Strengths
- Mechanical LSD
- Adjustable dampers
- Genuinely playful chassis
Weaknesses
- Manual only — no auto
- Firm ride in Sport+
- Exhaust drone on motorway
Notable tech
- 2.0 T-GDi 250/271 bhp
- Mechanical LSD (Performance)
- Electronically controlled dampers
- 6-speed manual
- Five-link rear
- Launch control + rev-matching
- N drive modes — N Custom
Common issues
- Crankshaft sprocket key wear (early)
- Mechanical LSD whine
- Track-day brake fluid boil
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across PD N's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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2.0 T-GDi 250
BHP247
Torque353 Nm
0–606.4 s
Top155 mph
MPG40 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
2.0 T-GDi Performance
BHP271
Torque378 Nm
0–606.1 s
Top155 mph
MPG40 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT