Polo GTI VS Peugeot 207 GTI

[noone]

it only mentions the tune, but its lowered (I'd guess coilovers, looks a little low at the front for H&R springs). I'd ring and ask, find out what else has been done. A swaybar wouldn't surprise me if they've gone for coilies.

[Smead]

I've heard that the 206 GTI 180 is the pick.

Does it have the same 1.6 turbo engine asthe 207 GTI / Mini

Doesn't the 180 signify that the 206 is packing 180 hp?

[noone]

Probably. My GF has the 206 GTI, was good but is ageing. Its light, a little over a ton.

We had a go in a 180, wasn't much different. N/A 2.0 engine in both. A claimed 180hp is doable, but the Polo has torque in spades by comparison IMO. Its physically to small for me to drive normally, otherwise one in good condition can be a fun drive.

[Mi16 Man]

I was lucky enough to have my car in MOTOR Mag in August 2007.... Was a 205 GTi vs 206 GTi180 vs 207 GTi article when 207 was first released.

Outcome was, the 206 to be a winner for 'all round ability' as per journo and, other drivers. 205 also great but, technology has moved on.

I liked the 'upper spec interior' of the 207 but it had no 'fizz'. Heaviest of the lot and, engine had no soul....

As suggested here before, take both the Polo and 207 for a spin. Buy whichever one is best FOR YOU!

My money is on the Polo....

[Mi16 Man]

Does it have the same 1.6 turbo engine asthe 207 GTI / Mini

Doesn't the 180 signify that the 206 is packing 180 hp?

Yep for shared engine with the Cooper S.

Yep, GTi180 is 130kW/180bhp. Standard 206GTi is 100kW/138bhp.

[bfeboi]

Gti180 is a 2.0 vvt engine. if i remember correctly it uses the same engine as the gti but different intake and exhaust manifold and tune

207gti/mini is a 1.6 turbo

[Mi16 Man]

Gti180 is a 2.0 vvt engine. if i remember correctly it uses the same engine as the gti but different intake and exhaust manifold and tune

207gti/mini is a 1.6 turbo

VVT only on the exhaust cam.....changes at 5400rpm IIRC.

Different head, machined and tuned by Mecachrome (F1 Supplier).

[kangfu]

Well i have had a 205 GTi, a 206 GTi, a 206 GTi 180 and a 306GTi6 in my time. Have the Polo GTi now.

The 205 GTi is SUPER fun but quite old now. Rattles galore, would be hard to find one in good condition for cheap but they do handle the best of them all.

The 206 GTi was a step up in comfort and it FELT quicker, handled OK stock but could have definitely done with more power, hence moving to the GTi180.

The GTi 180 seats are PORN. With some work they go really well AND are comfortable, BUT i had all sorts of electrical problems with mine in about 2 years of ownership which saw me sell it.

Still have the 306 GTi as a project/wannabe track car. Its a good in between of the 205 GTi and the 206 GTi180. Handles almost as good as the 205 but has better comfort and is a little bigger which makes it more practical. The 6 speed box is a godsend, it really is. Wish i had the money to give it more attention but alas it's all gone into the Polo for now.

Now that i have the Polo i personally think its the pick of the bunch. I realise that they might be a bit more than the 206's but for build quality and peace of mind that the electrical gremlins wont rear their ugly french heads, as well as the superb tune-ability and comfort .. i think i found my car for the next few years at least.

My 2c.

Edit: Forgot to mention, havent driven the new 207 GTi so cant comment on that.

[kaanage]

Still have the 306 GTi as a project/wannabe track car. Its a good in between of the 205 GTi and the 206 GTi180. Handles almost as good as the 205 but has better comfort and is a little bigger which makes it more practical. The 6 speed box is a godsend, it really is.

Why did you think so much of the 6 speed gear box? I found the older 5 speed S16 a bit busy on the highway (about 30km/h per 1000rpm in 5th) but the stories I heard of the fubarred RH turning circle put me off the thought of upgrading to the GTi6.

I agree the 205 Gti was the pick as far as pure handling - I found the S16 a bit nervous at the rear when REALLY pressing on (in normally spirited driving, the lift off oversteer was very handy). All the smaller Peugeots have been massive disappointments as drivers cars since the 306 IME.

[kangfu]

I always found myself wanting an extra gear in the 206 GTi/180. Could cruise comfortably in 6th then drop it a few gears at will to give it some stick. Yes, the turning circle was ridiculous, haha ...

Sometimes busy = engaging drive.

Having driven so many Peugeots i went for a drive in a Clio Sport 182 Cup and i must say for the price they are at now they are an awesome buy. But i am over french cars.