Monday, February 7, 2011

Geneva 2011: Peugeot brings three versions of the new 308

Peugeot continues the rebuilding of the brand with high speed. In the new model of upper middle class Peugeot 508, on 12 March, are already at the dealership, then follow the compactness of the series 308th The French manufacturer is on the 308 as a sedan, station wagon (SW) and cabriolet convertible with electric roof plate (CC) from Thursday, 3rd March to Sunday 13 March 2011, at the Motor Show in Geneva to present the first time.


With the Peugeot 308 is one of the mass production of the PSA Group, with the new design DNA is shaped: round, fast, smooth, unadorned and elegant. The dimensions of the model remained unchanged. The front view shows the 308 a new interpretation of the radiator grille: plastic and less dominant than its predecessor.

The flowing lines of the characteristic "nose level" are now in the area between the headlamps and bonnet curved than before. The new headlight in clear glass to give the car a determined look. The dynamics of the front end is continued on the side. The liquid form through which language is reinforced at the shoulder line rising towards the rear orientation, through the side window area and extending into the C-pillar panoramic rear window.

The new 16-inch or 17-inch light-alloy wheels in diamond look, and the 18-inch alloy wheels of the GTi version in current gray support the dynamic performance. The rear design reinforced this dynamic. But in addition to the new look will provide the 308 to a first-class environmental performance.

After the 508 is Peugeot 308 now with the 1.6-liter HDi Euro-5 engine with particulate filter system (FAP) and 83 kW / 112 hp and the innovative micro-hybrid technology, e-HDi used. It is a start-stop system with a special, right after the engine starts quickly and smoothly-working Peugeot system.

It is offered in 508 with an automatic transmission. The 308 can also be combined with the handset. The micro-hybrid drive is not the only factor that contributes to reducing fuel consumption. The weight of the 308er fell by an average of 25 kilograms, it can be used with low rolling resistance 16-inch tires, and the drag coefficient is a compact car very good 0.28.

Together with the optimization of the engine range is the result of these measures, the 1.6-liter HDi engine with e-particulate filter system (FAP) and 83 kW / 112 hp with six-speed automated manual transmission, a value of 98 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometer. The driving range, the four petrol engines with ratings of 73 kW / 98 hp 147 kW / 200 hp at the GTi version and four diesel engines with 68 kW / 92 PS to 120 kW / 163 hp.

The Peugeot 308 is one of the compacts with a large space. Thus, the elbow is in the front seats in sedan and 1.46 meters 1.49 meters SW Cabriolet and the Coupé. In the back of these values lie at 1.47 meters and 1.32 meters in the CC. Strengthen a sense of space with numerous storage compartments in the interior of the 308, just under 42 liters.

The optimum use of space is also evident from the fact that the 308 SW - find seven occupants place - thanks to the optional additional seats. Even the luggage compartment offers ample storage space. The necessary values for a comparison to the VDA standard for all three models are still not available.

The CC, the rear design of the 308's predecessor will continue, but geared more horizontal, so that the rear end wins visually width. The ruby-red LED tail lights with light-curtain effect, sit outside and all going on until the vehicle flanks widen the rear end of the model and give the 308 CC spectacular headlight graphics.

The designers also laid emphasis on quality design. The result is a dashboard, which is characterized by smooth, clean lines. The specific version of the GTi seats go with red stitching, a specific labeling in the upper back area and an aluminum steering wheel ring with GTi logo at the start.

308 hatchback and SW can be equipped with optional panoramic roof. Through it increases the total glass area of the sedan to 4.86 m and that of SW to 5.58 m². The panorama roof can be shaded with an electric blind. A two-zone climate control is available as standard. The stiffness of the body structure is a guarantee for good driving behavior and thus active for security.

In view of the passive safety of the structure of the passenger compartment was designed so robust that it can withstand severe impact forces. Complements the passive safety by up to eight airbags in sedan and SW, up to six airbags at CC, two head airbags, retractable roll bar on board the CC and Isofix mountings for child seats.

In addition, the new Peugeot 308 offers the Connect services. The permit in an emergency in case of breakdown from exposure to a Assistance Center. Access to these services, the customer on the box or the Peugeot Connect telematics offer WIP Com 3D. (Ampnet / Sm)

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