Peugeot 206 Sedan (2006)

With an overall length of 4.188 m and a width of 1.655 m, it has a wheelbase of 2.442 m.
Compared to the 3 or 5-door hatchback versions, the increase in overall length (+ 353 mm) is due solely to the extension of the rear overhang, which is increased to 961 mm instead of 608 previously.
This increase is dedicated entirely to increasing the capacity of the boot which, measuring 245 dm3 VDA on the hatchback, rises to 384 dm3 VDA on the 206 Sedan (+ 139 dm3 VDA).

Similarly, the length of the boot floor with the seats not folded increases to 984 mm (+ 235 mm) and, folded, to 1 475 mm, or a length of nearly one and a half metres.

This 206 Sedan not only creates an impression of space and volume; its modern architecture gives it a truly generous load capacity which is both easy and convenient to use.

Structure

Without altering in any way the mechanical characteristics of the 3 or 5-door hatchback models, the structure of the 206 sedan has the same ability to protect its occupants in the event of a serious collision. For example, under its different « exterior » there is a one-piece steel structure that has a full anti-corrosion treatment.

The engine compartment common to all 206s consists mainly of large chassis legs, on each of which, at the front, there are crumble zones intended to dissipate energy in the event of an impact (up to a load of 4.5 t).The presence of a short sub-frame strengthens the front assembly at the level of the bulkhead, while the almost vertical position of the power train frees up absorption space between the engine and the bulkhead, a configuration that also helps to ensure optimal protection for passengers.

On either side of the car, the one-piece body side panel is new and incorporates the rear quarter panel, the rear wing and connections with the roof, itself redesigned, as well as the boot surround and rear windscreen. In addition, a rear parcel shelf manufactured from steel plate connects the rear quarter panel pillars and supports anchorage points for the outer rear seat belts.
This parcel shelf also helps to ensure excellent acoustic insulation between the passenger compartment and the boot.

For the passenger compartment, the body sides are braced by numerous cross members, for example between the outer side members and the central tunnel, which is itself lined, and also on three levels in the upper part of the bulkhead and at the top of the front and rear windscreens, the rear parcel shelf, and lastly under the rear passengers on the rear suspension assembly.

The four doors have longitudinal reinforcements and padding (front doors) which, with a generously dimensioned 'B/C' post, contributes to the excellent protection afforded to passengers.

The rear floor, its length increased by 353 mm, receives a U-shaped spare wheel tray. At the rear, the entrance to the boot is reinforced by a cross member that connects the end of each side member.

In terms of passive safety the design and assembly of the structure of the 206 Sedan, offers a high level of rigidity, enabling it to protect its occupants and also to exploit the full potential of its suspension.

In addition, passengers are protected by two front air bags and pretensioning seat belts with force limiters. Each of the three rear passengers benefits from 3-point inertia reel seat belts.

Engines

The 206 Sedan is available with two 4-cylinder petrol injection engines - the TU3 with a capacity of 1360 cm3 and the TU5 with a capacity of 1586 cm3. These modern engines feature multi-point injection technology and have a toothed timing belt drive for the camshafts - one overhead camshaft and eight valves for the TU3A - two overhead camshafts and 16 valves for the TU5JP4. Both engines are also capable of operating on fuels with different octane ratings.

For example, the TU3A develops a maximum power of 55 kW (around 75 bhp) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 120 Nm at 3400 rpm regardless of the fuel used.

According to the octane rating being used, the TU5JP4 engine, adapted to various situations, develops 80 kW at 5800 rpm (around 110 bhp) while with an octane rating below RON 95 it develops 78 kW (around 105 bhp) at 5600 rpm.
Torque values are respectively 147 Nm or 142 Nm at 4000 rpm.

These engines with integral electronic management meet regulations in force in the different countries in which they are sold, particularly the Euro 4 standard.

Transmission

Both engines are available with a MA5 manual 5-speed gearbox.With the 1.6 litre engine it is possible also to choose an automatic gearbox with electronic management and four speeds (AL4). All gearboxes are maintenance-free.

