2013 Peugeot 208 R5 Rally Car Picture, Specification, Review and Another New Car Release

Peugeot at the booth, there is a unit that is very disturbing eye and curiosity of visitors and journalists. His features cool, futuristic and stylish. This car is none other than the Peugeot RCZ sports coupe, a sedan that became the first product to use the identity of the latest Peugeot lion logo. Unlike other series, the RCZ is a special variant that does not use a numbering system with a single or double zero.Sports sedan debut appearing in Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007 and was targeting a segment of modern, dynamic, extrovert, unique and sensitive to masculine values. Exterior shape athletic, elegant and aerodynamic, as it gives new energy to the driver. Combination roof 'double-bubble' and the rear windscreen, as well as two aluminum arches give the image a distinctive, memorable sensual and modern.The combination forms a characteristic headlights car bearing the male lion is reinforced with large wheels, active rear spoiler and rear lamps, which gives a memorable seductive, power, technology and distinction. Interestingly, active rear spoiler has 2 positions that can be adjusted to the speed of the car. The aim is to ensure a balance between fuel consumption with control on the highway.For example, at position 1, will be open 9 degrees when the speed is 85 km / h, and will re-close if running less than 55 km / h. While in position 2, the speed is 155 km / h will open 34 degrees, and will return to position 1 on the acceleration of 145 km / h. The driver can choose to activate the rear spoiler manually or automatically.
     
Interior

    The interior is luxurious and impressive high-tech. The position of the lower seat is ideal to enjoy a driving RCZ .. Dashboard design is sleek and efficient, and very typical of a coupe. Supported by the use of high-quality fuels and elegant and sporty interior gives a special atmosphere.

    The eyes of the driver and passengers served next to a clock which is located in the center of the instrument panel with background metal uniqueness impressive.

    For added convenience, the car is equipped with electric door mirror, two-zone automatic air conditioning system, driver & front passenger seat heat, electrochrome rear view mirror, electronic door mirror, RD4 audio system, tuner, MP3, CD audio system, exterior courtesy lighting, rear parking assistance, alarm, leather seats and trims.

    Machinery and Safety

    Behind the engine hood stored EP6CDT Turbo 16 valve, VVT capacity of 1598 cc, with a power output reaches 156hp/5.800 Nm/14.000 rpm and 240 rpm. Euro 5 standard car has automatic gearbox with performance 7.3 liter fuel economy for a distance of 100 km with CO2 emissions of 168g/km.

    Apply RCZ suspension platform 2, the MacPherson front suspension and rear with Deformable crossmember, which is able to provide driving pleasure and stability on the road.

    For braking, the RCZ include ESP, ABS, EBD and EBA. The two front wheels are equipped with ventilated disc with diagonal circuit system, and disc diagonal circuit system at the rear wheels. Other equipment such as electronic parking brake and hill assist. For the comfort and safety factor, embedded intelligent traction control with ESP as standard, WIP Com 3D.
     
To the front, the structure of the RCZ is a combination of three forces that are able to absorb energy in the event of frontal impact maximum. Active bonnet system is developed to reduce the effects of an impact with a pedestrian, without compromising the design of the car. For passive safety, are available include 3-point seatbelts, 4 air bags (two in front, and two on the side), seatbelt warning display unit, 3 door rear seat belts, pedestrian impact, and reinforced safety cage.Peugeot RCZ is available in two variants, namely the type of Sport for Rp657, 5 million and the dibanderoli Premium price Rp689, 1 million. Everything is priced off the road DKI Jakarta. Available colors are pearl white, gray and nera black sharkPeugeot Sport re-open a new chapter in the world rely to bring Type R5 208. Previous Peugeot had fluttered down with Marcus Gronholm currently using 207. Up to now, 207 is still dominated by the Super 2000 rally scene and won six titles International Rally Challenge.The concept is used 208 times is different and will focus on Group A. Specifications cars, motion all-wheel drive, sequential gearbox, with no central differential and suspension with long strides.
 
