THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Peugeot 203 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1948–1960) — First Generation

The Peugeot 203 arrived as a compact family car offered in several body styles, from practical sedans and estates to lighter coupe and cabrio versions built on the same mechanical foundation.

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Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions

The Peugeot 203 engine line centres on a 1.3-litre gasoline unit, seen in the 1.3 MT versions across the Cabrio, Coupe and Sedan. Each pairs a manual transmission with rear-wheel drive, a straightforward drivetrain that suits relaxed cruising and simple, hands-on maintenance.

Cabrio — Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1290 cm³45 hp33 kW80 N⋅mManualRWD

Coupe — Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1290 cm³45 hp33 kW80 N⋅mManualRWD

Sedan — Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1290 cm³45 hp33 kW80 N⋅mManualRWD

Estate 5-door — Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Peugeot 203 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1290 cm³45 hp33 kW80 N⋅mManualRWD

Peugeot 203 Dimensions

Cabrio — Peugeot 203 Dimensions

Cabrio Peugeot 203 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.3 MT4350 mm1620 mm1500 mm2580 mm930 kg

Coupe — Peugeot 203 Dimensions

Coupe Peugeot 203 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.3 MT4350 mm1620 mm1500 mm2580 mm930 kg

Sedan — Peugeot 203 Dimensions

Sedan Peugeot 203 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.3 MT4350 mm1620 mm1500 mm2580 mm930 kg

Estate 5-door — Peugeot 203 Dimensions

Estate 5-door Peugeot 203 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.3 MT4350 mm1620 mm1500 mm2580 mm930 kg