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Peugeot 301 facelift 2017 1.5 BlueHDi (102 Hp)
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Peugeot 301:
The Peugeot 301 is a subcompact sedan produced by the French automaker Peugeot since 2012. It was announced to the public in May 2012, with an official launch that took place at the Paris Motor Show in September. The 301 is built at Peugeot's Vigo plant in Spain, alongside its twin Citroën C-Elysée, and has been manufactured in China since November 2013. It is also assembled as a CKD in other markets such as Kazakhstan and Nigeria.
Sales of the 301 commenced in November 2012, initially in Turkey, and later in other markets in Western Asia , Africa, Latin America, Central Europe, Eastern Europe and Greece. Designed specifically for emerging markets, the 301 is not sold in core Western European markets or RHD markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2017 Overview:
Peugeot 301 (facelift 2017). It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.8 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 189 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 BlueHDi (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong torque delivery ensures responsive acceleration and confident overtaking, making it feel more potent than its horsepower figure suggests.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel efficiency, positioning it as an extremely economical choice for high mileage drivers and long-distance travel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Very large boot capacity
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Strong value proposition in target markets
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and design
- • Limited advanced safety and driver-assist technologies
- • Uninspiring driving dynamics and steering feel
- • Not available in all global markets
- • Petrol engines can feel underpowered at highway speeds (especially 1.2 PureTech)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2017: 2017 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 301 |
| Generation: | facelift 2017 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 BlueHDi (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 3500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Engine Model/Code: | YHY DV5RD More details about the engine YHY DV5RD |
| Engine displacement: | 1499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Maximum speed: | 189 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1332 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 506 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4445 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1748 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1466 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2652 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1748 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1953 mm |
| Front overhang: | 819 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 974 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 142 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
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