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Peugeot 406 Coupe 2.9

General information

ModelPeugeot 406 Coupe 2.9
Year1997
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2946 ccm (179.76 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.6 litres/100 km (27.35 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Transmission4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2946 ccm (179.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power194.00 PS (143 kW or 191 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque267.00 Nm (27.2 kgf-m or 196.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 82.6 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed228.0 km/h (141.7 mph)
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1416 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3750 litres (991 gallons)
Optional cargo space1540 litres (407 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringElectronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1370 kg (3,020.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1560 kg (3,439.2 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions181.9 g/km
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