Peugeot 206

The Peugeot 206 is a subcompact automobile manufactured by the French manufacturer Peugeot since 1998.

Overview

The 206 was originally launched as a hatchback with 1.1, 1.4 and 1.6 litre petrol engines and a 1.9 litre turbocharged diesel engine. In 1999 a 2.0 GTI capable of 210 km/h as well as a tuned version of the GTI called the GTI 180, were was added to the range. In 2001, two more versions of the 206 were launched - the 206 CC (Coupé Cabriolet) with a folding steel roof and the 206 SW station wagon. A 4-door sedan version was unveiled in late 2005, and will be made available at the beginning of 2006 for the Eastern European, North African and Iranian markets.

The 206 is mainly manufactured in Peugeot's Poissy and Mulhouse factory although the car is also produced at Ryton in Coventry, England and by Iran Khodro in Iran for their respective markets.

The Peugeot 206 proved to be a sales success all over Europe. In 2002, it was the second best selling car in the UK. The 1.4 LX (now 1.4 SE) was the best-selling model.