To be entered in the category of R5, must originate from the bulk product by the number of production 25,000 units. Specifications are also the same as the version of the new highway in accordance FIA ??regulations 2013. Duni motorsport organization that gives maximum price benchmark class is R5 180 000 euros, or about USD 2.23 billion. includes taxes."Specification R5 made with a more affordable cost optimization. For that we assemble the components that have been adapted but the quality is still the best. Includes material for the chassis and engine," said Bertrand Vallat, Peugeot Sport Technical Manager and Project Leader Type R5 208.Turbo EnginesSince the first class, many changes were made to the engine of made in bulk, ie 1.6-liter capacity EP6CD dlengkapi with turbo (EP6CDT). With it, gained more power, which is 280 rpm and a torque of 400 PS@6.000 Nm@2.500 rpm.Used to move the 5-speed manual transmission with a 5-speed sequential control. "We've done over 5,000 km endurance test including resetting all components," commentator Vallat.The weight is also considered to be more flexible maneuver. Now 40 pounds lighter than its predecessor 20, but adapted to the minimum weight of the FIA, 1,200 kg. Moreover, installing suspension Pseudo MacPherson front suspension that makinoptimal stability.Officially Type R5 208 will go down in the rally championship 2013 and the Intercontinental Rally Challenge is targeted, the European Rally Championship and the National Championship.R5 Peugeot 208 rally car that will replace the Peugeot 207 Super 2000 shown at PMS 2012. Not only as a rally car, Peugeot 208 R5 version will also be available general production version.Peugeot 208 R5 will remain consistent focus on the Group A rally racing. And R5 will still take basic standard production version of the Peugeot 208. Just different specifications such as all-wheel drive (AWD), sequential gearbox, with no center differential, sport suspension, aero kit and the car weighs only 1,200 kg.Peugeot 208 R5 has the dimensions of length 3962 mm, width 1820 mm with a wheelbase of 2560. For the 2013 regulations FIA predetermined price, Peugeot 208 R5 pegged at a price of no more than 180,000 euros, or about USD 2248 billion. Price equal to the supercar class of vehicle course."We're targeting the sector performance to higher than S2000. For that matter we're more focused machine for durability that can be used until the mileage between 3,000 and 5,000 km. Thus able to reduce our expenses during the race," said Bertrand Vallat , Technical Manager of Peugeot Sport and Leadership Project Type R5 208.R5 Peugeot 208 will be powered engine capacity of 1.6 liter four-cylinder turbo engine that replaces the 2.0-liter. With the new smaller engine is capable of producing 280 hp at 6,000 rpm rotation with peak torque of 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm.R5 Peugeot 208 Peugeot Sport will be assembled at facilities located in Velizy. For the test program will be conducted at the end of this year.But for a production version would not be as expensive version of the rally car. And has been adapted for use as a city car in general and will be available in mid-2013.The manufacturer Peugeot will seduce lovers rally to introduce 208 Type R5. Hatchback looking rally cars will perform at the event the Paris Motor Show which will take place 27 September 2012 to come.Reported Inautonews, Peugeot 208 Type R5 is to replace the 207 Super 2000. The plan of this car will enter production line in the second half of 2013."After 208 R2, Peugeot Sport open a new sports variant of Type R5 208 through 208. This car will replace the 207 Super 2000 which is known to have the technical performance and commercial support of motorsport," explains Peugeot sources in his official statement.Type R5 Peugeot 208 will be powered 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine capable of spraying power 208 bhp at 6,000 rpm rotation with peak torque of 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm.Workers who formulated the kitchen runway channeled into four roa (All-wheel drive) with the help of a five-speed automatic transmission system sequential. Peugeot 208 Type R 5 has the dimensions of length 3962 mm, width 1820 mm with a wheelbase of 2560.

