Technical characteristics of the Peugeot 208 2019-2020 and fuel consumption

The content of the article:

• Dimensions and weight
• Dynamic characteristics
• Braking system and suspension
• Optics
• Prices and configuration

Peugeot cars have always been famous for their small dimensions, comfortable interior and stylish exterior design. Many say that this particular company has become the hallmark of France. For the first time, the compact Peugeot 208 was presented in March 2012 at the Geneva Motor Show. The first memories of the new subcompact car appeared back in 2010. Starting in March 2013, the car entered the territory of Russia, and since 2016, due to the economic situation, supplies have ceased.

The new generation of Peugeot 208 2019 was presented at the same auto show in Geneva, in March 2019. A few months later, the novelty entered the European automotive market. The model has received noticeable changes, both externally and internally. Similar changes were made to the technical part, the choice of the buyer was presented to the gasoline, diesel and all-electric version of the hatchback. A mechanical or automatic transmission works in tandem with the engine. Front-wheel drive only.

Dimensions and weight Peugeot 208 2019-2020

The new Peugeot 208 2019 belongs to the class of compact cars, so you should not expect large dimensions and a spacious trunk. This is not the first generation of the hatchback, so there is something to compare with, respectively, and understand how much the size of the new item has changed.

As you can see, the dimensions of the new Peugeot are small, which will allow you to perfectly maneuver in tight city traffic, as well as easily find a parking space. To understand how much the new Peugeot 208 has changed in size and weight, comparing it with the previous generation.

Comparing the last two generations of Peugeot 208, we can conclude that the last generation has grown in size, added weight and has become significantly better in design. Among connoisseurs of small hatchbacks, the popularity of the new Peugeot 208 will clearly be at its best.

Technical and dynamic characteristics of the Peugeot 208 2019

As they said, the choice of the buyer will be offered gasoline, diesel engines, as well as an all-electric version of the hatchback. Officially, so far, complete sets with gasoline (4 units) and one diesel engine have gone on sale. There is practically no information on the electric version of the hatchback, although 100% plan to bring it to the market.

Diesel engine Peugeot 208 2019-2020:

Compared to the previous generation Peugeot 208 2015, the number of units has decreased. Instead of three diesel units, there is now only one, but gasoline engines have increased power. Changes also occurred in the transmission, now an 8-speed automatic transmission is available, previously there was 6 tbsp. Automatic transmission If we talk about a fully electric version of the Peugeot 208, then it has not yet been presented, but there are some facts about the new product. The electric motor is in no way inferior to the gasoline or diesel version, the power of the electric car is 136 horses, and the maximum torque is 280 Nm. In a pair they promise to install an automatic transmission or a variator. The drive will be front only. Thanks to this set, the new electric car will overcome the 100 km / h mark in 8.1 seconds. The battery charge will last for 340 km without recharging, if we take into account the measurements of the WLTP standard.

The engineers used a battery with a capacity of 50 kW * h as a battery. From a regular outlet, such a battery can be charged up to 100% in 16 hours. If you use a special charger, then up to 80% will be enough to charge in 30 minutes. You can also purchase an intermediate charger Wall Box, with a capacity of 7.4 kW. It takes 8 hours to fully charge.

Braking system and suspension

The basis for the new Peugeot 208 hatchback was the CMP platform (for the electric version there will be the e-CMP platform). It is thanks to this platform that the total weight of the car has decreased by 30 kg. As a result, the aerodynamics of the car have improved, the comfort in the cabin has improved and the noise has decreased.

The brake system of the new Peugeot 208 hatchback is disc, front ventilated discs, rear non-ventilated discs. It is worth noting that ventilated disc brakes can also be installed at the rear for the top-end configuration. Initially, the manufacturer claimed that the hatchback will be based on 17 ″ wheels. After the start of sales, it became known that the manufacturer decided to install 16 ″ alloy wheels. As an option, they suggest installing 17 ″ or 18 ″, since the wheel arches allow it.

Optics of the new Peugeot hatchback

The new generation of Peugeot 208 2019-2020 significantly differs in front and rear optics, in comparison with the previous generation. The headlights of the new hatchback not only became fully LED, but also got "fangs", oblong protrusions along the edges. Also, in order to give more rigor, the designers placed three vertical LED strips in the main part of the optics, so that the headlights now resemble the eyes of a predator.

The rear feet of the Peugeot 208 hatchback have been modified no less. Black background, full LED base and black full width boot lid trim. In addition, the very top of the spoiler was embellished with an additional LED stop repeater. Such improvements made it possible not only to improve the overall appearance of the hatchback, but also to add several active systems, for example, the headlights off delay and cornering lights.

Prices and configurations of Peugeot 208 2019-2020

On the territory of Russia, the official start of sales of the new Peugeot 208 2019-2020 has not yet been planned, since the manufacturer has not decided whether it is necessary to supply the hatchback to the Russian Federation. Still, according to unofficial data, sales of the model are planned to be launched in the first quarter of 2020. Meanwhile, in the neighboring countries, the novelty can already be found in dealerships.

Considering that every manufacturer is now in a hurry to present at least one fully electric model, the Peugeot 208 will not be an exception and in the near future will also present an electric car based on the new 208 model. If the new Peugeot 208 gets to Russia, the difference in trim levels and characteristics will not differ. This will especially apply to gasoline engines, which have recently been most in demand in the Russian Federation. See also the full review of the Peugeot 208 2019-2020.

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