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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    On vehicle fitted with HDi engines, the fuel system must be primed if you run out of fuel; refer to the corresponding engine compartment view. 1.6 litre HDi engine Fill the fuel tank with at lea ...

    Manual child lock
    Mechanical system to prevent opening of the rear door using its interior control. The control is located on the edge of each rear door. Locking Using the ignition key, turn the red control as far ...

    Boot
    Opening After unlocking the vehicle using the remote control or the key, press the handle A and lift the tailgate. Closing After closing the lower tailgate, pull the handle B downwards to gui ...