Compactness and lightness
The reduced front overhang (- 6 cm compared with the 207) and the shorter rear overhang (- 1 cm) , alongwith the reduced weight of the vehicle, directly benefit improved proportions, agility and everyday practicality (parking, manoeuvres, etc.).
To obtain a maximum reduction in the weight of the vehicle, a true "hunt to
eliminate excess weight" took place at the same time to create, overall, a
"virtuous spiral", favouring fuel consumption, passive safety and the dynamic
performance of the vehicle. Each component designed, each technique used, each
part of the vehicle, etc. has been considered with this in mind, by every member
of the project team working on the vehicle: aluminium front beam-absorber, size
of the front subframe, laser welding of the roof, extensive use of VHSS and UHSS
(Very High Strength Steel and Ultra High Strength Steel) panels, soundproofing
of the engine at source, etc. Finally, the Peugeot 208 weighs 110 kg less than
the 207 with the same 1.4l HDi engine, up to 173 kg less with the entry level
petrol engine of comparable power; in short, a feat which allows the Peugeot 208
to start from a weight of 975 kg!
Peugeot 208 (2013)
2013 Peugeot 208
See also:
Checking levels
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop. Check all of these levels regularly and top them
up if necessary, unless otherwis ...
Wiper controls
System for selection and control of the various front and rear wiping modes for
the elimination of rain and cleaning.
The vehicle's front and rear wipers are designed to improve the driver' ...
Automatic lighting functions
Various automatic lighting functions are also available depending on options:
- guide-me-home lighting,
- cornering lighting,
- welcome lighting,
- daytime running lamps,
- automatic illumination ...