Peugeot 406 Coupe 1997

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bought 4.5 years old for under 7K -lovely. Massive boot too.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needed steering rack at 6yrs,Peugeot price £1200 (independent £300), Catalyst at 60k £130 (independent) tyres £45 not bad for a big car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Supple, superb handling not as bad to park as you may think.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Lower geared than saloon and hence a bit noisy. 2-litre a bit underpowered for a car this size but does keep running costs down.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only age related problems.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Heading for 8 years old and still gets admiring glances.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Even at this age still a good long distance car.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't use franchise dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Steering rack leaks at 55K. Cat failed at 60K.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes