1996 Peugeot 306 XSi review from Netherlands
"Buy this instead of a Golf GTI"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Strange noise when opening and closing the right door. Repaired for 3 Euro (no kidding).
After adjusting the left seat you have make sure that it is locked, otherwise it will suddenly slide into the back position, no repairs needed.
General comments?
Great handling, makes every other car feel like a top-loaded supermarket trolley on ice.
The brakes are a bit weak.
The car is slightly too heavy. I expected better performance with 123 bhp.
Great styling, inside and outside.
Very reliable, relatively cheap to maintain (for a hothatch)
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| Great all-rounder, get one! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 8v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 54000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 69000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Peugeot 205 |
| Date of Entry | 1st June, 2001 |