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Peugeot
408 Saloon

Peugeot 408 1.6 Plug-in Hybrid 225 GT 5dr e-EAT8 Review

Category: Executive car

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Fuel type:
petrol parallel phev
Gearbox:
semi-auto
Doors:
5 doors
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RRP£44,930
Review

The model

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The Peugeot 408 is plush inside and fairly well equipped. The closely-related Citroën C5 X is cheaper to buy and softer riding, but you might prefer the 408’s more tied-down feel and sharper handling. What’s more, the plug-in hybrid 408's slightly longer electric range makes it a better choice for company car users. The entry-level Hybrid 136 engine makes the most sense for private buyers, and we recommend Allure trim.

The trim

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Range-topping GT trim is the most expensive in the line-up, but does get a lot of (non-essential) luxuries. That includes a heated steering wheel, a power-assisted tailgate, matrix LED headlights, fancier materials inside and ambient interior lighting.

The engine

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Over the Hybrid 136, this plug-in hybrid uses a more powerful, 1.6-litre engine, combined with a stronger electric motor and bigger battery for a total power output of 222bhp. It’s noticeably quicker (not that we think the Hybrid 136 is in dire need of more performance) and the best choice for company car drivers.

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Key information

Doors5
Seats5
0-62 MPH7.8 seconds
Fuel TypePetrol Parallel PHEV
GearboxSEMI-AUTO

Available colours

MPGOfficial overall fuel economy figure

232.3

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

471

litres

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

28

g/km

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