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2013 Peugeot RCZ Coupe Picture, Specification, Review and Another New Car Release

Peugeot displays RCZ sportscar official photos of the Coupe version of Facelift 2013. The most obvious changes to the Peugeot RCZ 2013 is located on the front body. Where is the big grille looks more charming with made-rise, and the panel separating the airdam on the lower side. Then, sharply angled design head lamp bulbs replaced Peugeot typical blunt-ended oval.
  Popular bonnet shape is retained, but the Peugeot lion logo located at the end now appears plain without the black background. While fog lamp design with LED system designed slanted parallelogram displacing version.
Curved roof design with two protrusions remained behind in order to provide relief headroom on passengers who are still configured 2 +2. Oiya, roof pillars bow models with aluminum shades are still there. Peugeot also decided to carry out the design on the rim rombakan RCZ Coupe 2013 now ginkgo flower-shaped and Y previously stripped bolt design.
While the Peugeot rear lamp design that tapers to the side with a blend of red and white mica that is different from the old version. In a way, 2013 RCZ look more beautiful and mature, like the figure of Andrea Corr (The Corrs vocalist) in the version of the car.
Impression of luxury on the interior of the car that dominated the color gray membalur steering wheel, dashboard, to the seat trim. Black screen on the center console and the gear lever is the only color variations.

 
Digital analog clock flanked by 2 holes air conditioners and GPS full color display that is embedded in the dashboard to display sweetener Peugeot RCZ body in 2013.
Reportedly RCZ 2013 still uses a gasoline engine 1.6-liter turbo-powered 156 hp which is also embedded at this time. In addition, there is also a choice of 2.0-liter diesel engine diesel with power 163 hp and 340 Nm of torque which was released in the country.
It is a stereotype that European vehicles were known as comfort. But, through the shortest route to the surrounding roadway Kemang, KompasOtomotif can enjoy a little sport coupe agility and acceleration that.
Before the road, when it entered into a sport-style cabin is elegant, the RCZ is available with a 2 +2 seat configuration or 4 passengers with the highest priority on the front. Lebihg broad dimensions with features that have been applied to many luxury cars or sports, such as electronic control seat in the front, cruise control with speed limiter, Bluetooth telephone and audio connector.
Wow, just when the engine on the starter at the beginning of the sound could be heard. After that, everything returns to silence in the cabin. It's like on a luxury sedan with a watertight cabin design is good. Then, we can not just move the shift knob, the brakes should be used to only be shifted from P to D mode, the new Kupe drove smoothly.
Initial sensation when riding RCZ feels like being in a luxury sedan. When passing a bumpy road has been muted by the suspension system is good, so it feels soft. When the gas pedal is pressed, the machine powered 158.17 PS very responsive. This fierce force ready to be tamed by a set of brake systems ranging from Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA).
But unfortunately, due to running short test drive and limited, it can only convey KompasOtomotif of Peugeot RCZ sports coupe is priced at USD 700 million for this on the road.

 
Paris Motor Show 2012 will be held from 29 September to 14 October is one of the prestigious automotive performance world, it is no doubt that many leading automotive manufacturers in the world are preparing their latest products to perform at this special event. Peugeot is a French manufacturer giant appears to have very ready to perform at the Paris Motor Show, in addition to showing concept cars (2008 CUV and Onyx), Peugeot will introduce a facelift model of the Peugeot RCZ Coupe.
This facelift model could dikatakatan comes a little late, because this new facelift model comes more than two years after a two-door sports car was first sold in Europe. Some changes in the latest version of the Peugeot RCZ Coupe you can see the shape of her body, on the front grill looks new models use the larger, followed by changes to the bumper, LED lights and headlamp dusk participating redesigned. Besides the wheel rim is also seen getting a new design.
Seeing quite a number of changes that made the Peugeot on the front, there is the possibility of the French manufacturers are also doing some changes to the interior and also the area of ??energy production. Until now there has been no official explanation for the interior of the Peugeot and energy production area, a little patience for the details of the Peugeot RCZ Coupe facelift will be revealed in a few days rather diajang Paris Motor Show 2012.

