Reviews of Peugeot 408 in the West

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• [21:57 July 26 2010]
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Space of Peugoet 408 - the West

autodrum.com   
Distinctive styling and record interior space, especially designed for the Chinese market
The 408 follows the half-height architecture heritage successfully developed by Peugeot. Accordingly, the new notch-back saloon offers a maximum of space, visibility and luminosity for its occupants. Peugeot has paid particular attention to ensuring that the expectations of the Chinese clientele have been integrated in the design of the 408. With its exterior dimensions, the 408 offers an excellent combination of record interior space and a high level of safety.

Optimised Exterior Dimensions
At 4.68 m, its length contributes massively to the interior space due to:
– a 2.71 m wheelbase, for the maximum benefit of rear passengers, and to fulfill a strong expectation voiced by Chinese clients;
– front overhang limited to 938 mm and a rear overhang of 1,034 mm that creates a large rear load-carrying space.

Large width of 1.815 m, to provide excellent lateral passive safety and industry-leading interior space (e.g. shoulder width).
Height of 1.525 m, to stand apart in this saloon segment and to offer maximum interior space.

In the same vein, to fulfill styling and road holding demands, the designers have opted for wide tracks:
– 1.522 m for the front track;
– 1.503 m for the rear track.

Generously sized wheels, fitted with 215/55R16 and 215/50R17 tyres, also contribute to the 408's overall styling and to its handling performance.

With its high and optimised architecture and its wide tracks enhancing its dynamic and streamlined styling, the 408 promises road holding behaviour in line with the dynamic qualities contained in the Peugeot genes.

theautochannel.com   
Peugeot 408 Unveils
The car has an extended wheelbase allowing for more interior space and the sedan shape obviously allows for more boot space.

Topspeed.com   
Peugeot 408--First Image
The French automaker Peugeot has just added a new model to their lineup for the Chinese market. While the new Peugeot 408 is in fact a long wheelbase sedan based on the 308. The new car's name follows the Lion Marque's traditional nomenclature, with the number 4 referring to the size of the vehicle, which measures 4.68 meters in length, and its position in the midsize luxury saloon segment. The 0 denotes the 408 as a Peugeot, while the 8 signifies the sedan's generation.