Peugeot 3008, the new SUV images – Motori.it

The Casa del Leone revealed to the media the new Peugeot 3008 , the SUV segment “C” which totally distorts design and content of the generation it replaces, thus emphasizing the primary importance of this new model for the French manufacturer, both in terms of image, but especially for the business goals.

the general public will be able to admire for the first time the new Peugeot 3008 at the next Paris Motor Show (1 to 16 October 2016), while sales will start shortly after, but in the meantime we can already tell you every detail after having had the pleasure of watching her carefully to the presentation premiere in Paris.

As mentioned earlier, the new 3008 maintains in common with the previous version only the abbreviation that identifies it. Aesthetically, the car incorporates the latest design language trans manufacturer, especially the major similarities can be found with the smallest in 2008, especially at the front where we find the new template with a particularly “aggressive” that separates the headlights from the elongated design and elusive , while the hood features muscular ribs able to give a strong stage presence. The sides are distinguished by fairly high waistline , with the third tapered pillar that flows smoothly into the rear, the latter boasts the headlights reminiscent of those used by the 308 and boast the presence of suggestive Led , set on either side of the vertical tailgate.

as for the interior space, the 3008 allows you to comfortably accommodate 4 adults, but for short distances can carry up to 5 people, while your bags are placed in a large room by 520 liters , which if necessary can accommodate objects up to 3 meters if you break down the rear seat backrests with the function called “ Magic Flat . ” Last but not least, the cargo volume increases its versatility thanks to sliding and adjustable floor in two positions.

The range of engines includes the 1.2 liters PureTech 3 cylinder petrol engine of 130 hp mated to the manual or to automatic), the 1.6 liter THP 165 bhp with automatic transmission and diesel 1.6 HD 120 hp (change manual and automatic) and 2.0 liter HDi , 150 and 180 hp, the latter only with automatic transmission.

Driving the 3008 appreciates the agility offered by the new modular platform EMP2 , which is lighter by about 100 kg on average compared to that used by the previous generation of the French SUV. The car also features a high ride comfort and is focusing on safety and driving pleasure offered by sophisticated devices like the ‘ Advanced Grip Control and Hill Descent Control, which optimizes traction and driving downhill off-road, with the addition of the automatic emergency braking and the system that keeps the roadway and facilitates overtaking. There are also useful devices such as adaptive cruise control , the one who reads the signs and the detector of fatigue.