Peugeot 307 Hatchback (01-07) - Review

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The 307 is larger and taller than the 306 it replaces with hatchback, estate, SW (compact MPV) and coupe convertible bodies. Winner of the European Car of the Year title in 2002, safety is improved, and there's a wide choice of engines. But the 307 is too expensive - new prices rival the VW Golf - and the cabin is neither as comfortable nor as well proportioned as the Golf's. Peugeot has countered with a bunch of special deals. Revisions in 2005 consists of a new front end treatment and revised range structure. Perhaps the most notable change however is the new electrical system which brings improved functionality and should hopefully address the unreliability issues.
3 out of 5

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New engines, better specification

Steering lacks feel, petrol models lack refinement.

The 307 is larger and taller than the 306 it replaces with hatchback, estate, SW (compact MPV) and coupe convertible bodies. Winner of the European Car of the Year title in 2002, safety is improved, and there's a wide choice of engines. But the 307 is too expensive - new prices rival the VW Golf - and the cabin is neither as comfortable nor as well proportioned as the Golf's. Peugeot has countered with a bunch of special deals. Revisions in 2005 consists of a new front end treatment and revised range structure. Perhaps the most notable change however is the new electrical system which brings improved functionality and should hopefully address the unreliability issues.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3 out of 5

    "All petrol engines (1.4, 1.6 and 2.0) are fairly lively, but a little unrefined. The 1.6 is the best..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "Doesn't feel as nimble as the 306 it replaces, because safety equipment and added comfort has..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3.5 out of 5

    "307 nods towards MPV styling, so there's plenty of headroom thanks to its high roofline (it's bit..."

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

    "Rear load area is capacious and deep, although access is compromised by the large rear light..."

  • Equipment

    3.5 out of 5

    "Well equipped for the class (it should be for the money), but options are expensive so look out for..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3 out of 5

    "Plenty of space for the driver, because of the MPV-like proportions. Driving position is highly..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    4 out of 5

    "Economical engines, especially from the frugal diesel models, reasonable insurance and relatively..."

  • Green credentials

    4.5 out of 5

    "307 scores very well on the eco front. With an average of 155 g/km CO2 across the range, its..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    3.5 out of 5

    "All models have six airbags including front and rear curtain bags. Four-star Euro NCAP rating is..."

  • Reliability

    2 out of 5

    "Unfortunately, 307 isn’t as reliable as you'd hope or expect. Although nothing major tends to go..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    3.5 out of 5

    "A wide range of outlets stock 307; Peugeot dealers, car supermarkets and online brokers. List prices..."

  • Buying used

    3.5 out of 5

    "A wide choice of cars, with plenty at car supermarkets and independent dealers. Many are ex-fleet..."

  • Selling

    3.5 out of 5

    "Reasonable demand but you'll be competing on price with the big supermarkets."

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