The Peugeot 508 was launched in 2011 and apparently 2018 is the year that will be credited with the second generation of the French sedan. As we have already seen with Citroën, Peugeot will also enter the battle against SUVs and try to convince with its limousine and above all technological advantages.
Contrary to the trend of cars getting bigger and bigger, Peugeot took a slightly different route. New ones Peugeot 508 is for 60 mm lower and for 80 mm shorter from the predecessor. The only area in which it has grown is in width, namely by 20 mm. The new 508 definitely looks sharp, especially because of prominent front masks and aggressive front and rear lights. The frameless doors around the glass further confirm that Peugeot is serious and does not want to be just another inconspicuous sedan.
The luggage space has increased by 14 liters and measures 487 liters. Due to the different opening, the practical utility of the luggage compartment has increased, and if fold the back seats, we will get 1,537 liters of luggage space. We can't pass inside Peugeot i-Cockpit, which can also be found in all newer models. The small steering wheel and high-positioned central indicators have mixed opinions, but the central system is z 12.3 inches and a 10-inch touch screen definitely impressive. Ambient lighting and seats with massage function they are luxury accessories, and even more than that, the fact that you can imagine the interior impresses in leather, alcantara or real wood.
At launch, one petrol engine will be available in two variants. 1.6 liter engine he will have 177 or 217 horsepower and we can connect it with 8-speed automatic transmission. In addition to the petrol one, two more are available BlueHDi diesel engines, with volume 1.5 and 2 liters. Will be available with 128, 158 or 177 horsepower and with 6-speed manual transmission or those already mentioned 8-speed automatic transmission. The newcomer has lost 70 kilograms compared to its predecessor, which will have a positive effect on fuel consumption. More to come in 2019 508 plug-in hybrid.
Peugeot 508 will be equipped with a bunch of assistance systems, such as emergency braking, radar cruise control, traffic sign recognition, automatic headlight adjustment, lane keeping and much more. For an additional fee, you can think of more night camera system. We will witness the Peugeot 508 live for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show, and it will hit the roads in the second half of this year.
Gallery – New Peugeot 508
