Peugeot 205 GTi
Light, fast and fun to drive - the 205 GTi helped to define the hot-hatch genre
It was one of the 80's most iconic cars and the GTi model is stillregarded by many as the most talented peugeot ever. Purists tend to prefer the lesspowerful 1.6-litre version over the 130bhp 1.9-litre model but both are regarded as a benchmark for what hot-hatches are all about - fun, fast and affordable.
A complete lack of electronic aids added to the car's charms but also meant massive lift-off oversteer was only a twitch of your right foot away. It's this purity of handling that Peugeot have been tying to rediscover ever since...
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