Peugeot 408 (saloon)

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Peugeot 408
Peugeot 408 II 2022 facelift IMG003.jpg
Peugeot 408 II 2022MY
Overview
Manufacturer Peugeot
Production2010–present
Body and chassis
Class Compact car (C)
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related Peugeot 308
Chronology
Predecessor Peugeot 307 saloon

The Peugeot 408 is a compact car (C-segment) produced by Peugeot since 2010. It was unveiled on January 25, 2010, [1] at the Beijing Auto Show and sales began in China on April 8, 2010. [2] In November 2010, production of the 408 commenced in El Palomar, Buenos Aires, Argentina, [3] with sales starting in April 2011.

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Despite its name, it is not a direct successor to the Peugeot 407, but rather a long-wheelbase saloon version of the Peugeot 308 hatchback, [4] primarily targeted at emerging markets such as China. [5] The 408 is not slated for the Western European market, and not built there.

First generation (T7; 2010)

First generation
Peugeot 408 2 China 2012-05-01.JPG
Overview
Production2010–2021
AssemblyArgentina: El Palomar (PSA Argentina)
China: Wuhan (DPCA)
Malaysia: Gurun (NAM)
Russia: Kaluga (PCMA Rus)
Nepal: Hetauda (Himandotour motors)
Body and chassis
Platform PSA PF2 platform
Related Peugeot 308
Dongfeng Fengshen L60
Powertrain
Engine 1.6 L TU5JP4 I4 Petrol
1.6L Prince Turbo I4 petrol
2.0 L EW10A+ I4 Petrol
1.6L DV6 HDi I4 diesel
Power output
  • 85 kW (115.6 PS; 114.0 hp) (TU5JP4)
  • 81 kW (110.1 PS; 108.6 hp) (DV6 HDi)
  • 123 kW (167.2 PS; 164.9 hp) (Prince)
  • 110 kW (149.6 PS; 147.5 hp) (EW10A+)
Transmission 5-speed Manual
6-speed EAT6 Automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,710 mm (106.7 in)
Length4,680 mm (184.3 in)
Width1,815 mm (71.5 in)
Height1,525 mm (60.0 in)
Chronology
Predecessor Peugeot 307 saloon

The 408 was available in China with either a 1.6 L and 2.0 L petrol four cylinder engine. The 1.6 (TU5JP4) has a capacity of 1587 cc and produces 110 bhp (82 kW; 112 PS) at 5,750 r.p.m. and maximum torque of 147 N⋅m (108 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm. The 2.0 L(EW10A+) engine has a capacity of 1997 cc and produces 147 bhp (110 kW; 149 PS) at 6,000 rpm and 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm. [6]

Rear view (pre-facelift) Peugeot 408 02 China 2012-06-16.JPG
Rear view (pre-facelift)

Either engine can be specified with a five speed manual or four speed automatic transmission.

In South America a 1.6 L diesel engine, known as a HDi (Allure, Feline/Griffe), is sold alongside the 2.0 L petrol engine (Allure, Feline/Griffe) and 1.6L THP petrol engine (Sport) with six speed automatic transmission. The four cylinder diesel has a capacity of 1560 cc and produces 108 bhp (81 kW; 109 PS) and torque of 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft).

The HDi has a top speed of 188 km/h (116.8 mph) and accelerates to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 12.4 seconds. [7]

In Malaysia, 408 comes with two engines, 1.6L Prince turbo engine and 2.0L petrol four cylinder engine. The 1.6L engine produces 163 bhp (122 kW; 165 PS) at 6,000 rpm. and maximum torque of 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) from 1,400 rpm.

The 2.0 L (EW10A+) engine has a capacity of 1997 cc and produces 145 bhp (108 kW; 147 PS) at 6,000 rpm and 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm. 1.6L Prince turbo engines mated with six speed and 2.0L engine mated with four speeds auto adaptive gearbox with Tiptronic and Sport mode only.

Peugeot 408, Argentina (facelift) 2018 Peugeot 408 1.6 Feline.jpg
Peugeot 408, Argentina (facelift)

The first generation 408 continued in production in Latin America and Russia, with multiple facelifts and minor changes. Production in Argentina was halted in 2021. [8]

Second generation (T9; 2014)

Second generation
Peugeot 408 II 2022 facelift IMG001.jpg
2022 Peugeot 408 II (China) (2022 facelift)
Overview
Also calledDongfeng Fukang ES600 (electric) [9]
Production2014–present
2016–2018 (Malaysia)
AssemblyChina: Wuhan (DPCA)
Malaysia: Gurun (NAM)
Nepal: Hetauda (Himandotour motors)
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door saloon
Platform PSA EMP2 platform
Related Peugeot 308
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,730 mm (107.5 in)
Length4,750 mm (187.0 in)
Width1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height1,488 mm (58.6 in)
Curb weight 1,420 kg (3,130.6 lb)
1,373 kg, 1,402 kg (2022 facelift)
Chronology
Predecessor Peugeot 308 saloon

The second generation Peugeot 408 was unveiled in the 2014 Beijing Auto Show. In June 2016, the international version of the Peugeot 408 (known as Peugeot 408 e-THP) was launched in Malaysia, though with only one engine choice and transmission. The second generation 408 launched in China is powered by a range of engine options including a 1.8-litre engine producing 139 hp, a 1.2-litre turbo engine with 136 hp, and 1.6-litre turbo engine with 167 hp. All engines are mated with a 6-speed automatic transmission, with a 6-speed manual transmission option also available for the 1.8-litre and 1.2-litre engines. [10]

2018 facelift

A facelift was launched in 2018, featuring a redesigned front fascia, rear bumper, and tail lamps. Powertrain is carried over from the pre-facelift model. [10]

2022 facelift

A second facelift for the 408 was revealed for the Chinese market on 8 June 2022. The front end is redesigned to reflect the same design language as the third-generation Peugeot 308. [11] The bootlid is redesigned, featuring new graphics and taillights similar to the third-generation 308.

All trim levels are equipped with a model 5G06 1.6L turbo engine producing 125kW at 5500 rpm and 250Nm at 1750-4500 rpm, and an Aisin 3rd generation 6AT transmission. [12]

In march 2024 the new 1.5 THP 360 engine was introduced producing 127kW at 5500 rpm and 255 Nm at 1750-4500 rpm. [13] [14]

Dongfeng Fukang ES600

The Dongfeng Fukang ES600 is an electric sedan based on the 2014–2018 pre-facelift Peugeot 408, launched under Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën's Fukang brand. [15]

Dongfeng Fukang ES600 DONGFENG FUKANG ES600.jpg
Dongfeng Fukang ES600

Sales

YearBrazil [16]
20116,564
20127,711
20134,618
20143,332
20151,427
2016927
20171,118
2018739
2019122
20202

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