1997 Peugeot 406 LX TD review from UK and Ireland
"A practical, comfortable mile eater, but too thirsty and slow"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The speedometer sometimes dies or swings merrily to its stop. I have found that stopping the car and applying full lock clears this fault, so this indicates there is some loose connection rather than a fatal fault.
When cold there is a knocking from around the water pump area, this has been happening for a year and clears as soon as engine is up to temperature.
General comments?
The 406 is very comfortable and is equipped with power steering, air-conditioning, electric windows and airbags for driver and passenger.
The biggest disappointment is a flat performance compared to a 405 diesel and a worse fuel consumption, usually below 40 miles per gallon. My best has been 45 miles per gallon and the worst 34 miles per gallon.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 2002 |