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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12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance. However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened, particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer ...
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 ...
Airbags
System designed to maximise the safety of the occupants (with the exception of
the rear centre passenger) in the event of violent collisions. It supplements the
action of the force-limiting seat b ...