1997 Peugeot 406 GLX review from UK and Ireland
"A very good all round tourer and family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Damaged drivers door due to a manufacturing fault.
Numerous articles of trim have been replaced.
Drivers electric window sticks.
Gearbox failed at 45000 miles (synchro hubs worn on 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th).
CD autochanger constantly sticks.
General comments?
Based on the handling and performance for a diesel, this is a superb car to drive.
It is not particularly quick off the mark, but the mid range torque at low revs combined with a quiet and smooth engine make it very satisfying.
However, it is badly let down by its build quality and the local main dealer network does not impress at all.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.1 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 9000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 214SLI |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2001 |