Peugeot Type 81
A pioneering French tourer that bridged the gap between carriages and modern motorcars.
- Power
- 15 bhp
- Top speed
- 55 mph
- Est. value
- $80k–$180k
About the Peugeot Type 81
The Peugeot Type 81 was a significant evolution for the French marque, moving away from horse-drawn carriage influences toward a modern automotive layout. Introduced in 1906, it featured a front-mounted engine under a proper bonnet and a lowered chassis for improved stability. The 2.2-litre four-cylinder engine was relatively advanced for its time, paired with a four-speed gearbox that allowed the 'B' variant to reach nearly 90 km/h. As a large, comfortable tourer, it was often bodied as a Double Phaéton or a closed-top limousine, representing the luxury end of Peugeot's early 20th-century catalogue.
Peugeot Type 81 specs
The Peugeot Type 81 produces 15 bhp (11 kW). It has a top speed of 55 mph (89 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | Type 81 |
| Trim | 2.2 |
| Years | 1906 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Double Phaéton |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 251 built |
| Engine | 2.2-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,207 cc (2.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 15 bhp (11 kW) at 1,400 rpm |
| Top speed | 55 mph (89 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,400 kg (3,086 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 11 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 Type 81 worth?
A typical Peugeot Type 81 is estimated to be worth $80,000 – $180,000 (about £60,000 – £134,000).
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 Type 81 rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot Type 81 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 Type 81 fun facts
- The Type 81 featured a distinctive flat radiator with vertical sides, a design element that became a recognizable brand signature for Peugeot during the mid-1900s.
- Despite its size, the Type 81 utilized a rack and pinion steering system, which was quite advanced for a vehicle produced in 1906.
- Production was concentrated at Peugeot's Audincourt factory, where 251 units were completed during its single year of manufacture.