Peugeot 406 Coupe Information.
Peugeot 406 Coupé (97-03)
Pros - Looks like a sexy Italian
Cons - 2.0 is too slow
Summary
The 406 coupé's refined and dignified looks lend it mini-Ferrari status; it's good to drive, residuals are reasonably high and it compares well against its nearest competitors, the Hyundai Coupé and Toyota Celica.
Performance
Four engines were offered, 2.0 is the entry-level unit, which is acceptable, but can be a bit noisy when pushed hard. 2.2 petrol gives a good mix between performance and economy. 3.0V6 is smooth, quick and refined, if a little thirsty. Some buyers may be surprised to find such an attractive car has a diesel option: a 2.2 HDi. It's punchy, refined and offers useful economy.
Handling
The Coupe make good tourers but aren´t that well suited to town driving.
Practicality
The 406 has a surprisingly large boot for a Coupe - it easily accommodates a weekend's worth of luggage or a set of Golf Clubs. It also seats two adults at the rear in snug comfort.
Technical Specs 3.0 SE Manual
General
- Production: 24 Aug 2001 until 01 May 2003
- Length: 4615 mm
- Width: 1780 mm
- Height: 1354 mm
- Weight: 1458 kg
- Fuel Delivery: Multi point fuel injection
- Transmission: Manual
- Gears: 5 Speed
- Engine Size: 2946 cc
- Cylinders: 6
- 0-60 mph: 7.5 s
- Power Output: 198/210 bhp
- Valves: 24
- Torque: 284 Nm
- Torque: 209 lb/ft
- Top Speed: 149 mph
- Braked Towing Weight: 1200 Kg
- Wheelbase: 2700 mm
- Luggage Capacity: 390 litres
- TurningCircle: 11 m
- Fuel Capacity: 70 litres
- Noise levels: 71 dB
- MPG: 28
- Insurance Group: 18
- Euro Emissions Standard: 4
- CO2 Emissions: 238 g/km
- Road Tax (VED)
- Full Year: £165
- Half Year: £90
- Band: D