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There is no doubt that Peugeot is on a role. His new SUVs were not only successful – especially the 3008, which was crowned in 2017 for the European car of the year – also announced that each new model will be available either with a hybrid or electrical drive train from 2019.
Now the French lion fire is aimed at the weak point in its range with a replacement for the blunt but worthy saloon and SW (estate).
The breathtaking brand new Peugeot 508 (the SW version will follow in 2019) could not differ as the outgoing model.
The price of 25,000 to 37,400 GBP and with everything competes with everything, from Skoda Superb and Volkswagen Passat to the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, the second generation 508 is a touch of fresh air.
Regardless of how good it looks, the 508 broadcast its work because sales in the so-called D segment (large family cars) scored a goal thanks to the enthusiasm for SUVs.
However, if there was ever a car to withdraw buyers, it could be the 508. Just like the designers of Peugeot Magic Dust via the old 3008 create a state-of-the-art, award-winning SUV, the old 508 salon was replaced by a breathtaking fastback.
With its bold new fifth -door “Coupé” design, it is good -looking from every perspective and offers elegant frameless doors, while it offers unique state -of -the -art i -cockpit inside Peugeot. And just like the SUV siblings, it also has a “claw effect -LED light” in the rear.
The elegant new 508 is 60 mm lower and 80 mm shorter than the outgoing model, while the width of 20 mm wins. And thanks to its unmistakable cheezer grill design, the lower bonnet and the aggressive attitude, it no longer looks in its class.
There is plenty of space in front, but thanks to this falling roof line it feels a little more comfortable. In fact, larger passengers of the back seat can find that the head brushes the roof, especially if the panoramic canopy is optimized.
If you raise the huge hatch, there is a 487 liter space in the pretty flat but deep trunk, which extends over the rear seats until 1,537.
There are five engines for the selection three diesel engines and two petrol engines, while a plug-in hybrid model 2019 is due.
The diesel engines begin with a 1.5-liter bluehdi that develops 130 hp, although the two 2.0-liter engines offer more electricity (160 hp and 180 hp). If you prefer gasoline, the 1.6-liter unit is delivered either 180 hp or 225 hp.
An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on all cars in the area of standard, with the exception of the 1.5-liter bluehdi 130 of the entry level, which is available with a six-speed manual.
The fastest 508, which has reached 62 km / h from a standstill). This engine also offers the lowest CO2 emissions at only 98 g/km.
At the start there are six equipment variant-active, Allure, GT Line, GT and Limited Run First Edition. The autonomous emergency braking (AEB) is by default in the entire area. Active receives an 8.0-inch touchscreen with SAT-NAV, which, however, has a 10-inch screen and heated seats.
Go for the cladding that is expected to get the most popular (GT line), and you get LED headlights, internal lighting around ambient, keyless admission and GO as well as a smartphone charging plate and dark, tinted rear windows.
They sit deep in the cabin and are not just the dashboard, and the interior in general, attractive with a premium feeling, it is also comfortable. The view is good, even though the rear hatch window is on the small side thanks to the Fastback design.
If you are not familiar with the 3008 or 5008 SUVs, the unique digital i-cockpit layout from Peugeot in the 508 may take some getting used to.
As you can see from the inner picture, I-Cockpit stacks place 12.3-inch digital dials over a small steering wheel, which is supplemented by a large touchscreen in the center console.
I-Cockpit is also not just the eye feast-it is a stylish, futuristic infotainment system with liquid, colorful graphics in a cabin that is cool and individual.
There is also a lot of thought about it. For example, the touchscreen can be fully navigated by touch, but Peugeot has also recognized example.
And a special mention for the optional night vision technology that makes it easier to recognize pedestrians or animals at night via an Infra-Red camera in front of the car on the street.
I tested the two 1.6-liter petrol turbo cars (180 and 225) plus the 1.5-liter diesel (130) with manual transmission.
The 1.6-liter 180-pureetech gasoline is expected to be the largest seller, although diesel engines are probably the most popular, since most 508s are probably bought by fleets and the motorways will occur.
Both cars with petrol moths cut off well. If at all, the 225 is a little Ott and the 180 is more than enough power for most than enough performance from 0 to 62 miles per hour of 7.9 seconds and a top speed of 143 km / h. With a smooth, refined delivery, it feels faster than it is, especially in sports mode, where it also sounds meaty.
The 8-speed automatic transmission moves smoothly enough and works particularly well in manual mode using the steering wheel paddles.
However, the revelation came when I tried the 1.5-liter bluehdi 130 diesel with the Slick 6-speed switching box. For more sporty drivers, this may be the one they looked because they immediately feel better connected.
It is an admirable civilized diesel with a lot of goals and it seems faster than its official 0-62 MPH period of 9.7 seconds. And of course a potential of 74.3 MPG is almost phenomenal.
No matter which engine you choose, the new 508 offers a sophisticated cabin, and although the journey is not as sophisticated as I hoped for when it is driven in a more spirited way, it is perfectly acceptable and drives well together. If you push it into corners, there is indeed a negligible body slim and it seems agile enough while the steering is light and direct.
After all, Peugeot has some consolation words for those of us who can remember if large French saloons generally mean higher than the usual depreciation. Similar to 3008, which claims Peugeot for the 508 remains of the class lines, it should be worth more than its competitors after three years, which is good for fleet, PCP offers and private cash buyers.
Verdict: The handsome brand new Peugeot 508 is a class act and shows perfectly that there are slim, safe, spacious and economic alternatives to the ubiquitous SUVs for families and managers.
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