Peugeot 106 (91-03) - Review

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The best supermini of the early 1990s, the Peugeot 106 was developed from the Citroën AX and shares much with the Saxo. It offered robust construction, excellent ride and refinement for its time, plus superb fuel economy and lots of driver satisfaction. A wide choice of cars at affordable prices means it's near the top of the used supermini league. The revised range from mid-1996 is topped by the exciting 1.6 16v GTi.
4 out of 5

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£6,141 - £12,915

Used price range:

£154 - £2,463

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Smooth ride, economical, fun to drive

Tight in the back and very dated

The best supermini of the early 1990s, the Peugeot 106 was developed from the Citroën AX and shares much with the Saxo. It offered robust construction, excellent ride and refinement for its time, plus superb fuel economy and lots of driver satisfaction. A wide choice of cars at affordable prices means it's near the top of the used supermini league. The revised range from mid-1996 is topped by the exciting 1.6 16v GTi.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3.5 out of 5

    "There’s a good selection of engines, from the humdrum, yet frugal 1.0-litre to the genuinely quick..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "Feels raw, direct and basic which bizarrely makes the base models feel crude and the sporty ones..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    2 out of 5

    "Not bad in the front, but not enough rear legroom. Often found carrying three (or more) teenage boys..."

  • Practicality

    2.5 out of 5

    "Adequate boot space so long as you aren't taking three windsurfing mates on holiday. Split-fold rear..."

  • Equipment

    1.5 out of 5

    "Confusing model range, made even worse by a load of special editions that still weren't especially..."

  • Behind the wheel

    2.5 out of 5

    "106 feels light years behind latest models from behind the wheel. The cabin looks tired and finding..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

    "Much of 106’s appeal is its cheap insurance (group three for 1.0-litre), reasonable fuel economy..."

  • Green credentials

    0 out of 5

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    1.5 out of 5

    "ABS optional after 1996, stronger bodyshell and standard-fit driver's airbag from same time."

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

    "106 is generally well-built, but older cars are certainly beginning to show their age. Consequently,..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    4.5 out of 5

    "Post 1996 cars are stronger, better equipped and cheap to buy. Check the log book for signs of a..."

  • Selling

    3.5 out of 5

    "There’s strong demand so you'll sell it easily but don't expect to get a fortune for it - Saxo..."

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