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Thanks to a much enhanced power-to-weight ratio, the Peugeot 206 GTi sprints to 62 mph in 8.4 seconds, and is capable of 137mph on the autobahn. Available from June, and likely to carry a price tag of about Lm 8500, the 206 GTi should cast a halo over an already popular 206 range, and restore Peugeot's position in the heart of boy-racers of all ages up and down the country. In fairness, the 206 has been crying out for an engine of this quality since its launch, with the car's splendid ride and handling let down by lacklustre power units.
Available only as a three-door, the 206 GTi comes with widened front wings to accommodate 15in alloy wheels featuring low-profile V-rated Pirelli 185/155 R15 V tyres. New headlamps have been fitted and a large lower air intake added below the grille to boost the car's sporty appeal, all finished off with a chrome exhaust tail pipe. Sadly, Peugeot has not added symmetrical air intake valves in the bonnet to match the two already there, but it has continued the sporting theme inside with alloy pedals and gear lever, a fat three-spoke leather steering wheel, and body-hugging seats.