1989-1999 605 OverviewPeugeot 605 Overview (1989 - 1999)
1989 - 1999
Tech Specs Summary
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- 118 - 146 mph
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- 6.3 - 13.1 seconds
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- 108 - 197 BHP
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- 24.8 - 44.1 mpg
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- 1,325 - 1,615 kg
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- 497 L
The Peugeot 605 was produced by the French manufacturer Peugeot between 1989 - 1999. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 108 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 diesel engine to a 197 BHP 3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension. However, some models have macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 605 is the Peugeot 605 3.0 24v V6 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 135 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 146 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Peugeot 605 2.1 dt is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 719 miles and can store 497 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 715 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,500 kg.