 
The car was first introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2009 now can be immediately ordered to take home to your garage. In fact it turns out the car is valued Rp. To $ 657 million. 689 million (off the road) reportedly has sold five units know!
Peugeot Sport coupe made into Indonesia is a 1600 cc turbo petrol version which mengasilkan power 156 hp and torque of 240nm at 5.800rpm at 1,400 rpm. Actually, in his home country also has a version of the RCZ diesel matic and manual transmission options.
However, PT Astra International, a Peugeot car manufacturers in Indonesia failed to bring it here because the specifications are too high. "We intend to bring our diesel products to Indonesia, but the specifications of existing solar insufficient" said Constaninus Herlijoso who is the CEO of Peugeot Sales Operation PT Astra International.
Fortunately Peugeot RCZ is trafficked by PT Astra International was able to drink gasoline with 95 octane specification. This means that the sports coupe from France could drink gasoline Pertamax plus or Shelll class super extra.

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2014 Peugeot 208 GTi Picture, Specification, Review and Another New Car Release

It's become a tradition for Peugeot to issue fast variance for their flagship model, the series of 20. The new series of cars that inhabit the supermini segment or compact hatchback is 208 and released later this year. And like its predecessor generations, the French manufacturer is also preparing for a hot variant 208, the 208 GTi. Even in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2012 ago, they've introduced a concept version.And now Peugeot 208 GTi introduce the production version. Compared with the concept version, there is almost no significant difference on the exterior. At the front, Peugeot designers retained its oval headlights combined with trapezoidal grille and honeycomb motif. Right under the hood it says 'Peugeot' that can emit red light. What distinguishes the area is the absence of a flag on the version of the concept under the grille. This is replaced with a bright red color.From the side of the manufacturers also defend the outside rearview mirror with chrome accents that allow a luxurious feel to the car. To peleknya also still use the 17-inch size with the same motive. But the Peugeot eliminate red accents seen on the concept version. Posts 'GTI' red at the C-pillar is made to differentiate with 208 regular version. Meanwhile back at the production version of the 208 GTi is not much of a difference as compared with the concept version. LED lamps, rear diffuser whitewash black, and chrome-plated twin exhaust retained.
 
As with the exterior, the inside of the 208 GTi also look exactly like the concept version. The manufacturer presents elements encrusted leather cabin. Detailed affixed red stitching on the seats, steering wheel crossbar three with a flat bottom shaped, dashboard, gear lever, handbrake lever and door trim as well. Not only that, the color red is used as pencahayaab around the instrument panel. The interesting thing there is the trim around the doors and the AC grid that comes with a color according to the vehicle body.Meanwhile, from the technical side, engineers Peugeot do some modifications to give a good and satisfying ride for the driver. Improvements include re-modify the steering and suspension systems are now using a new anti-roll bar, coupled with the subframe at the front and at the rear crossmember. Also from the dimensions, on the front of the three-door car has a size of 10 mm wider at the front and 20 mm wider at the rear than the regular version.Peugeot 208 GTi's mechanical heart holding capacity of 1600 cc which is equipped with a 4-cylinder turbo capable of spraying power of 197 hp with a torque of 275 Nm. For transmission, the Peugeot rely on manual 6-speed transmission. And for peformanya, the manufacturer claims that this car is capable of reaching speeds of 100 km / h in less than 7 seconds.The car will debut at the upcoming Paris Motor Show 2012 also has the type of special edition to celebrate the launch. 208 GTI special edition comes with a white, 17-inch rims with red accents around his distinctive emblem in the form of the Peugeot lion standing, and also kaehadiran French flag beneath the grille. For the interior, there are specific features such as navigation systems, HiFi, and plaque production number.
Peugeot 208 GTi version levels rise after start production early next year. Peugeot 206 is a replacement, the more macho appearance with the addition of accessories and greater power. Scheduled, this model is sold in the second emester 2013.Peugeot 208 GTI uses a lower front bumper and side skirts with sporty design. Furthermore, chosen from the 17-inch wheels wrapped in carbon tire 205/45. As for brakes, front and rear discs with a diameter of 302 mm and 249 mm.Updates striking, now decorated with LED halogen eyes. Only available three-door variant, which differentiates it from the standard 208. Aura fresh and modern feel in the cabin because of the seat, steering wheel and door panels that use leather, combined color maroon red stitches.
 To spur this car, Peugeot 1.6-liter turbocharged engine installed generating tenaga197 PS and maximum torque of 275 Nm. Acceleration 0-100 kph in under 7 seconds.-Peugeot will show off the hatchback model Peugeot 208 GTI in the event the Paris auto show this month.208 GTI design equipment based on the concept car that was showcased in the Geneva auto show earlier this year. The only major change seems to be on a conventional wheel mounting told Auto Car.Previous boss says Peugeot 208 GTI will not be a sexy hatchback models like the Renault Clio 200. Rather, it believes there is still sexy hatchback market for daily activities.But Peugeot Product Director Laurent Blanchet said the company wants 205 genes in 208 GTI GTI incarnate and "sensation of driving and best-in-class handling should be similar to the legendary 205 GTI.Shape dimension 208 GTI look lower and wider than the standard model 208 with three doors.Very fortunate for consumers in the UK who have a special edition Peugeot 208 GTi. Because the new hatchback is a French limited 25 units. Of course there are differences of detail that makes 208 GTi looks more amazing when cruising down the highway. Naturally, when it reached 20,495 pounds.To be truly special, only 25 units are dibalur color "Pearly White Satin" and mounted 17-inch alloy wheels colored Black Onyx with a unique design and a red disc calipers.Each car will be on display national flags British "Union Jack" is seen at the bottom of the grille. To be certain that this GTi Peugeot lovers enjoyed in England.
 
