Peugeot 3008 SUV To Be Launched at The End of 2009

Here’s a top-secret Peugeot you’re not supposed to see until late next year! This is the all-new 3008 off-roader, and it promises to be the most car-like SUV yet.

The tough-looking family model will go head-to-head with rivals such as Nissan’s Qashqai and the Volks­wagen Tiguan. And as our exclusive picture shows, it takes styling cues – especially those slanted headlights – from the 308 RC Z coupé, driven by Auto Express in Issue 993.

Our spy photographers have also captured a heavily disguised 3008 test mule undergoing cold weather trials (right). This confirms the newcomer’s chunky, estate-style profile and low ride height, which should mean a spa­cious interior and car-like handling.

Inside, as well as providing plenty of room, the model will be available with a range of luxury options. These are likely to include a pano­ramic glass roof and integrated sat-nav.

Peugeot Success With HDi Diesel Engines

Peugeot’s success with HDi Diesel Engines – 10 million

PSA Peugeot Citroen has now built over 10,000,000 HDi diesel engines since the launch of HDi technology in 1998

The PSA Group is a world leader in diesel engine technology and the European leader in the development of clean diesel engines.

“The success of the HDi engine has been due to a combination of customer demand for the environmentally kinder engine and what PSA Peugeot Citroen has to offer in regards to the FAP Particle Filter.”

“This technology is available internationally in a large range of diesel engines, from the 1.6 litre to the 2.7 litre engine. We are very proud that our company is leading the world in developing environmentally kinder engine technology, and 10 million engines is testament to the quality of the product. All new Peugeot passenger vehicles sold in New Zealand are equipped with the revolutionary emission reducing filter technology”.