Engineering:Peugeot 408 (crossover)
Peugeot 408 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Peugeot |
Also called | Peugeot 408 X (China)[1] |
Production | 2022–present |
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Designer | Kevin Gonçalves[3] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact crossover SUV (C)[4] |
Body style | 5-door liftback |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Platform | EMP2 |
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Powertrain | |
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Electric motor |
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Transmission |
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Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) |
Battery | 12.4 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,787 mm (109.7 in) |
Length | 4,687 mm (184.5 in) |
Width | 1,848 mm (72.8 in) |
Height | 1,478–1,487 mm (58.2–58.5 in) |
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,393–1,706 kg (3,071–3,761 lb) |
The Peugeot 408 (also marketed as Peugeot 408 X in China) is a crossover SUV produced by French automaker Peugeot. It was unveiled in June 2022 as a C-segment vehicle slotting between the 308 and 3008 or 508.[6] It was publicly exhibited for the first time at the 2022 Paris Motor Show.[7] It is based on the EMP2 platform closely shared with the third-generation 308, and despite sharing the saloon silhouettes, mechanically unrelated to the Chinese market 408 saloon (which itself was based on the previous-generation 308). According to Peugeot, the 408 is a blend between SUVs, hatchbacks and saloons, and has been described as a coupe crossover.[8][9]
Overview
Development of the vehicle by PSA Group took seven years due to its radical concept, and was led by project manager Aurélie Bresson.[10][11] The vehicle was codenamed as the P54 during development.[11] The design was inspired from an internal concept car that Peugeot had worked on, which was known as the "2015 Advanced Design manifesto".[12] Its design concept was also featured by the Citroën C5 X, which shares the same platform (long-wheelbase EMP2 V3[13]) and height with the 408. Due to its body shape, the 408 achieves a low coefficient of drag of 0.28, on par with traditional saloons.[12] The 408 also shared the same headlights, taillights, and dashboard design as the third-generation 308, which was developed alongside it.[8][12]
Three powertrain options similar to the 308 will be offered, which are two options of plug-in hybrid petrol with total output of 180 PS (178 hp; 132 kW) and 225 PS (222 hp; 165 kW), and a base 130 PS (128 hp; 96 kW) 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder PureTech petrol engine. All models are mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The petrol engine will be replaced with a mild hybrid unit in late 2023 and a battery electric model called the e-408 will follow.[8]
The 408 is produced in Mulhouse, France since 2022 and Chengdu, China since January 2023.[14][15] In the Chinese market, the model is sold as the 408 X to differentiate it with the older saloon model.[16]
The dichroic paintwork of the 2017 Peugeot Instinct (fr) concept inspired that of the 408.[17]
408 First Edition
Peugeot's UK division launched a limited edition of 50 units named First Edition, based on the GT trim.[18]
Powertrain
The 408 is only available with an automatic gearbox, with no manual options.[19]
Outside Europe, the 408 is also offered with a 215 hp (160 kW) THP petrol engine.[20][21]
A battery electric version has been officially announced for 2023 or 2024.[22][23][24]
Petrol engines[19] | ||||
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Model | 1.2 PureTech | 1.6 PureTech Hybrid | 1.6 Puretech THP 215 | |
Number of cylinders | 3-cylinder | 4-cylinder + electric motor | 4-cylinder | |
Type | Direct injection turbocharged | |||
Displacement cm3 | 1199 cc | 1598 cc | ||
Power hp (kW) | 130 hp (97 kW) at 5500rpm | Thermic: 150 hp (110 kW) Electric: 110 hp (82 kW) at 2500rpm Combined: 180 hp (130 kW) |
Thermic: 180 hp (130 kW) Electric: 110 hp (82 kW) at 2500rpm Combined: 225 hp (168 kW) |
215 hp (160 kW) |
Torque (N⋅m) | 230 N⋅m at 1750rpm | Thermic: 250 N⋅m at 1750rpm Electric: 320 N⋅m at 500 - 2500rpm Combined: 360 N⋅m |
300 N⋅m at 1750rpm | |
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (EAT8) | 8-speed automatic (e-EAT8) | ||
Notes | Euro 6d | Intended for markets outside Europe[20] |
References
- ↑ Julien Jordy (15 June 2022). "Nouvelle Peugeot 408 (2022) : on connaît enfin sa date de révélation". https://www.auto-moto.com/nouveautes/nouvelle-peugeot-408-2022-on-connait-enfin-date-de-revelation-351337.html#item=1.
- ↑ "New Peugeot 408 : A New Breed Of Peugeot, A Dynamic Fastback, Unexpected From Every Angle" (in en). https://www.media.stellantis.com/em-en/peugeot/press/new-peugeot-408-a-new-breed-of-peugeot-a-dynamic-fastback-unexpected-from-every-angle.
- ↑ "New Peugeot 408: its style deciphered. Interview with Pierre-Paul Mattei." (in en). 22 June 2022. https://lignesauto.fr/?p=25374.
