The Peugeot 408 was launched in Malaysia again in April this 12 months and is accessible in three locally-assembled (CKD) variants, beginning with the bottom Attract at RM146,055 on-the-road with out insurance coverage. That is adopted by the Premium at RM166,055, whereas the range-topping GT goes for RM196,055.
Nestled throughout the alluring fastback physique is a PureTech 1.6 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine making 218 PS (215 hp or 160 kW) at 5,750 rpm and 300 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm. That is commonplace for all variants of the 408, as is an eight-speed automated transmission driving the entrance wheels.
When it comes to gear, the 408 will get full LED headlamps and taillights, with the GT set aside by its matrix LED entrance lights and 3D ‘claw impact’ LED rear lamps. The range-topper additionally comes with bigger 20-inch alloy wheels in Monolithe Black, whereas lesser variants include 18-inch items in Granite Gray.
Inside, the seat upholstery for the Attract is vinyl, progressing to full leather-based for the Premium, whereas the GT will get premium Nappa leather-based. All three get a powered driver’s seat, with one within the GT gaining reminiscence and therapeutic massage capabilities. Solely the Premium and GT are fitted with a powered entrance passenger seat, with the Attract having handbook adjustment as a substitute.
Elsewhere, a 10-inch i-Cockpit digital show is commonplace throughout the board, though it’s a 3D quartz model for the GT. The i-Cockpit setup additionally features a 10-inch touchscreen for the infotainment, which is paired with both six (Attract and Premium) or 10 audio system (GT solely), the latter being a Focal-branded sound system.
Security and driver help programs embrace six airbags, a tyre strain monitor and the standard array of passive security programs. Energetic programs similar to adaptive cruise management, autonomous emergency braking, entrance collision warning, blind spot monitoring and rear cross site visitors alert are solely discovered on the GT, which additionally good points a 360-degree digital camera.
The 408 is actually a hanging automotive to take a look at, however is there any substance to match the model? Hafriz Shah makes an attempt to seek out out in our newest video evaluation, so tune in and share your ideas on the 408 within the feedback under.
GALLERY: Peugeot 408 GT and Premium
GALLERY: Peugeot 408 GT
GALLERY: Peugeot 408 Premium
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