Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015) Review

Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015) At A Glance

3/5

+Improves on the 206 CC in every single area. A quite impressive coupe-cabriolet. Best of the CCs this size.

-Too cramped in the rear for adults to sit comfortably for long.

Insurance Groups are between 7–24
On average it achieves 86% of the official MPG figure

The 207CC is better looking than the 206CC it succeeds. (Which, incidentally, sold a whopping 366,900.) And it comes in some very attractive colours (see the specs below). Best of the lot is the lovely ‘Parthenon White': a sort of very pale creamy ivory, as you can see in the photos.

There will be three engines, eventually. On test we tried the 1.6 HDI 110 diesel and the 1.6 THP 150 turbo petrol, just like my long-termer 207 hatchback. Launch date is 1st March 2007 and a little later we'll see a 120bhp non-turbo 1.6 petrol with 5-speed manual or four speed automatic transmission.

The two-piece hardtop folds electrically into the boot in 25 seconds, leaving 187 litres of space underneath it for luggage. If you leave the top up the boot can take a substantial 449 litres.

Being 8" longer and 3" wider than the 206CC, there's marginally more room for dwarfs, pygmies and small children in the back. But Peugeot has used some of the extra length to include pyrotechnic roll bars that explode upwards to give rollover protection in the unlikely event you ever flip the car.

Peugeot 207 CC 2007 Road Test

Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015) handling and engines

Part of our route was sinuous recently tarmacked blacktop, not much more than a car width wide with foot deep drop-offs either side. It was like driving along the top of a wall, so we had to be accurate. And happily the steering was.

Buyers will probably debate endlessly the relative merits of the 110bhp diesel versus the 150bhp petrol, both with the same 180lb ft torque. So I'll attempt to help you make up your minds.

On one side of the argument, the 54mpg of the diesel is first past the pumps against the 39mpg of the petrol (more realistically, about 48mpg v/s about 35mpg).

But the diesel torque does not come in until much higher in the rev range: 1,750rpp v/s 1,400rpm from the petrol. So rather than offer a more relaxed drive with fewer gearchanges, the diesel is the opposite.

Then if you are considering the 207 as an alternative to a sportscar like the MX5, the THP 150 petrol is the only choice. You can actually get sportscar driving pleasure from it. Well I did, anyway. And that can't be said about any of the other coupe convertibles on the scene, such as the Micra CC, Colt CZC and Tigra.

If you want to spend a bit of money on it, you can also accessorise the 207CC, as you can a MINI.

I recommend the rather expensive combined satnav, traffic report system hands free phone, CD multiplayer and radio because I've got one in my own 207. But I also liked the optional ‘Alezan Brown Integral leather' that covers not just the seats and doorpanels, but also the top of the dash and works very well with either solid Parthenon White or metallic Onyx Black.

But now I'm starting to get into areas perhaps I shouldn't.

Because though I like the 207CC, it's not really a bloke's kind of car.

Engine MPG 0-62 CO2
1.6 HDi 56–59 mpg 10.9 s 119–130 g/km
1.6 THP 38–39 mpg 8.6 s 170–171 g/km
1.6 THP 156 38 mpg 8.6 s 170 g/km
1.6 VTi 44–44 mpg 10.7 s 149–150 g/km
1.6 VTi Automatic 38–39 mpg 12.6 s 169–173 g/km

Real MPG average for the Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015)

RealMPG

Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.

Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.

Average performance

86%

Real MPG

26–62 mpg

MPGs submitted

53

Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015) interior

Dimensions
Length 4037 mm
Width 1750–1972 mm
Height 1397 mm
Wheelbase 2540 mm

Full specifications

To me, the real advantage of the 207CC over cars like the MX5 is the extra cabin space the rear seats give you for luggage. You could probably get most of the 262 litres taken up by the roof in there, giving you the option to tour top-down, then lock everything in the boot top-up when you leave the car parked.

With the optional £160 folding windbreak in place (£160??) there's very little buffeting, even at speeds you are unlikely to travel. The body is also impressively rigid (46% stiffer than the 206CC) and the software of the electric power steering has been re-programmed slightly to give even better ‘feel' than the 207 hatchbacks. So it's just as good to drive quickly, which is a real achievement.

Peugeot 207 CC (2007 – 2015) models and specs

Dimensions
Length 4037 mm
Width 1750–1972 mm
Height 1397 mm
Wheelbase 2540 mm
Miscellaneous
Kerb Weight 1417–1485 kg
Boot Space 187–449 L
Warranty 3 years
Servicing 12000–20000 miles
Spare Wheel
Standard Space-saving spare wheel
Costs
List Price £16,545–£20,695
Insurance Groups 7–24
Road Tax Bands C–H
Official MPG 38.2–58.9 mpg
Euro NCAP Safety Ratings
Adult 5
Child -
Pedestrian 2
Overall 5

