The newPeugeot508 sedan has been launched in South Africa as Peugeot look at elevating the brand with a quality and forward-thinking car. Peugeot mention that the 508 is aimed at drivers who are demanding, dynamic and responsible.

New Peugeot 508 – Features

The new Peugeot 508 design was first seen on the SR1 concept car, and is characterized by a single grille, flanked by directional bi-Xenon headlights and LED ‘tubes’ (available on the 508 GT). The tail light clusters feature 3 red “claws” that contain 3 rows of 6 LEDs to give the new Peugeot 508 a unique look.

Inside the new Peugeot 508 are a number of sophisticated technologies, including a colour Head-Up display, which is standard on the GT and optional on all Allure model variants. The GT and Allure models also come with 4-zone aircon, hands free access and startup, automatic electric parking brake and an electronically-operated lumbar massage for the driver (only available in the GT version).

Engine options in the new Peugeot 508 range come in the form of a 1.6, a 2.0 and a 2.2 litre. The 1.6 litre THP petrol engine produces 115 kW, with the 2.0 litre HDi turbodiesel engine producing 120 kW. At the top of the pile is the 2.2 litre HDi engine which produces 150 kW and 450 Nm of torque.

New Peugeot 508 Price in South Africa

508 Active 1.6 Petrol THP R 283 700

508 Active 2.0 HDi R 303 200

508 Allure 1.6 THP Auto R 306 700

508 GT 2.2 HDi Auto R 409 900

Pricing includes a three-year/100 000 km warranty, and a five-year/100 000 km maintenance plan. Servicing is at 20 000 km/12-month intervals.