Peugeot 201
The car that saved Peugeot and pioneered the central-zero naming convention.
- Power
- 23 bhp
- Top speed
- 50 mph
- Est. value
- $4k–$25k
About the Peugeot 201
Launched at the 1929 Paris Motor Show just as the Great Depression began, the Peugeot 201 was a robust, affordable compact car that ensured the company's survival. It is historically significant for introducing Peugeot's trademark three-digit naming system with a central zero, a convention the brand later legally protected. Mechanically simple, the early 1.1-litre models featured a side-valve engine and a three-speed gearbox. While basic, the 201 was modern for its time, eventually becoming the first mass-produced car to offer independent front suspension in 1931.
Peugeot 201 specs
The Peugeot 201 produces 23 bhp (17 kW). It has a top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | 201 |
| Trim | 1.1 |
| Years | 1929–1937 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.1-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,122 cc (1.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 23 bhp (17 kW) at 3,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 50 mph (80 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 890 kg (1,962 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 26 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Peugeot 201 worth?
A typical Peugeot 201 is estimated to be worth $4,000 – $25,000 (about £3,000 – £19,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Peugeot 201 rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot 201 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Peugeot 201 fun facts
- Peugeot's trademark on three-digit numbers with a central zero famously forced Porsche to rename the 901 to the 911.
- The 201 was the first Peugeot to be manufactured at the now-famous Sochaux plant near the Swiss border.
- The '2' in the name denoted the car's size class, while the '1' indicated it was the first generation of that series.