There will be a serial number on the instrument panel in the cockpit. Satellite Navigation and also paired for the first time in a Peugeot vehicle is Digital Radio (DAB).Seat as optional leather upholstery is paired material combined fabric and sewn with red thread. So the more impressive sportsmanship.Production of this special edition GTI will begin in April 2013 and will be delivered to customers after its official launch in May.The presence of 208 GTI special edition of 25 units, thanks so enthusiastic consumers in the UK at the pemesannya 208 has reached more than 11,000 units.

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2014 Peugeot RCZ R Concept | Car Picture, Specification, Review and Another New Car Release

Peugeot RCZ design offers more sensual, elegant and cool compared to the previous model. Additionally Peugeot RCZ 2014 will be armed with powerful engines.Even with the roof 'double-bubble' (twin bubbles), New RCZ comes with a fresh face, where the new grille. New headlights with halogen rely background Aluminum or Titanium Xenon background.Posts 'Peugeot' slip grille. Rows of LED lights still adorn the front of the car.Roof arches are available in colors Aluminium, Matt Black Sand or new. Carbon roof option with a touch of Matt or Satin.There are six exterior colors Opal White, Pearlescent White, Nera Black, Mercury Grey, Charcoal Grey and Blue Dolphin. Two new colors are provided for you in the form of Bistre and Moroccan Red.You can choose several petrol engines: 1.6 liter THP (200 hp) 6-speed manual transmission, the 1.6 liter THP (156 hp) 6-speed manual transmission, the 1.6 liter THP (156 hp) 6-speed automatic transmission. There will be only one engine 2.0 liter HDi FAP diesel engine (163 hp) 6-speed manual transmission, this engine won the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring in 2010.Sports coupe gets interior improvements will be sold in the first quarter of 2013. Peugeot RCZ, 2014 and will feature RCZ R Concept at the Paris Motor Show 2012.Back remember when Honda showed the concept car at the Beijing Motor Show 2012 event in April. Using the model name of the Concept S, the car is staying digadang as the next generation of luxury MPV Honda Odyssey.Honda Concept S car is a combination of the type of car MPV and hatchback. With a modern and futuristic look, this car as a family car illustrates the future with a smaller form factor and compact.Now Honda again showed Concept S in the form of video. Indeed, there is currently no official details of the specifications shown in the Honda. But from this video shows confidence if Honda will soon present the production version of the Concept S is.
 
According to various rumors circulating, the Honda still has not spoke out whether S Concept is a new model Odyssey MPV or present a new model. But we can be sure, Honda showed the video is indeed the purpose of participation in the exhibition Paris Motor Show 2012.For now you should not take too many assumptions are not clear. So, just wait the official information likely Honda will also appear before the Paris Motor Show begins. Here's interesting video from Concept Honda for model S.The manufacturer Peugeot has prepared the latest generation 208 sedan hatchback that will be shown at IIMS 2012. Not only have the standard version but also prepare Peugeot GTi models to prepare the model for Type R5 208 rally car.
 
