The PEUGEOT 307 (2001-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6I 16V RAPIER AC is a five-door petrol family hatchback, sitting between small city cars and larger saloons. In the UK used market it rivalled the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf, offering useful space in a compact package. mycarcheck.com recorded 267 look-ups covering 183 different VINs, a useful snapshot of interest in the model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £400 and average recorded mileage of 103,000 miles, with annual mileage averaging 5,000. Cars checked had about four previous keepers on average, making condition and history important to review. The 1.6-litre petrol engine and five-door layout suit commuting, errands and family duties, while air conditioning adds comfort. A practical cabin and manageable size make this used Peugeot 307 a sensible all-rounder beside rivals, and it can suit first-time buyers. Check service records and condition carefully, particularly given the average keeper history.