1983-1998 205 OverviewPeugeot 205 Overview (1983 - 1998)
1983 - 1998
Tech Specs Summary
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- 83 - 130 mph
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- 6.0 - 18.8 seconds
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- 41 - 197 hp
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- 19.3 - 49 mpg
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- 1,642 - 2,535 lbs
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- 7.6 - 19.9 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 10.2 - 38.8 ft3 (Hatchback)
The Peugeot 205 was produced by the French manufacturer Peugeot between 1983 - 1998. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 41 hp 1.1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 197 hp 1.8 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 205 is the Peugeot 205 T16 (Turbo 16) which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 hp and a power/weight ratio of 12.87 lb/hp it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Peugeot 205 XRD, XRD, GRD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 647 miles and can store 10.2-38.8 cubic feet of cargo.