French company Peugeot released their new model named Peugeot 5008 in the UK market. The new model also introduces a range of cutting edge technologies to further enhance comfort, convenience and driving safety. It has created a new interpretation of the compact people carrier.

Faetures:
New Peugoet 5008 has two petrol engines – a 118bhp 1.6 and a gutsy 1.6 turbo – are available, but the HDi diesels make more sense because of their superior fuel economy and pulling power. Peugeot offers a 148bhp 2.0-litre unit, which is strong and flexible, but even the 108bhp 1.6 should be powerful enough to satisfy most buyers.

The 5008 also comes with a whole host of tech goodies now trickling down into volume segments such as head-up display, a distance alert system, and something called Snow Motion for better traction on snowy surfaces. There are also two different navigation

Specifications

Engine

Engine capacity   :-  1,598 cc
Engine type  :-   4-cylinders in-line 16-valves Twin-scrolled Turbocharged
Compression ratio   :-  10.5
Bore x Stroke   :-   (77.0 x 85.8) mm
Power    :-  156 bhp
Torque   :-  240 Nm

Performance
Acceleration    :-  9.7s (0-100kmh)
Top speed    :- 195kmh
Fuel consumption   :-   8.9 km\L

Misc technical data
Transmission   :-   6-speed (A) Tiptronic
Drive type   :-   FWD

Measurements
Body type   :-   MPV
Dimensions   :–   (L x W x H) (4529 x 1837 x 1647)mm
Wheelbase    :-  2,727mm
Min turning radius   :-  unknown
Kerb weight    :-  1,540kg
Fuel tank capacity    :-   60L

Brakes
Brakes (Front)  :-   Ventilated disc
Brakes (Rear)   :-   Solid disc

Suspension
Suspension (Front)  :-  MacPherson independent suspension with coil springs and anti-roll bar
Suspension (Rear)   :-  Deformable cross member with coil springs and anti-roll bar

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Released the starting priced at €28,950.