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New Peugeot 508: an ever more feline saloon

21 March, 2023

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Voted "Most Beautiful Car of the Year" in 2018 in its second generation version, the PEUGEOT 508 has not said its last word!

As it approaches its 5th birthday, it is time for a restyling for the Franc-Comté saloon. New silhouette, new engine and new comfort: the new 508 still has plenty under the bonnet!

Allure: a new emblem and a cat-like silhouette

A crazy pace outside...
PEUGEOT is offering a new design for its top-of-the-range silhouettes. The front end is more dynamic and features the brand's new emblem at its centre. The new 508s bring modernity by fully integrating the grille motif into the volume of the bumper.
A crazy pace outside...
PEUGEOT is offering a new design for its top-of-the-range silhouettes. The front end is more dynamic and features the brand's new emblem at its centre. The new 508s bring modernity by fully integrating the grille motif into the volume of the bumper.
These models feature a new signature light with three claws at the front. They are integrated into the extremely slim Matrix LED headlamps with their unique design fitted on all versions. At the rear, the new LED headlamps incorporate the signature 3-claw design with scrolling direction indicators.
These models feature a new signature light with three claws at the front. They are integrated into the extremely slim Matrix LED headlamps with their unique design fitted on all versions. At the rear, the new LED headlamps incorporate the signature 3-claw design with scrolling direction indicators.

... and inside!

In the cabin of the new 508 and 508 SW, the move upmarket is visible and the emphasis is on the quality and modernity of the materials used in the new upholstery, as well as a new, streamlined gearbox control for a better experience and greater ergonomics.
In the cabin of the new 508 and 508 SW, the move upmarket is visible and the emphasis is on the quality and modernity of the materials used in the new upholstery, as well as a new, streamlined gearbox control for a better experience and greater ergonomics.

Excellence: new ultra-efficient PLUG-IN HYBRID engines

Two plug-in hybrid 2WD engines

  • NEW PLUG-IN HYBRID 180 e-EAT8: 2-wheel drive/combination of a 150 hp (110 kW) PureTech engine and an 81 kW electric motor coupled with the 8-speed e-EAT8 automatic gearbox.

 

  • PLUG-IN HYBRID 225 e-EAT8: 2-wheel drive / combination of a 180 hp (132 kW) PureTech engine and an 81 kW electric motor coupled with the 8-speed e-EAT8 automatic gearbox. 

Two plug-in hybrid 2WD engines

  • NEW PLUG-IN HYBRID 180 e-EAT8: 2-wheel drive/combination of a 150 hp (110 kW) PureTech engine and an 81 kW electric motor coupled with the 8-speed e-EAT8 automatic gearbox.

 

  • PLUG-IN HYBRID 225 e-EAT8: 2-wheel drive / combination of a 180 hp (132 kW) PureTech engine and an 81 kW electric motor coupled with the 8-speed e-EAT8 automatic gearbox. 

On the 508 PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED versions, a 4-wheel drive rechargeable hybrid engine developed by PEUGEOT SPORT is offered.

 

The Li-ion battery of the 180, 225 and 360 plug-in hybrids has a capacity of 12.4 kWh and an output of 102 kW. From a 7.4 kW Wall Box (32 A) and with the 7.4 kW single-phase on-board charger, full charging can be completed in 1 hour and 40 minutes.

On the 508 PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED versions, a 4-wheel drive rechargeable hybrid engine developed by PEUGEOT SPORT is offered.

 

The Li-ion battery of the 180, 225 and 360 plug-in hybrids has a capacity of 12.4 kWh and an output of 102 kW. From a 7.4 kW Wall Box (32 A) and with the 7.4 kW single-phase on-board charger, full charging can be completed in 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Two thermal engines

  • PureTech 130 EAT8: the 3-cylinder, 1.2-litre petrol engine with 130 bhp is combined with the EAT8 8-speed automatic gearbox and a Stop & Start system.

 

  • BlueHdi 130 EAT8: the 4-cylinder, 1.5-litre diesel engine with 130 bhp is combined with the 8-speed EAT8 automatic transmission and a Stop & Start system.  

Two thermal engines

  • PureTech 130 EAT8: the 3-cylinder, 1.2-litre petrol engine with 130 bhp is combined with the EAT8 8-speed automatic gearbox and a Stop & Start system.

