2001 Peugeot 307 Rapier review from UK and Ireland
"A very economical, stylish and comfortable car that is let down by persistent niggles"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Very heavy steering when turning right and as a result my steering rack was replaced at 6,000 miles.
Constant problems with the steering on the car.
The anti- roll bar needed adjustment at 8,000 miles.
My indicator stalk will not stay on when turning right and inadvertently flashes the main beam.
The boot needed to be realigned after 7,000 miles after it "lifted" on one side.
Very poor fuel economy up to 8,000 miles, but this has now significantly improved.
General comments?
I find this car extremely comfortable to drive and find the layout to be extremely practical.
It needs a little more work in first gear, but it drives very well once it is slipped into second gear and above.
The car is surprisingly quiet for a diesel.
My 307 has now developed another strange steering fault. It is extremely light when starting the engine from cold, but after 10- 15 minutes, the steering seems to go much heavier.
Has anyone had similar problems with the steering, especially on the 2.0 HDi 90 model?
Fantastic dealer service- incidentally, not from where I purchased the vehicle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 HDI90 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Focus |
| Date of Entry | 21st April, 2003 |