The news of course is the sedan version of the GTI hatchback and model-looking rally car will be introduced at the Paris Motor Show which will take place 27 September 2012 to come. While in IIMS 2012 will be introduced later estimated that the standard model will be marketed in Indonesia.As reported Inautonews, Saturday (15/09), Peugeot 208 Type R 5 is set to replace the Peugeot 207 Super 2000. And the plan's Peugeot 208 Type R5 will debut in the inaugural race rally in the second half 2013."After 208 R2, Peugeot Sport opened a new chapter of sport variant with Type R5 208. This car is going to replace the 207 Super 2000 which is known to have the technical performance and commercial support of motorsport," explains Peugeot in his official statement.Type R5 Peugeot 208 will be powered engine capacity of 1.6 liter four-cylinder turbo engine that replaces the 2.0-liter. With the new smaller engine is capable of producing 280 hp at 6,000 rpm rotation with peak torque of 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm.Engine performance will be channeled to all four wheels (all-wheel drive) and automatic transmission systems support fivesequential acceleration. Peugeot 208 Type R 5 has the dimensions of length 3962 mm, width 1820 mm with a wheelbase of 2560. For the price didatakan the FIA, Peugeot 208 Type R 5 is said to be more than 180,000 euros, or about USD 2248 billion.The car was first introduced officially at the Frankfurt Auto Show 2009 is equipped with advanced features and latest technology. Peugeot RCZ with a sporty appearance and unique design typical European sports cars, is indeed worthy of being the center of attention wherever the car was speeding.Impression of hi-tech sports car coupe capable presented with the front grille of the car look different sports in general coupled with the rear-wing which can be controlled via a button on the steering wheel.Performance is also quite capable in harmony with the appearance of ever winning the Auto Express Special Design Award 2010. Through EP6CDT engine 1600 cc Turbo dipanggulnya, this car can produce power up to 156hp.


 An Auto Show event will always be the most anticipated exhibitions. Because it would be the answer to the curiosity of the product and the latest variant of a brand vehicles. And at the Paris Motor Show 2012 end of the month can certainly be scattered concept car. And one New BMW Concept Active Tourer.New BMW Concept Active Tourer (CAT) has reportedly also soon enter the production line as well as the BMW 1 Series GT. Active Tourer Concept will have the same platform with the next-generation MINI. In other words, BMW confirmed the rumors about the use of front-wheel drive (FWD) on one of the new generation.As reported by Carscoop, Saturday (15/09), hatchback concept car BMW has dimensions of length 4350 mm, width 1834 mm, height 1560 mm and 2670 mm long whellbase. In other words, the concept model is shorter than the New Mercedes-Benz B-Class has a length of 4359 mm, but BMW is wider than the B-Class is only 1786 mm.CAT BMW comes with a futuristic design style and has a high level of aerodynamics. This is reflected through the front grill and hood of a modern design. This car feels more sporty using a set of five-spoke alloy wheels measuring 20 inches.For cabin space, BMW tried to keep the style and trademark. It can be seen in leather and wood accents are still reliable. A variety of the latest features and updates will go down in the dashboard like a digital instrument cluster with a 10.25-inch screen and the heads-up display.Then for cardiac pacemaker sector and as previously discussed. BMW will use the engine capacity of the new three-cylinder 1.5-liter TwinPower Turbo. This engine will be combined with an electric motor and lithium-ion (or using technology Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid).This three-cylinder engine to drive the front was rear electric motors for propulsion.BMW claims the machine is capable of producing a total of 190 hp. And with this engine performance acceleration from 0-100 km / h can be achieved with less than 8 seconds. Being top speed is limited to 200km / h.Then, for an average fuel consumption of BMW claims 2.5 lt/100km. As for the recorded CO2 emissions 60g/km. BMW CAT while using 100 percent electric power up to be able to cover a distance of 30 km with one full recharge the batteries.

