Verdict

This is a world away from the bloated, bland 207 that went before. Peugeot deserves praise for making a car that’s smaller and lighter but with more space inside than before. We’re quite big fans of the innovative interior architecture, but try before you buy - it won’t be for everyone. That, together with the tech set up, mean this is a car with a good deal of appeal for people like us.

It’s not perfect – it’s on the pricey side in this trim level and still doesn’t drive with the panache of Peugeots of old, but that clever interior, smart tech set-up, good looks and a brilliant diesel engine mean it ought at least to be on your shortlist.

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    Manual controls
    The wipers are controlled directly by the driver. Model without AUTO wiping Model with AUTO wiping Windscreen wipers Wiping speed: Rear wiper Rear wiper selection ring: park, intermi ...

    Driving safely
    Stop & Start Going into engine STOP mode The "ECO" warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel and the engine automatically goes into standby: - with a manual gearbox: at speeds ...

    ISOFIX child seat
    Recommended by PEUGEOT and approved for your vehicle This child seat can also be used on seats which are not fitted with ISOFIX mountings. In this case, it must be attached to the vehicle seat ...