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Peugeot · model year 1991
1991 Peugeot 405 Sedan
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 1991 Peugeot 405 Sedan is a compact car with front-wheel drive, a 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic. Its EPA rating is 20 MPG combined, with 18 city and 23 highway. The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $3350, and tailpipe CO2 is 444.35 grams per mile.
Good to know
- Front-wheel drive
- Four-speed automatic transmission
- 23 MPG highway rating
- Compact-car body and class
Watch for
- 20 MPG combined rating
- 18 MPG city rating
- $3350 EPA annual fuel-cost figure
- 444.35 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact gasoline sedan Those who prefer front-wheel drive and an automatic
Choose the 405 Sedan if compact size, front-wheel drive, and a four-speed automatic matter more to you than low fuel use. Its 20 MPG combined rating gives a clear expectation for mixed trips, and the 18 MPG city result points to higher consumption in urban driving. The 23 MPG highway figure is somewhat more favorable, but the EPA annual fuel-cost figure remains $3350. This is a practical fit for someone comfortable with an older gasoline sedan's running costs.
What it is
This 1991 Peugeot is a compact sedan powered by gasoline. It uses front-wheel drive, a 1.9 L four-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic transmission. You can place it alongside other Peugeot cars when considering the brand's older models.
The numbers
The figure to plan around is 20 MPG combined. The EPA city rating is 18 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 23 MPG.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $3350. Tailpipe emissions are listed at 444.35 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
The 23 MPG highway figure is 5 MPG higher than the 18 MPG city figure. The combined rating of 20 MPG gives one number for mixed driving, while the separate ratings show how the sedan's estimate changes by road type.
Who it suits
This sedan suits a driver looking for a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission, and who can plan around a 20 MPG combined estimate.
Trade-offs
Its highway estimate is higher than its city estimate, but both are modest by the same EPA scale. The gasoline powertrain and automatic transmission keep the setup straightforward, while the listed fuel-cost figure is $3350 a year.
Verdict
Choose the 405 Sedan if compact size, front-wheel drive, and a four-speed automatic matter more to you than low fuel use. Its 20 MPG combined rating gives a clear expectation for mixed trips, and the 18 MPG city result points to higher consumption in urban driving. The 23 MPG highway figure is somewhat more favorable, but the EPA annual fuel-cost figure remains $3350. This is a practical fit for someone comfortable with an older gasoline sedan's running costs.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 20 MPG
- City MPG
- 18 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 444 g per mile
- Model year
- 1991
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.9 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 1991 Peugeot 405 Sedan's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 20 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
It is rated at 18 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $3350.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.9 L four-cylinder gasoline engine and a four-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 405 Sedan front-wheel drive?
Yes. The drive type is front-wheel drive.
What emissions figure is listed?
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 444.35 grams per mile.
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