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Peugeot RCZ

The Peugeot RCZ is a sports car bogus by Peugeot. It has been on auction back May 2010 and is currently accessible in about 80 countries.It was clearly alien at the Frankfurt Auto Appearance in 2009 and was initially appear as the 308 RCZ abstraction car at the 2007 Frankfurt show. It is accumulated by Magna Steyr, a accessory of Magna International.The RCZ has been a bartering success for Peugeot. The 30,000th one came off the accumulation band on June 21st, 2011.

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New Peugeot 508 Officially Unveiled, gets HYbrid4 Variant with 200HP and AWD

The all-new Peugeot 508 has been officially revealed following the leakout of the first photos earlier today. Available in sedan and station wagon body styles, the 508 replaces two cars in Peugeot's range, the 407 and 607. The French marque's Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat contender will make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show in late September and go on sale early next year.

The 508 is the production version of the '5 by Peugeot' concept car seen in Geneva this past March, and according to Peugeot, it introduces the firm's new -and more subtle- design language as previewed on the SR1 Concept sports car. Expect to see the same type of grille finding its way on all future Peugeot models.

For the first time we get a look at the 508's interior, which according to the French carmaker, combines hi-tech features with the use of "high quality materials" both "visually and to the touch".

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New Peugeot 508 Sedan and SW: First Official Photos

Say 'bonjour' to the all-new Peugeot 508, the first official pictures of which were leaked onto the web today. Designed to replace both the Opel Insignia-challenging 407 and the larger 607, the French automaker's new mid-size contender will have its first public outing at the Paris Motor Show at the end of September, and go on sale across Europe and other markets early next year.

Peugeot previewed the new 508 at this year's edition of the Geneva Salon with a concept sedan model, called the "5 by Peugeot". The production version has remained more or less true to the concept car

Along with the first photos of the sleek-looking sedan, we also have pictures of its load-loving station wagon brethren that will cater the needs of those looking for a more practical and possibly more spacious proposal in the mid-size segment.

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New Peugeot 508 RXH with AWD Diesel-Electric Hybrid Drivetrain Takes on Audi�s A4 Allroad Quattro

Only a week after we brought you spy shots of Peugeot�s high-riding 508 SW, and the French carmaker released the first official photos of the production model that will carry the RXH moniker, ahead of its world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September of 2011.
The new nameplate isn�t the only thing that differentiates Peugeot�s new crossover from the rest of the brand�s Outdoor models as the 508 RXH comes with all-wheel drive, courtesy of the Hybrid4 diesel-electric hybrid drivetrain.

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Point, Click and Hold: Peugeot�s Novel Ad Campaign Makes Users Concentrate on Their Computer Screens

Ever see one of those stupid competitions where a group of people try and see who can keep their hands on a car or a truck the longest, and the person who does actually wins that car or truck?
If you haven�t, there�s a documentary called Hands on a Hard Body that covers this in detail, but suffice to say it�s like watching American Idol if all the contestants were unemployed hicks and weren�t required to do anything but stand up there on stage.
So French carmaker Peugeot, never being one to shy away from reinventing something old for the internet age, took the concept and turned it into an interactive webpage.

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SCOOP: Peugeot Trying Out New High-Riding 508 Outdoor

It has only been a few months since Peugeot spun out its newly designed 508 mid-size model in both saloon and Station Wagon formats, but the French acarmaker is already working on a new derivative inspired by its high-riding 207 Outdoor model.
Our spy photographers snagged a prototype version of the 508 Outdoor testing on European roads. Even though Peugeot�s full-body plastic wraps leave much to the imagination, it is obvious that the car rides on a jacked up suspension.

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Peugeot Announces Special Edition RCZ Asphalt for the UK

Peugeot has opened the order books for a new limited edition version of its funky looking RCZ sports coupe. The United Kingdom will receive only 75 right-hand drive examples of the RCZ �Asphalt� with pricing set at �29,995 (equal to US$47,840 and �33,540) a piece.
The Asphalt is based on the top-of-the-range GT trim featuring a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 200-horses.

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