 

  • BlueHdi 130 EAT8: the 4-cylinder, 1.5-litre diesel engine with 130 bhp is combined with the 8-speed EAT8 automatic transmission and a Stop & Start system.  
Emotion: state-of-the-art technology for unparalleled driving pleasure

The new PEUGEOT i -Cockpit®.

The compact steering wheel increases driving pleasure tenfold by offering unique agility and precision of movement:

  • Steering wheel-mounted multimedia system controls ;
  • New coat of arms in the centre;
  • 12-inch digital instrument cluster with new display modes that can be changed from the steering wheel;
  • The central 10-inch high-definition touchscreen is located in the centre of the dashboard;
  • Piano keys with shortcuts to the general menu ;
  • New automatic gearbox selector ;
  • For hybrid versions: Brake button (B) to activate regenerative braking. In the petrol version, it is replaced by a Manual button (M), which allows you to manually select the gear you are in using the paddles located behind the steering wheel.

The new PEUGEOT i -Cockpit®.

The compact steering wheel increases driving pleasure tenfold by offering unique agility and precision of movement:

 

  • Steering wheel-mounted multimedia system controls ;

 

  • New coat of arms in the centre;

 

  • 12-inch digital instrument cluster with new display modes that can be changed from the steering wheel;

 

  • The central 10-inch high-definition touchscreen is located in the centre of the dashboard;

 

  • Piano keys with shortcuts to the general menu ;

 

  • New automatic gearbox selector ;

 

  • For hybrid versions: Brake button (B) to activate regenerative braking. In the petrol version, it is replaced by a Manual button (M), which allows you to manually select the gear you are in using the paddles located behind the steering wheel.

The PEUGEOT i-Connect® Advanced system

The new 508s offer a connected and ergonomic experience thanks to the new infotainment system which allows each person, according to their skills and desires, to enjoy the best of the world of smartphones and the automobile. Two phones can be connected via Bluetooth at the same time. Four USB sockets complete the connected device. The PEUGEOT i -Connect Advanced is also equipped with a powerful and efficient TomTom® connected navigation system and "OK PEUGEOT" voice recognition.

The PEUGEOT i-Connect® Advanced system

The new 508s offer a connected and ergonomic experience thanks to the new infotainment system which allows each person, according to their skills and desires, to enjoy the best of the world of smartphones and the automobile. Two phones can be connected via Bluetooth at the same time. Four USB sockets complete the connected device. The PEUGEOT i -Connect Advanced is also equipped with a powerful and efficient TomTom® connected navigation system and "OK PEUGEOT" voice recognition.
Driving pleasure and comfort
More than ever, driving pleasure is in the genes of the new PEUGEOT 508, with exemplary road holding, top-of-the-range driving comfort, excellent driving pleasure and perfect handling in town. For the PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED version, the PEUGEOT SPORT engineers have adapted the chassis with specific settings to achieve a very high level of comfort and handling. The new PEUGEOT 508 offers a wide range of equipment designed to make travelling and mobility a pleasure.

Driving pleasure and comfort

More than ever, driving pleasure is in the genes of the new PEUGEOT 508, with exemplary road holding, top-of-the-range driving comfort, excellent driving pleasure and perfect handling in town. For the PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED version, the PEUGEOT SPORT engineers have adapted the chassis with specific settings to achieve a very high level of comfort and handling. The new PEUGEOT 508 offers a wide range of equipment designed to make travelling and mobility a pleasure.
  • Ergonomically designed seats with electric adjustments... with pneumatic massage and seat heating!

 

  • Clever and spacious storage spaces;

 

  • Air conditioning equipped with the AQS (Air Quality System), which continuously monitors the air quality;

 

  • FOCAL® Premium Hi-Fi system with 10 speakers and exclusive patented technologies. A restyling that is truly a rejuvenation for the new 508, which is resolutely turned towards the future.
  • Ergonomically designed seats with electric adjustments... with pneumatic massage and seat heating!

 

  • Clever and spacious storage spaces;

 

  • Air conditioning equipped with the AQS (Air Quality System), which continuously monitors the air quality;

 

  • FOCAL® Premium Hi-Fi system with 10 speakers and exclusive patented technologies. A restyling that is truly a rejuvenation for the new 508, which is resolutely turned towards the future.
A restyling that is truly a rejuvenation for the new 508, which is resolutely turned towards the future.
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