Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
The French compact-class vehicle was one of the best-sellers in Europe and for a good reason. In its entire lifespan between 1993 and 2002 it was sold in nearly 3 million units. In 1997, the car went through a major facelift, which affected the design, engines, and interior.
The 306 GTI-6 was the top of the line trim and featured bucket seats, white dials for the tachometer and speedometer, a sporty steering-wheel and an enhanced suspension. Also, it had more safety features than other versions of the 306.
The base platform was kept the same, but the bumpers, headlights, and taillights were changed. One of the most noticeable changes was the introduction of the turn-signal indicators inside the headlights, instead of the outside location onto a different lamp. Light-alloy wheels were offered as standard on the higher trim levels and more powerful engines, like on the 306 Gti-6 version. It was the sportiest version of them all, and it was considered the true replacement for the older Peugeot 205 GTI, a rally-legend in its era.
The power came from a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine with four cylinders. The introduction of a twin-cam with 16 valves (DOHC system) led to 164 hp, which was a lot for that era. The 306 GTI-6 was the base model for the rally version 306-Maxi for the F2 category, which paved the way for the World Rally Championship title.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 6MT (163 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 119.9 KW @ 6500 RPM 163 HP @ 6500 RPM 161 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 142 lb-ft @ 5500 RPM 193 Nm @ 5500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/55VR15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.3 in (3995 mm) |
Width: | 66.6 in (1692 mm) |
Height: | 53.7 in (1364 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.6/56.7 in (1,463/1,440 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 101.6 in (2581 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.9 cuFT (337 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2504 lbs (1136 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3682 lbs (1670 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |