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Motorsport

2025 Peugeot 208 Racing

If you are a motorsport enthusiast and want a car worthy of racing, you should consider the new Peugeot 208 Racing. It is a racing car intended for the FR6 Trophy series that will start in 2025 as part of the French Rally Cup.

The Peugeot 208 Racing is based on the second generation of the 208 model, which arrived on the market in July 2023. It features an optimized suspension and braking system based on feedback from professional racers, white bodywork with bright green mirror cups and livery, vertical green slats on the sides of the front bumper, white steel rims and green detailing on the headlights.

Inside, it’s a true racing car. Protective cage, automatic fire protection system, modified dashboard, multifunctional screen that provides the necessary information to the driver, are just some of the equipment. The driver also has a “kill switch” button and some custom controls on the center console.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Peugeot 208 Racung is powered by a turbocharged 1.2-liter engine with 143 hp (105 kW), mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels. The car is mounted on Michelin Pilot Sport PS5 tires and weighs 1,050 kg. It should also be noted that it will use Superethanol-E85 fuel, which reduces CO2 emissions by about 30 percent compared to standard fuel.

Stellantis announced that the order book is open and delivery will begin in early 2025. The price of the car is €38,900 ex VAT.

Source: Peugeot

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EV

2025 Peugeot E-408 has arrived

At the beginning of October, Peugeot premiered its all-electric crossover SUV, the E-408. It is the electric version of the Peugeot 408 model, with which the French manufacturer has completed its range of EVs.

At first glance, the E-408 is almost identical to the 408 model. Only a few minor elements can be noticed that show that it is still an electric vehicle. There is a new grille with chrome trim, thin matrix LED headlights, LED taillights in three parts that simulate the shape of three claws, and a new inscription that will differentiate this car from the petrol and hybrid. The lower part of the body is protected by a series of protective covers, and it should also be noted that the car is equipped with 19-inch wheels with a graphite finish.

The interior of the all-electric crossover SUV E-408 has a futuristic design and reveals a wide range of technological equipment, such as a fully configurable 3D 10″ digital instrument panel.

The car is developed on the EMP2 platform, and is equipped with a lithium-ion 58.2 kWh battery located in the chassis of the car, between the wheels, in order to avoid losing space in the passenger compartment. This battery provides a range of 453 kilometers according to WLTP, which is more than enough for everyday trips. Thanks to the charging power of up to 120 kW, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just over 30 minutes, and a 10-minute charge enables a range of almost 100 km.

The Peugeot E-408 is powered by an electric motor with 190 hp (140 kW) and 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) of torque. In Eco mode, drivers can count on more power, 170 hp (125 kW) and 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) of torque. In Sport mode, the E-408 offers a maximum of 214 hp (157 kW) and 254 lb-ft (345 Nm) of torque.

The order book will be opened in certain markets, and the price will be around 49,000 euros.

Source: Peugeot

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2025 Peugeot E-408 has arrived
EV

2025 Peugeot E-408

On October 2, Peugeot will premiere the electric version of its 408 crossover SUV, the Peugeot E-408. The car was announced with a photo that doesn’t reveal much.

The current Peugeot 408 arrived on the market in 2022, and is based on the EMP2 platform, which it shares with the 308 model, but also with other models within the Stellantis Group, such as the Opel Astra, Citroen C5 X and DS 4. Visually, the E-408 it has not undergone any changes compared to the internal combustion engine and hybrid versions.

The car will have a new name tag, and technical details have not been revealed. It is assumed that it will have the same electric motor with 156 hp (115 kW) and use a 54 kWh battery that allows a range of about 400 kilometers. The electric version of the Peugeot E-308 uses the same battery.

We will have more information after the premiere.

Source: Peugeot