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Peugeot 405 I Break (15E) 1.9 D (64 Hp)
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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 Break (15E) Overview:
Peugeot 405 (I Break (15E)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 D (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The slowest diesel option, purely for those prioritizing maximum economy over any form of brisk performance.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, making it an incredibly inexpensive vehicle to fuel, albeit at a leisurely pace.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and compliant suspension
- • Spacious and highly practical estate body design
- • Engaging handling for a family car of its era
- • Wide selection of economical and durable diesel engines
- • Generally robust and reliable mechanicals
Cons:
- • Entry-level petrol engines can feel underpowered, especially when loaded
- • Interior materials and design are dated by modern standards
- • Lacks modern safety features (typical for its production period)
- • Finding specific replacement parts for older models can be challenging
- • Vulnerable to rust if not properly maintained
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (15B): 1987 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 405 |
| Generation: | I Break (15E) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 D (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | DJZ XUD9Y More details about the engine DJZ XUD9Y |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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