Parkers summary:
The 307 has much to live up to. The 306 was one of the best small family ranges thanks to its excellent dynamics, sturdy build and practical layout. 307 models are larger with hatchback-cum-people carrier looks, and offer improved safety features and an excellent choice of both petrol and diesel units. But 307 is not a cheap choice - new prices rival the VW Golf - and the cabin is neither as comfortable nor as well proportioned as the Golf's.
Feels well build, and all except the basic cars are well equipped; still scarce on the second-hand market, so values likely to remain steady for a while.
Build quality is much improved over the fragile 306; correct servicing will be very important to assure reliability.
Chassis shows that Peugeot has lost none of its dynamic ability; the extra length and wider track give the car excellent body control; steering not as communicative as the 306's
Feels well build, and all except the basic cars are well equipped; still scarce on the second-hand market, so values likely to remain steady for a while.
The 307 feels unsettled at low speeds and the ride is poor; the rear headroom is at a premium for such a tall car; front and rear legroom is excellent; rear load area is both capacious and deep, although access is compromised by the large rear light clusters.
All models have 6 airbags including front and rear curtain bags, and ABS with EBFD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution). Likely to score well in future Euro NCAP crash tests.
Effective immobiliser and deadlocks from Rapier models upwards; alarm with remote control central locking and deadlocks are only standard on the XSI and D-Turbo.
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