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1991 Peugeot 405

US · Compact Cars

The 1991 Peugeot 405 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 1.9L 4-cylinder (16-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 1.9L 4-cylinder (16-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI)
Combined Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 1.9L 4-cylinder (16-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI)
Displacement1.9 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

  • 97V038000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    A GRADUAL DETERIORATION OF THE HEADLIGHT PLASTIC LENS OCCURS.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES.

    Reported March 11, 1997. View on NHTSA

  • 94V064000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

    THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH A HIGH VOLTAGE IGNITION LEAD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE FUEL LINE OVER TIME. THE DETERIORATION OF THE FUEL LINE COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THREE FUEL LINES, CLAMPS AND MOUNTING CLIPS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND REROUTE THE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM TO AVOID CONTACT WITH THE HIGH VOLTAGE IGNITION LEAD.

    Reported April 7, 1994. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 21, 2026

Data verified: October 21, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.9L 4-cylinder ((16-VALVE) (FFS)) · FWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 1.9L 4-cylinder (16-VALVE (FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1991 Peugeot 405 have?

Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 1.9L 4-cylinder ((16-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Peugeot 405?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1991 Peugeot 405 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1991 Peugeot 405?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.