Peugeot 408 (crossover)
| File:Peugeot logo.svg Peugeot logo | |
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Founded | 1810 |
| Founder | Jean-Pierre Peugeot |
| Headquarters | Paris , France |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Carlos Tavares (CEO of Stellantis) |
| Products | Automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles |
| Owner | Stellantis |
| Website | www |
Overview
The Peugeot 408—known as the Peugeot 408 X in the Chinese market—is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by the French brand Peugeot, which is part of the Stellantis group. Introduced in June 2022, this model is aimed at the C-segment, positioned between the 308 and the 3008 or 508. Its first public appearance took place at the 2022 Paris Motor Show.
Built upon the PSA EMP2 platform, also utilized by the third-generation 308, the 408 showcases a unique fastback silhouette combining characteristics of SUVs, hatchbacks, and sedans. Despite sharing its name, it has no mechanical connection to the Chinese-market 408 saloon, which is derived from an earlier version of the 308. Peugeot refers to this model as a "coupe crossover," highlighting its sporty styling and targeted market segment.
Overview
The development process for this vehicle by PSA Group spanned seven years due to its innovative concept, with Aurélie Bresson leading as project manager. Internally designated as P54, its design draws inspiration from the "2015 Advanced Design manifesto" concept. The Citroën C5 X shares its platform—the long-wheelbase version of the EMP2 V3—and overall height with the 408. The body shape achieves an aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.28, which is on par with conventional sedans. The 408 incorporates headlights, taillights, and a dashboard layout shared with the third-generation 308, developed concurrently.
Powertrain options available are similar to those in the 308 lineup: two plug-in hybrid petrol variants delivering and , alongside a base 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder PureTech petrol engine. All powertrains are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The petrol engine will be upgraded to a mild hybrid system by late 2023, followed by an all-electric e-408 variant.
Manufacturing began in 2022 at Mulhouse, France, and since January 2023 in Chengdu, China. In China, it is sold under the name 408 X to differentiate it from the older sedan model.
The distinctive blue shade of the 408 takes inspiration from the dichroic paintwork showcased on the 2017 concept.
408 First Edition
Peugeot’s UK branch introduced a limited First Edition run of 50 units based on the GT trim level.
Powertrain
The Peugeot 408 is offered exclusively with automatic transmissions; manual gearboxes are not available.
For markets outside Europe, a THP petrol engine variant is included.
An electric version is anticipated to launch during 2023 or 2024.
| Petrol engines | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | 1.2 PureTech | 1.6 PureTech Hybrid | 1.6 PureTech THP 215 | |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 + electric motor | 4 | |
| Type | Direct injection turbocharged | |||
| Displacement cm3 | 1199 | 1598 | ||
| 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 at 1750rpm | Thermic: 250 at 1750rpm Electric: 320 at 500–2500rpm Combined: 360 |
300 at 1750rpm | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic (EAT8) | 8-speed automatic (e-EAT8) | ||
| Notes | Euro 6d | For markets outside Europe | ||
Sales
| Year | Europe[lower-roman 1][1] | Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,047 | |
| 2023 | 9,729[2] | |
| 2024 | 11,986[3] |
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