On sale until April 2017

Convertible
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.6 HDi FAP Active 2dr £18,545 58.9 mpg 10.9 s
1.6 HDi FAP Allure 2dr £20,045 57.6 mpg 10.9 s
1.6 HDi FAP Roland Garros 2dr £20,695 57.6 mpg 10.9 s
1.6 VTi Active 2dr £17,200 43.5 mpg 10.7 s
1.6 VTi Active Auto 2dr £18,210 38.7 mpg 12.6 s
1.6 VTi Allure 2dr £18,700 43.5 mpg 10.7 s
1.6 VTi Allure Auto 2dr £19,710 38.2 mpg 12.6 s
1.6 VTi Roland Garros 2dr £19,350 43.5 mpg 10.7 s

On sale until January 2015

Convertible
Version List Price MPG 0-62
Active 1.6 HDi FAP 112 2dr £18,545 58.9 mpg 10.9 s
Active 1.6 VTi 120 2dr £17,200 43.5 mpg 10.7 s
Active 1.6 VTi Auto 120 2dr £18,200 38.7 mpg 12.6 s
Roland Garros 1.6 Hdi FAP 112 2dr £20,695 57.6 mpg 10.9 s
Roland Garros 1.6 VTi 120 2dr £19,350 43.5 mpg 10.7 s

On sale until May 2014

Convertible
Version List Price MPG 0-62
Allure 1.6 HDi FAP 112 2dr £20,045 57.6 mpg 10.9 s
Allure 1.6 VTi 120 2dr £18,695 43.5 mpg 10.7 s
Allure 1.6 VTi Auto 120 2dr £19,695 38.2 mpg 12.6 s

On sale until July 2013

Open Car
Version List Price MPG 0-62
Allure THP 156 2dr £19,555 38.2 mpg 8.6 s

On sale until October 2011

Open Car
Version List Price MPG 0-62
GT 1.6 VTi 2dr £18,045 43.5 mpg 10.7 s
GT 1.6 VTi Auto 2dr £19,045 38.2 mpg 12.6 s
GT THP 156 2dr £19,095 38.2 mpg 8.6 s
Sport 1.6 VTi 2dr £16,545 44.1 mpg 10.7 s
Sport 1.6 VTi Auto 2dr £17,545 38.7 mpg 12.6 s

On sale until November 2010

Open Car
Version List Price MPG 0-62
GT HDi 112 FAP 2dr £18,995 57.6 mpg 10.9 s
Sport HDi 112 FAP 2dr £17,545 58.9 mpg 10.9 s

On sale until January 2010

Open Car
Version List Price MPG 0-62
GT HDi 110 FAP £19,645 56.4 mpg 10.9 s
GT THP 150 £19,445 39.2 mpg 8.6 s
Sport HDi 110 FAP £18,195 56.4 mpg 10.9 s

Model History

January 2007

207 CC revealed

Folding tintop coupe cabrio of the 207, bigger than 206CC with bigger boot of 449 litres top up and 187 litres top down.

Two trim levels and three engines. 120PS 1.6 with 118lb ft torque, 0-60 10.4, top speed 124, 43.4mpg and 155g/km CO2; 120PS 1.6 4-speed auto, 0-60 12.3. top speed 121, 39.2mpg and 173g/km CO2; 150bhp 1.6 Turbo with 177lb ft torque, 0-60 8.3, top speed 131, 39.2mpg and 171g/km CO2; 110PS 1.6 HDI with 177lb ft torque, 0-60 10.6, top speed 120, 54.3mpg and 136g/km CO2.

Sport 1.6 16v 120, 155g/km CO2 £14,785, IG 8E
Sport 1.6 16v 120 auto, 173g/km CO2 £15,785, IG 8E
Sport HDI 110, 138g/km CO2 £15,895, IG 8E
GT 1.6 16v 120, 155g/km CO2 £15,995, IG 9E
GT 1.6 16v 120 auto, 173g/km CO2 £16,995, IG 9E
GT THP 150, 171g/lm CO2 £16,895, IG 12E
GT HDI 110 136g/km CO2 £17,095, IG 9E

July 2007

1.6 HDI 110 added to the range in July 2007.

December 2007

Much better RT4 Multi Media System available for 207 from December 2007. Includes 30 GB hard disk to store up to 180 hours of music tracks and updatable navigation mapping for Western Europe. Faster processing speeds reduce time to calculate destination routes. Available on the Peugeot 207 SE Premium, GT, GTi, 207 CC GT and 207 SW Sport models. Priced from £995 MRRP. Also, price of ESP option on 207 models reduced to £200.

Launched 12-6-07, 207 CC ELLE is a limited edition with unique interior styling created by readers of ELLE magazine as part of a competition to design their own interior. There are four 207 CC ELLE models, each with a different bespoke leather interior and available in four interior/exterior colour combinations:

* ‘Glamour Mode’ – Thorium Grey metallic with black leather and Mulberry trim
* ‘Classic Couture’ – Lacerta Yellow with black leather interior with a graphite trim
* ‘Rock Chic’ – Diamond black with black leather interior with a pale pink trim
* ‘Urban Chic’ – Silver and black leather interior with a bright blue trim

The interior is also accessorised with unique quilted centre panels on the seats, door and side trims, ELLE logos embossed into the front seats, a carbon leather trimmed instrument cowling with contrasting stitching, leather gear lever gaiter with contrasting stitching and ELLE embroidered floor mats.

