Peugeot 306 Estate (97-02) - Review

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The 306 estate makes a good case for itself as a cost-effective and practical solution to everyday family motoring. The load area is a decent size and there's a wide range of engines and trim levels. And as it was launched in 1997, there's a wide range of plates, too, making it affordable to most budgets.
3 out of 5

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£11,595 - £16,620

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£405 - £2,198

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The 306 estate makes a good case for itself as a cost-effective and practical solution to everyday family motoring. The load area is a decent size and there's a wide range of engines and trim levels. And as it was launched in 1997, there's a wide range of plates, too, making it affordable to most budgets.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "All units are fairly lively and refined - even the diesels. 1.4 and 1.9D can be a bit breathless in..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "The 306 has a light chassis and offers a superb drive. There's an outstanding level of grip and good..."

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

    "The estate looks good and has a really useable amount of loadspace."

  • Equipment

    2.5 out of 5

    "1.4 models are the cheapest choice, but most have fairly basic specifications. The 1.4 is the most..."

  • 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

    "Plenty around 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 lots around so make sure yours is as clean and tidy..."

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