2006 Peugeot 407 Coupe review from Australia and New Zealand
"Ridiculously overpriced"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
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General comments?
This is a test drive report for a vehicle that I had waited almost 9 months to arrive in Australia, having test driven the 407 in sedan/touring forms with 2.2L, 3.0L petrol and 2.0L HDi versions.
The coupe verdict? The 2.7 was too fresh (tight) to perform, but I was impressed. However, Peugeot have seriously overestimated the grandeur of this vehicle in relation to their asking price (AUD83k drive away). As a coupe its way too big, but then the rear boot is pathetic, the open aperture lucky to swallow a decent suitcase. No factory sunroof is disappointing. Fantastic sound deadening, but noted the engine bay lining is not suited to longevity if you're buying it for long term. Its simply not worth the introduction recommended price by a long shot, you'd be mad not to consider German alternatives.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2006 |
| Year of manufacture | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7L V6 HDi Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
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| Previous car | Holden Vectra |
| Date of Entry | 9th April, 2006 |