Peugeot 205 Turbo 16
The mid-engined, four-wheel-drive homologation special that conquered Group B rally.
- Power
- 200 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.0 s
- Top speed
- 130 mph
- Est. value
- $225k–$450k
About the Peugeot 205 Turbo 16
Built to satisfy FIA Group B homologation requirements, the 205 Turbo 16 road car shares little more than its silhouette, doors, and windscreen with the standard front-wheel-drive 205. It features a mid-mounted, transverse 1.8-litre engine and a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system with a Ferguson-type centre differential. While the road-going 'Série 200' was detuned for reliability, its lightweight spaceframe chassis and long-travel double-wishbone suspension provide exceptional handling and poise. Only 200 standard road cars were produced, almost all finished in Winchester Grey, making it one of the most sought-after rally-bred icons of the 1980s.
Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 specs
The Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 produces 200 bhp (149 kW) and 255 Nm (188 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.0 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | 205 Turbo 16 |
| Trim | 205 Turbo 16 road car |
| Years | 1984–1985 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 219 built |
| Engine | 1.8-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,775 cc (1.8 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 200 bhp (149 kW) at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | 255 Nm (188 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.0 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,145 kg (2,524 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 175 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 205 Turbo 16 worth?
A typical Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 is estimated to be worth $225,000 – $450,000 (about £168,000 – £336,000).
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 205 Turbo 16 rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 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 205 Turbo 16 fun facts
- To fit the mid-engine layout, the 205 T16 uses a custom rear clamshell that hinges upwards to reveal the entire powertrain and spare wheel.
- The engine was specifically sized at 1,775cc so that, with the FIA's 1.4x turbo equivalency factor, it remained under the 2,500cc limit for a lower minimum weight class.
- While 200 road cars were required for homologation, Peugeot actually built 219 units to include development prototypes and evolution models.