Peugeot 207 Review

See also the main fact sheets for the Peugeot 207.

High Points

 * Decent diesel
 * Nice manual transmission
 * Bigger than 206
 * Spacious cabin
 * 1.6 turbo a wonderfully refined unit with strong mid-range and lag-free delivery
 * GT a sharp handler
 * All engines are frugal and diesel drinks fuel like a hybrid

Low Points

 * Suspension (unsettling at low speed, crashy at high speed)
 * Electrically-assisted steering offers no real feel
 * Refinement
 * Packaging
 * Looks
 * Wind and tyre noise below class competitors
 * Jiggly ride over broken tarmac
 * Tiptronic still only four speeds

Gas Mileage
4.8L/100 km (HDi)

Safety
Safety rating

5 stars (EuroNCAP)

Interior and Comforts
The driver's seat cushion is comfortable but the backrest is short of support.

Boot capacity

923 litres (seats folded down)

Exterior
The honeycomb grille behind the Peugeot badge doesn't do anything.

Styles and Options
Glass roof: $1350 AUD in XT models