Peugeot 106 1.1 Independence 3d (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value for money, especially with free insurance for first year and free 6-month service.
Costs
Very, very cheap to buy. Gives 45 mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Nice to drive. Greatly improved on earlier models. Although it's only a 1.1, it is still fairly nippy.
Performance
OK in low revs (great for pulling away at lights) but disappointing on the motorway or high-speed roads.
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Living with it
Reliability
Extremely reliable. Only needs servicing every 20,000 miles. Superb for a supermini. Wiper blades do not last long though - I had to replace them after only 5 months (3000 miles).
Image
Nice in silver/blue. Looks stunning but original stereo is rubbish and tacky; I replaced mine within a week. Also desperately needs alloy wheels - once this is done they look great.
Comfort
Very comfortable although pedals are close together.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser (which you will never need to know you have). Windows are very thin - get a stoplock to feel safe and don't leave anything out.
Service
Fantastic; main dealer was very helpful.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
A bit underpowered on motorway but great in town.
Other
Brakes are not as good as they should be. There is a lot of travel on the pedals and the handbrake.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes