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:
Automatic adjustment of the xenon headlamps
In order to avoid causing a nuisance to other road users, this system corrects
the height of the xenon headlamps beam automatically and when stationary, in relation
to the load in the vehicle.
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Switching on
The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only operate when the engine is running.
Press this button to demist/defrost the rear screen and (depending on version)
the door mirrors. The indicator lamp ...
Remote control key
System which permits central unlocking or locking of the vehicle using the lock
or from a distance. It is also used to locate and start the vehicle, as well as
providing protection against theft.
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