List: iconic car models from Peugeot (video)

Okay, here's a list of some of the most successful Peugeot models throughout their history, considering factors like sales numbers, cultural impact, technological innovation, and motorsport achievements. It's not an exhaustive list, but it covers key models:

Early Pioneers & Pre-War Successes:

Peugeot Type 3 (1891-1894): Considered Peugeot's first true production automobile. It laid the foundation for the company's future.


Peugeot Type 6 (1894-1897): Notable for its adoption of a Daimler engine, marking a move towards higher performance.


Peugeot Type 15 (1897-1901): A relatively early larger car with two engine options, showcasing Peugeot's range in its initial stage.


Peugeot Bébé (1905-1916): A small and affordable car that helped democratize automobile ownership in Europe.


Peugeot Type 153 (1922-1925): A popular car during the post-WWI era, signaling the growth of the brand.


Peugeot 402 (1935-1942): A landmark aerodynamic design for its era and a symbol of pre-war French style.

Post-War & Mid-Century Icons:

Peugeot 203 (1948-1960): Peugeot's first new model after WWII, it was a big success with a modern and reliable design.


Peugeot 403 (1955-1966): Another reliable and elegant car that solidified Peugeot's reputation for quality, featured in Columbo TV series.


Peugeot 404 (1960-1975): Famous for its robust build and reliability, it achieved strong sales in Africa and is still a legend to many.


Peugeot 504 (1968-1983): Another rugged and popular model, known for its comfort and longevity. It achieved major success in numerous markets.


Peugeot 104 (1972-1988): Peugeot's first modern supermini, demonstrating their transition to smaller, more efficient cars.


Peugeot 505 (1979-1992): A comfortable and durable executive sedan and wagon that was a global success, especially in Africa and the Middle East.

Modern Era & Best-Sellers:

Peugeot 205 (1983-1998): A game-changer for Peugeot, a truly successful supermini that sold millions and became an iconic car of the 1980s. The GTI version is a legend.


Peugeot 405 (1987-1997): Another huge success for Peugeot, a stylish family sedan available also as a wagon, that offered great driving characteristics.


Peugeot 106 (1991-2003): A popular city car that continued the trend of successful small cars, and even had a sporty version, the 106 Rallye.


Peugeot 306 (1993-2001): A popular and versatile car that came in many configurations (hatchback, sedan, convertible, wagon), with popular GTI versions.


Peugeot 206 (1998-2013): A global bestseller, carrying the torch from the 205 and became one of Peugeot's most successful cars ever.


Peugeot 307 (2001-2008): A popular and versatile hatchback, wagon, and convertible model, sold worldwide and even won European Car of the Year.


Peugeot 308 (2007-Present): A successful C-segment hatchback, winning multiple awards during its long run, now a core product of the Peugeot lineup.


Peugeot 2008 (2013-Present): Peugeot's entry into the popular B-SUV segment, quickly becoming a best-seller and a key part of their modern range.

Motorsport & High-Performance Models (Often Limited Production, but Significant):

Peugeot 205 T16 (1984-1986): A legendary Group B rally car, that cemented Peugeot's motorsport heritage.


Peugeot 405 T16 (1988-1996): Another rally icon, winning multiple Dakar rallies.


Peugeot 905 (1990-1993): A successful Le Mans prototype racing car, giving Peugeot its first overall Le Mans victories.


Peugeot 908 (2007-2011): The successor to the 905, a successful Le Mans prototype that also secured several endurance titles.

Notes on Success:

Market Variation: The success of different models varied significantly from market to market. Some models sold very well in Europe, while others were more popular in Africa or South America.


Innovation: Peugeot has often been innovative with its designs and technology, leading to the success of many of these models.


Longevity: Many older Peugeot models have a reputation for being extremely robust and long-lasting. This has contributed to their reputation, and some of them became collector's items.


Evolution: The modern Peugeot range is focusing on design, technology, and electrification, with their current models like the 208, 3008, and 508 aiming to compete in modern markets.

This list captures a broad range of models that have each contributed to Peugeot's success in different ways. It's interesting to see how the company has evolved its designs and technologies over more than 130 years of making cars.