Peugeot 306

Peugeot 306
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The Peugeot 306 is a five-seat sedan produced from 1993, powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 67 kW. It measures 4,199 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,171 kg, with a top speed of 180 km/h.

Technical data
ManufacturerPeugeot
ProductionFrom 1993
Body typeSedan
Kerb weight1,121 kg
Displacement1,632 cc
Top speed180 km/h
Dimensions and layout
Length4,155 mm
Width1,690 mm
Height1,367 mm
Seats5
Doors3

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Peugeot 306 (from registration data). 7 variants.

Engine variants for Peugeot 306
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.4 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“165 km/hโ€“โ€“
1.6 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“177 km/hโ€“โ€“
1.6 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“
1.8 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“177 km/hโ€“โ€“
1.9 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“
2.0 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“212 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.0 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

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Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 65% of Peugeot 306s pass their MOT test first time, based on 4,970 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Peugeot 306 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Peugeot recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Peugeot 306?
The Peugeot 306 has a rated top speed of 180 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Peugeot 306?
The Peugeot 306 is 4,155 mm long, 1,690 mm wide and 1,367 mm tall.
How much does the Peugeot 306 weigh?
The Peugeot 306 has a kerb weight of about 1,121 kg.
How many seats does the Peugeot 306 have?
The Peugeot 306 has 5 seats.