- ↑ "2023 Peugeot 408 Revealed For Europe As Stylish Fastback On Stilts" (in en). https://www.motor1.com/news/593544/2023-peugeot-408-reveal-specs/.
- ↑ "2022 Peugeot 408 (P54) 1.6 Hybrid (180 Hp) e-EAT8 | Technical specs, data, fuel consumption, Dimensions" (in en). https://www.auto-data.net/en/peugeot-408-p54-1.6-hybrid-180hp-e-eat8-46027.
- ↑ "2023 Peugeot 408 revealed, confirmed for Australia" (in en-AU). 22 June 2022. https://www.drive.com.au/news/2023-peugeot-408-revealed/.
- ↑ Florea, Ciprian (17 October 2022). "2023 Peugeot 408 Makes Global Debut in Paris, Parades Muscular Fastback Body". https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2023-peugeot-408-makes-global-debut-in-paris-parades-muscular-fastback-body-201461.html.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "New 2023 Peugeot 408 heralds all-new body style for French brand" (in en). https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/peugeot/102519/new-2023-peugeot-408-heralds-all-new-body-style-french-brand.
- ↑ Gnaticov, Cristian (22 June 2022). "2023 Peugeot 408 Joins the Crossover Coupe Craze With Dynamic Fastback Silhouette" (in en). https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2023-peugeot-408-joins-the-crossover-coupe-craze-with-dynamic-fastback-silhouette-191821.html.
- ↑ "2023 Peugeot 408 is all-electrified saloon-SUV" (in en). https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2023-peugeot-408-all-electrified-saloon-suv.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Mortier, Francois (22 June 2022). "La Peugeot 408 Expliquée Par Sa Cheffe De Projet, Aurélie Bresson - Le Nouvel Automobiliste" (in fr-FR). https://lenouvelautomobiliste.fr/actualites/interviews/254675/la-peugeot-408-expliquee-par-sa-cheffe-de-projet-aurelie-bresson/.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 "New Peugeot 408 revealed" (in en). https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/peugeot/408/.
- ↑ "EMP2-V3 : la plateforme magique et ses huit silhouettes – LIGNES/auto" (in en-US). https://lignesauto.fr/?p=25403.
- ↑ "Peugeot 408 launches with two PHEV versions" (in en-US). 22 June 2022. https://www.electrive.com/2022/06/22/peugeot-408-launches-with-two-phev-versions/.
- ↑ "Peugeot 408X. La marque au lion lance son crossover en Chine". https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/peugeot-408x-la-marque-au-lion-lance-son-crossover-en-chine-30024152.html.
- ↑ Ric, Didier (22 June 2022). "Peugeot 408 (2023). Bienvenue à bord de la berline d'un nouveau genre". https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/peugeot-408-2023-bienvenue-a-bord-de-la-berline-dun-nouveau-genre-10956391.html.
- ↑ "Peugeot 408 (2022). Comment est née la couleur bleu Obsession ?". 20 October 2022. https://www.largus.fr/mondial/peugeot-408-2022-comment-est-nee-la-couleur-bleu-obsession-11065391.html.
- ↑ "New Peugeot 408 First Edition Piles On The Equipment For Fastest 50 Buyers". 12 October 2022. https://www.carscoops.com/2022/10/new-peugeot-408-first-edition-piles-on-the-equipment-for-fastest-50-buyers/.
- ↑ 19.0 19.1 Didier Ric (22 June 2022). "Peugeot 408 (2023). Bienvenue à bord de la berline d'un nouveau genre". https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/peugeot-408-2023-bienvenue-a-bord-de-la-berline-dun-nouveau-genre-10956391.html.
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 François Mortier (22 June 2022). "La Peugeot 408 Expliquée Par Sa Cheffe De Projet, Aurélie Bresson". https://lenouvelautomobiliste.fr/actualites/interviews/254675/la-peugeot-408-expliquee-par-sa-cheffe-de-projet-aurelie-bresson/.
- ↑ Mael Pilven (22 June 2022). "Peugeot 408 - Tout sur la berline qui se fait SUV (ou le contraire ?)". https://fr.motor1.com/news/593372/peugeot-408-photo-moteur-video/.
- ↑ Julien Jordy (31 May 2022). "Nouvelle Peugeot 408 (2022) : première photo officielle". https://www.auto-moto.com/nouveautes/nouvelle-peugeot-408-2022-premiere-photo-officielle-347169.html#item=1.
- ↑ Arnaud Lescure (22 June 2022). "Présentation – Peugeot 408 hybride rechargeable : ne l'appelez pas « SUV Coupé » !". https://www.automobile-propre.com/presentation-peugeot-408-hybride-rechargeable-ne-lappelez-pas-suv-coupe/.
- ↑ "Peugeot 408 : le SUV coupé électrique confirmé pour 2024 !". 13 May 2022. https://www.automobile-magazine.fr/voitures-electriques/article/33893-le-suv-coupe-peugeot-408-electrique-confirme-pour-2024.
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Original source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peugeot 408 (crossover).
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