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Peugeot 508 L II (Phase I, 2019) 350 THP PureTech (167 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Peugeot 508:
The Peugeot 508 is a mid-size/large family car produced by the French automaker Peugeot since 2010, and followed by the 508 SW, an estate version, in 2011. Since 2012, the 508 has been the flagship model by Peugeot, slotted above the 208 and 308 in size.
The 508 serves as the successor to both the 407 and 607 model lines, replacing both vehicles under a single nameplate for which no direct replacement was scheduled. It shares its platform and most engine options with the second generation Citroën C5: the two cars are produced alongside one another at the company's Rennes Plant, and in Wuhan, China, for sales inside China....(Read more on Wikipedia)
L II (Phase I, 2019) Overview:
Peugeot 508 (L II (Phase I, 2019)). With 245 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1478 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 230 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.
350 THP PureTech (167 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and highway cruising, feeling responsive thanks to its turbocharger.
Fuel Economy
Achieves a respectable 6.3 l/100 km, making it a reasonably economical choice for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Elegant and distinctive exterior design
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially with the long wheelbase
- • Efficient and refined PureTech turbocharged engines
- • High-quality cabin materials and i-Cockpit design
Cons:
- • Limited engine options (petrol only for this lineup)
- • i-Cockpit layout might not suit all drivers
- • Rear visibility can be compromised by the sleek design
- • Resale value might not match German rivals in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II SW (Phase I, 2018): 2018 - 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 508 |
| Generation: | L II (Phase I, 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 350 THP PureTech (167 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 167 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 104.5 Hp/l [92mm more] |
| Torque: | 245 Nm @ 1400-4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 113 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 165.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1478 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 513 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4870 mm mm [92mm more] |
| Width: | 1855 mm mm [52mm less] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2848 mm mm [55mm more] |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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