INFO GUIDE: 1987 - 1990 Peugeot 205 GTI Phase 1.5 (1.9l)

This guide has been written for the Phase 1.5 Peugeot 205 GTI (1.9l). The Phase 1.5 cars are the second of 3 distinct phases of the 1.9l GTI produced between 1986 and 1994. Like the Golf GTI, Renault 5 GT Turbo and several other competitors, the Peugeot 205 obtained cult status during the 80s and 90s and now has a strong following as a classic hot hatch.

This guide provides a detailed overview of the features unique to the Phase 1.5 cars, allowing a prospective purchaser to assess the originality of a vehicle. We note that the Phase 1.5 cars broadly fall into 2 distinct groups: (1) Main European market vehicles, and; (2) those exported to countries with high emission regulations including Australia, Japan, Sweden and Switzerland. This guide covers both groups, and for the purpose of simplicity refers to these two groups as "main European market cars" and "export market cars" respectively.

Production numbers:

Total 205 GTI production: 294,514 ¹

This figure relates to GTI production between 1984 and 1994, and includes 1.6l cars. Two Phase 1.5 special edition models (painted Sorrento Green and Miami Blue) were produced in a limited run of 150 units each (in 1.9l form). 150 units in each colour were also produced in 1.6l form.

Period of Manufacture:

Phase 1.5 production is believed to have commenced in November 1987, reflecting the earliest vehicles sighted during our research. This is would be consistent with the Phase 1.5 being launched in the UK in January 1988. Phase 1.5 production ended in July 1990, after which the Phase 2 was introduced.² Other than the vehicles sighted, no official factory data has been relied on to draw this conclusion.

Please note, this guide has been written based on a variety of books, online sources and enthusiast input. You should not rely on this guide to make any purchasing decision and we make no representation that all information is accurate. You should always seek independent professional advice when looking to purchase a unique car. If you have additional information, photographs or corrections you believe could improve this guide, please contact us so we can improve the guide for everyone's benefit.