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Peugeot has revitalised its entry in the large family car sector with the launch of its all-new Pininfarina-styled 406 saloon, replacement for the long-running and hugely popular 405. The new car sets class-leading standards for style, ride comfort, handling and refinement, with its 2.1 turbo-diesel engine being a particularly impressive powerhouse. The 1.8 and 2.0 petrol units offer decent performance, but the forthcoming 3.0 V6 will be a far more impressive choice. 405 estate production continues until 1997, when the 406 estate goes on sale.
Renault has ended R19 production after seven years, but most of the cars mechanicals have been carried over to the new Megane range. Like its predecessor, the Megane is available as a five-door hatchback and four-door saloon. But there will also be coupe and cabriolet bodystyles, as well as an estate car (for which there are no plans for British sales). It is a stylish, comfortable and spacious car which offers a good ride quality as well as an impressive 1.9 turbo-diesel unit with class-leading refinement.
Read more about this topic: 1995 In Motoring
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