriented Commuting / City

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
  • • Engaging handling, especially in MI-16 variants
  • • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options
  • • Practical and spacious sedan body style
  • • Distinctive and timeless Pininfarina design

Cons:

  • • Dated safety features compared to modern standards
  • • Interior plastics can feel flimsy on some trims
  • • Potential for rust on older, less maintained examples
  • • Parts availability for specific performance or older components can be challenging

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Peugeot
Model:405
Generation:I (15B)
Modification (Engine):1.9 Injection (105 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:1987
End of production:1992
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:105 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:55.1 Hp/l
Torque:144 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:DFZ XU9J1
Engine displacement:1905
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:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5 l
Coolant:6.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:83 mm mm
Piston Stroke:88 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.4:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.4 sec
Maximum speed:180 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10 kg/Hp, 100.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.3 kg/Nm, 137.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1045
Max. weight:1550
Max load:505
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:470 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1200 kg
Fuel tank capacity:70 l
Size:
Length:4408 mm mm
Width:1714 mm mm
Height:1406 mm mm
Wheelbase:2669 mm mm
Front track:1448 mm
Rear (Back) track:1441 mm
Front overhang:817 mm
Rear overhang:922 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.55 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTorsion

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