All models are 4-door and have a transversely mounted engine with front wheel drive, a gearbox with 4 forward gears (all gears are equipped with synchronizers) and reverse gear and double brake circuit with servo booster (front disc brakes, rear drum brakes).
The base model is GL, which is similar to GR. Both models are lockable "glove box", clock, side vents on "torpedo" And "pockets" on the backs of the front seats. The SR also has a larger engine, tachometer, headrests, rear center armrest and a wider range of optional extras (e.g. laminated windshield, tinted windows, electric front windows, etc.).
In 1981, the GL, GLS and SR models appeared (all) and the sporty and well-equipped S Saloon model. Suspension was improved on all models in early 1983, and later that year a new 1580 cc engine was installed on the GR Saloon and Estate models3 and a new gearbox. Details for GTX models with 1905 cc engine3 and GT models with automatic transmission are given in chapter 12.
Like other modern Peugeot models, the Peugeot 305 presents certain difficulties for those who want to repair it themselves. This is largely due to the design of the engine / transmission and the need to use a large number of special tools, but all these problems are solvable.
The 1.9 liter diesel engine was first installed on the Talbot Horizon at the end of 1982. In September 1983, a 1.7 liter diesel engine was installed on the Peugeot 205. In October 1983, both types of diesel engines began to be installed on the Peugeot 305, and in August 1986, the Peugeot 309 appeared with a 1.9 liter diesel engine. Both types of engines were used on the 405s from August 1988, with the 1.7L engine being turbocharged on these models. The 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine was introduced in October 1992.
Routine maintenance on diesel models is relatively simple and consists of several tasks, although some may require special tools.
Diesel models differ from their gasoline counterparts mainly in the design of the engine compartment.
Pic. 1 Peugeot 305 SR Saloon