Peugeot announced that it’s re-entering the compact SUV market with the brand new 4008 crossover. Sales will beginduring the first half of 2012, initially concentrating on fast-growing SUV markets like Russiaand China.
The 4008 is 4.3metres long, 1.8m wide and has a height of 1.6m. Quite compact indeed, andapparently very versatile. The front endfeatures LED daylight running lightsthat accentuate the new Peugeot front grille with its proud lion emblem. Off-roadfans will be delighted by the body sill protectors and prominent wheel archprotector trims, as well as 18-inch alloywheels and a reversing camera. The AWDsystem has three modes, namely 2WD, AWDand LOCK, which apply in accordance to the prevailing driving conditions.
Some comfort features include a touch-screen satellite navigation system, interior side LED lightsfor better reading, and a glass panoramicroof for true captive escapism.
Four engines are on the table, starting with a 1.6-litre naturally aspirated one with 85kW of power and 152Nm of torque. Then a 2.0-litre113kW/ 198Nm follows, upped by two diesels in the form of a 1.5 HDi worth 82kW and 270Nm, as well as a 1.8 HDisending off 110kW and 300Nm.
We probably will see the 4008 in South Africa in 2012, if Peugeot can prove a sound businesscase for it. I don’t see why not.
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