207 CC ELLE is powered by a 1.6-litre VTi 120 engine. Has 17” Hockenheim alloy wheels. It also comes with a comprehensive sport pack including sports mesh front grille, leather covered steering wheel, body-coloured exterior mouldings, aluminium pedals and gear knob. To ensure the occupants stay as ‘cool’ as possible, dual-zone climate control with air-conditioning is also a standard feature.

June 2009

Announcement of facelift from August 2009.,Twelve different engines, including a 175PS 1.6 Turbo. Revised exterior and interior styling. New standard equipment. Low CO2 emissions.

Redesigned front with a softer visual look. Increased use of exterior body colouring and chrome detailing. Spectacular new rear lights which use panels of light emitting diodes (LEDs) on the hatchback and CC models. More luxurious Passenger Compartment with new trims and detailing which place the emphasis on perceived quality, comfort and dynamism, new instrument panel designs with a more modern look and visual appeal.

The new 207 benefits from: Particularly fuel efficient engines with reduced greenhouse gas emissions. “Very low fuel consumption” optimised not only aerodynamically but also by operation of the engine itself and the rolling resistance of the vehicle, allowing CO2 emissions to be reduced to 99 g/km. Gradual introduction of engines meeting the Euro5 emission standard. Introduction of a gear change indicator on manual gearbox models to encourage the driver to drive in a more fuel efficient way.

New standard equipment to include: Peugeot Connect USB with Bluetooth, in-car entertainment system. One-touch direction indicator function for safe lane changes. Remote controlled window closure, via the plip unit on hatchback and SW models. One-touch operation of the driver's electric window on the 207 CC.

The revised 207CC went on sale in the UK in August 2009 and was available in two trim levels, Sport and GT. It will be competitively priced with the entry level Sport VTi 120 model starting at an on-the-road-price of £16,695.

From the side, the revised 207 CC has a more distinctive profile enhanced by new style alloy wheels; five spoke 16″ “Canberra” alloy wheels on the Sport version and two-tone eight spoke 17” Melbourne alloy wheels on the GT version. The revised 207 CC was available in a range of eight exterior body colours and four different interior trims, two cloth trims (Xavier black cloth and Salsa grey/black cloth) and two leather options (black and Oran pale grey). An integral leather option will also be available on the GT version, which includes a leather trimmed fascia panel, steering wheel, seats and door panels.

* Bianca White (GT version only)
* Flamenco Red
* Aluminium
* Hermitage Grey
* Shark Grey
* Onyx Black
* Inari Blue (new colour)

What to watch out for

01-01-0001:

See Peugeot 207 for full list of reported faults.

End of plastic dipstick of 1.6 HDI engine can break and drop into sump requiring removal of sump to retrieve it.

One report of leaks from the front edge seals of the door windows. One report of catastrophic roof seal failure. Another of side window seal failure that could not be rectified.

Numerous reports of rattles from the rear when the top is up.

One report of complete failure of the hydraulic roof mechanism.

One report of remote key failure.

Report of needing a new "manifold" at about 7,000 miles.

Report of needing a new set of engine mounts at about 4,000 miles.

31-12-2012:

'Gong' sound means that car battery is failing to hold sufficient charge and needs to be replaced.

12-08-2013:

Report of the same 'coking up' phenomenon as occurs on R56 MINI Cooper S models also occurring on a 207CC 1.6 THP150:

The coking up is in fact a build up of carbon deposits on the inlet valves. Oil vapour from the crank case breather pipes is fed back into the intake manifold to keep emissions down under steady state engine modes but because the car is direct injection (port injection would mean that the fuel would normally wash any depositsoff / stop any build up) the vapour starts to deposit carbon material on the intake valves. This makes them 'sticky' and so affects engine timing and can cause misfires etc.

Fuel type has no affect on the carbon buildup as the fault develops because the engine is direct injection and so no fuel touches the inlet valves, which would normally keep them clear of the build up the turbo Cooper S suffers with. However, the detergent additives in Shell V-Power 99 Ron Super may well prevent this. Build up is principally subject to how the car is driven.

Steady state engine modes such as idling in traffic or cruising on the motorway speed the process of carbon build-up.

MINI has removed the remedial 'decoke' process from its warranty so you can no longer claim to have the car fixed if your car suffers from the symptoms of carbon build up (which include: hesitant acceleration, poor cold idle, poor cold start up including stalling, missfire under load and depending on how bad the buildup is complete engine failure requiring a topend rebuild).

The only fix is to strip the head off and get the head and valves cleaned up. Independant MINI specialists charge in the region of £1,500 for this while MINI will have your car for around 2 days if they undertake the work.

30-08-2013:

Another oil burning 1.6 reported. 1.6 non-turbo 207cc. In the past 12 months it has covered approx. 15k miles, now on 47k miles, and consumed 6 litres of 5w/40 synthetic oil.

24-01-2016:

Incidence of folding roof failure becoming increasingly common (6 in last 6 months). Refer to www.bristolsunroofs.co.uk