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
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Service overdue
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the spanner fl ashes to indicate
that the service must be carried out as soon as possible.
Example: the service is overdue by 186 miles (300 km).
F ...
Manual Check
This function allows you to check the status of the vehicle (reminder of the
active alert warnings) and the service information.
With the engine running, to start a manual check, briefly press ...
Rear armrest
Comfort and storage device for the rear passengers.
Lower the rear armrest for a more comfortable position.
Raise the cover to gain access to its storage compartment.
This has a storage tray, ...