The MA5 gearbox has a different set of gear ratios depending on the engine with which it is fitted and thus provides power and torque characteristics specific to each engine. Operated manually by means of a gear lever mounted on the centre console, the gearbox also has a device which prevents the driver from accidentally engaging reverse gear when changing from fifth to fourth.

With the engine running on low octane fuel, a low ratio final drive gear is fitted to facilitate moving off and acceleration.

The AL4 automatic gearbox is managed electronically in conjunction with the engine. It can be used in an entirely automatic mode (gear lever positioned in D), or in « Porsche Tiptronic System » sequential mode with the lever positioned on the sequential control position (+ -).This AL4 gearbox also features two special programs, Sport and Snow, which can be activated simply by pressing a button corresponding to the required program. In Sport mode the driver can exploit the capacity of the engine to the full (more dynamic driving) while in Snow mode it is possible to move off in a controlled manner and therefore more easily under conditions of low or very low adherence.

Suspension

The 206 sedan benefits from the traditional and recognised suspension know-how applied by Peugeot throughout its range.

For the suspension, the specification includes at the front two McPherson type struts and lower wishbones with a linked anti-roll bar. Each front strut mounting is composed of a helical spring and a concentric damper. At the rear, two rear suspension arms, two torsion bars, and two inclined dampers and, as on the 206 SW and RC, two tie rods ensure optimum control of the rear wheel suspension geometry.

To satisfy tougher than usual driving conditions (CRD), the basic specification of the 206 sedan includes the following special features:

+ A 20 mm increase in the ground clearance and overall height of the car, obtained by increasing the height of the springs.
+ Re-positioning of the damper bump stops.

In addition to these special features, there is a « protection » plate fitted under the power train.

The dual circuit vacuum-servo braking system of the 206 sedan is of course adapted to the performance of each of the two proposed engines.

With the 1.4 litre engine, the front brake discs have a diameter of 247 mm and a thickness of 13 mm. At the rear, drums with a diameter of 8 inches complete the system.

The performance of the 1.6 litre engine sees disc brakes mounted at the front and at the rear.
The diameter of the ventilated front discs is 266 mm with a thickness of 22 mm while at the rear, non-ventilated discs have been used (247 mm discs with a thickness of 8 mm).

XT versions receive as standard an anti-lock braking system (ABS) as well as emergency brake assist (EBA). During emergency braking, ABS preserves the car's direction and stability, while EBA authorises maximum braking assistance, and therefore efficiency, as swiftly as possible in emergency situations. Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) on each wheel also ensures the car's stability under all circumstances.

During severe braking, the hazard warning lights come on automatically and are switched off either by accelerating away or by pressing the hazard warning light switch.

As on all 206s, the 206 sedan is equipped with rack and pinion steering with hydraulic power assistance.

Main equipment

The 206 sedan represents an attractive addition to the range and is available in XR and XT trim levels.To meet as many different customer expectations as possible, clear and consistent crossovers have been made available between the two levels.

For example, the XR level is uniquely equipped with the TU3A engine with a manual gearbox, while the XT level is available with both the TU3A engine with a manual gearbox and with the TU5JP4 engine with either a manual or automatic gearbox.
Standard equipment offered with all 206 sedans includes the following:

Exterior style
+ Sport front bumper and front fog lights.

Safety
+ Driver's SMART 60 litre air bag
+ Passenger SMART 90 litre air bag
+ Active front seat belts (pretensioning)
+ Three 3-point rear seat belts

Comfort
+ Power steering
+ Height-adjustable steering wheel
+ Electric front windows
+ Remote central door locking
+ Automatic drive away locking
+ 1/3 - 2/3 folding rear bench seat
+ Radio CD with remote controls under the steering wheel + two speakers and two tweeters

With its elegant style and practical features, reinforced by its generous load capacity, the 206 sedan combines proven, high-performance engineering with a suspension that ensures a high level of active safety, backed up by safety and comfort equipment generally reserved for cars of a higher segment.
This represents a highly attractive offer for a wide but increasingly demanding customer base.