Peugeot 306 Cabriolet (94-02) - Review

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The classy 306 cabriolet was the drop-top of choice for the mid-nineties sophisticate. Its Pininfarina-styled body looks classy and exudes a south-of-France charm. Not that many buyers are trading up to the 307CC or Renault Megane CC, prices are becoming increasingly realistic. Go for a 2.0-litre if you can, it's a more enjoyable drive than the 1.6.
3 out of 5

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£318 - £1,464

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The classy 306 cabriolet was the drop-top of choice for the mid-nineties sophisticate. Its Pininfarina-styled body looks classy and exudes a south-of-France charm. Not that many buyers are trading up to the 307CC or Renault Megane CC, prices are becoming increasingly realistic. Go for a 2.0-litre if you can, it's a more enjoyable drive than the 1.6.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "Three engines to choose from: a 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0. the 2.0-litre is the better choice, as it's punchy..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "You may notice the body flexing (what car nerds call scuttle shake) - but you'll get this on any..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3 out of 5

    "Rear legroom is adequate, as is headroom, but tall passengers are never quite at ease on a long..."

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

    "Electric roof mechanism eats into the storage space, but looks good when the metal opens to swallow..."

  • Equipment

    1.5 out of 5

    "Standard equipment was adequate for the time, but by modern standards, the 306 seems pretty spartan."

  • Behind the wheel

    4 out of 5

    "306's design dates back to the early Nineties, so the fascia design and choice of materials doesn't..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3.5 out of 5

    "Engines are reasonably economical, insurance costs are sensible, as are spares prices and servicing..."

  • Green credentials

    0 out of 5

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    2.5 out of 5

    "Three-star Euro NCAP rating and ABS was optional on most early cars. Standard across the range from..."

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

    "Generally good, apart from some niggling faults. Some cars are now 11 years old. Service history is..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    3.5 out of 5

    "Huge choice and a bewildering range of trim levels and equipment. Many were fleet cars when new so..."

  • Selling

    3 out of 5

    "Healthy demand at the right price, but there are hundreds around so make sure yours is as clean and..."

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