MSRP:$1,500 – $3,500
The Peugeot 106 XRD brought diesel efficiency to Peugeot’s compact hatchback range, making it a practical option for drivers who valued economical everyday transportation. Its small footprint suited urban streets and tight parking spaces, while the lightweight body and uncomplicated front-wheel-drive layout helped keep the driving experience straightforward. The XRD’s appeal was less about speed or sporting flair and more about covering everyday distances with modest fuel consumption, combining the usefulness of a small hatchback with the durability-oriented character associated with a naturally aspirated diesel engine.
Produced from 1995 to 1996, the Peugeot 106 XRD used a naturally aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder diesel engine producing 54 hp and 70 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed manual gearbox sent power to the front wheels, while its reported 49 mpg US combined fuel economy made efficiency a central part of its appeal. With a top speed of 96 mph, the XRD delivered adequate performance for routine driving. Its simple mechanical layout and practical proportions reflected the priorities of economical European motoring in the mid-1990s.
Mini HatchbackGasoline111 Si
$1,500 – $3,500
59
hp
5
seats
38.6
mpg
Micro HatchbackGasolinesmart & pulse
$1,500 – $4,000
54
hp
2
seats
49
mpg
Mini HatchbackGasoline$2,500 – $4,000
54
hp
4
seats
36.2
mpg
Mini HatchbackGasoline$4,000 – $8,500
53
hp
5
seats
43.5
mpg
Small HatchbackGasoline1.2
$4,000 – $5,500
59
hp
4
seats
36.7
mpg
Small HatchbackGasoline316 GLSi
$1,000 – $2,000
94
hp
5
seats
28
mpg
Compact HatchbackGasoline1.2 SL
$2,000 – $4,000
67
hp
5
seats
28
mpg
Small HatchbackDieselDS
$4,000 – $7,000
57
hp
5
seats
42.8
mpg
