Peugeot recently announced that the new "408" equipped with a fastback body will be launched globally at the 2022 Paris Motor Show opening in France on October 17. The traditional 408 is the second generation model, released in 2014. It is a sedan mainly targeted at the Chinese market, with a chassis based on the "308". The third generation of new 408 is positioned as a global model.
combines SUV functions and dynamic fastback
new 408 has been reborn from a traditional sedan to a style that combines SUV characteristics and dynamic fastback. The front face cover reflects Peugeot's new design language, and the body's same color grille is decorated with a new Peugeot logo. The fang-shaped light logo at the front, and the three-claw LED light at the rear, position the new 408 as part of the Peugeot family.
The new 408 has a body size of 4690 mm long and a wheelbase of 2790 mm. The rear seat legroom is 188 mm. The luggage compartment capacity is 536 liters, and the rear seats can be expanded to 1611 liters after being folded down. The new model has a total height of 1480 mm, with a slim and delicate profile, and a pursuit of aerodynamics.
The new generation of "PEUGEOT i-Cockpit"
The new model 408 adopts the new generation of "PEUGEOT i-Cockpit". The compact steering wheel makes driving fun and flexible control possible. In the cockpit, the focus is on quality and connectivity, and the latest technology is adopted.
Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) uses six cameras and nine radar . adaptive cruise control system with stop-and-go functions will warn animals, pedestrians and cyclists in front of you.
At night, night vision pursues visibility without switching to high beams. Long-distance blind spot monitoring and monitoring range 75m ahead. It also has a rear traffic alert that warns of danger when reversing.
Settings two plug-in Hybrid
The new European 408 powertrain will be available in two plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions with a maximum output power of 180hp and 225hp, respectively, and a gasoline version with a maximum output power of 130hp. The transmission is combined with the 8-speed AT "EAT8".
New 408 has two types of PHEVs. Both PHEV models are equipped with FF drive system and an 8-speed AT gearbox. The “HYBRID 180 e” is equipped with a “PureTech” petrol engine with a maximum output of 150 horsepower. The maximum output power of the motor is 110hp. The maximum output of the entire PHEV system is 180hp.
"HYBRID 225 e" is equipped with a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engine , with a maximum output power of 180hp and a maximum torque of is 25.5kgm. The maximum output power of the motor is 110hp and the maximum torque is 32.6kgm. The entire PHEV system gets 225hp of power and 36.7kgm of torque.
Two types of PHEVs can switch modes such as "electric" and "hybrid" through the "driving mode selector". By default, when there is residual power, the system prefers EV driving. The engine can also work in scenarios where the accelerator pedal is stomped vigorously. Hybrid is an efficient driving mode that comprehensively controls the motor and engine. When starting, as long as there is remaining battery power, the motor will be started.
