- Refined 2.0-litre petrol engine
- Competent dynamics on smooth roads
- Firm, uncomfortable ride
- Steering lacks feel and the rack rattles over bumps
- Five-speed manual transmission has big ratio gaps between gears
- Tyre noise on coarse chip surfaces
Overview
Released in June 2012, the Peugeot 4008 was a five-door, compact SUV. The 4008 was powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, available with front- or all-wheel drive and in entry-level Active or better-equipped Allure editions. Transmission options consisted of a five-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with six pre-set ratios which could be engaged via steering wheel gearshift paddles.
Dimensions
The 4008 was built on the same platform as the Mitsubishi ASX , though Peugeot claimed that additional soundproofing provided greater refinement. Compared to Peugeot’s larger 4007 SUV, the 4008 had a similar wheelbase (measuring 2670 mm), but significantly shorter overhangs reduced its length by around 300 mm (to 4340 mm).
Suspension
The 4008 had MacPherson strut front suspension with a multi-link rear configuration.
| Variant | Edition | Drive | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | Active | FWD, AWD |
2.0-litre petrol I4 | 5sp man., 6sp CVT |
110 kW at 6000 rpm | 197 Nm at 4200 rpm |
| Allure | AWD | 2.0-litre petrol I4 | 6sp CVT | 110 kW at 6000 rpm | 197 Nm at 4200 rpm |
AWD system
The 4008’s all-wheel drive (AWD) system had three selectable modes:
- 2WD: two-wheel drive for dry, tarmac roads and maximum fuel efficiency;
- 4WD: electronically-controlled all-wheel drive. In normal conditions, 85 per cent of the engine’s torque would be directed to the front wheels, though more torque could be directed to the rear wheels in the event that traction was lost or a sharp acceleration; and,
- LOCK: torque distribution was still electronically controlled, though a greater proportion of torque would be directed to the rear wheels. Compared to the 4WD mode, 50 per cent more torque – with a maximum of 82 per cent – would be directed to the rear wheels when driving at low speeds.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Peugeot 4008 included dual front airbags, a driver’s knee airbag, full-length curtain airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
Features
Standard features for the Peugeot 4008 Active included 16-inch alloy wheels, a six speaker sound system with a CD player, MP3-compatibility, Bluetooth audio streaming and auxiliary inputs (3.5 mm/USB), climate control air conditioning, cruise control, a chilled glovebox, front fog lights, a reversing camera (displayed in the rear-view mirror), rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth mobile connectivity with voice recognition, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, a height adjustable driver’s seat, rear privacy glass, an electrochromatic rear-view mirror, cargo cover, 12 volt power outlets, a trip computer and an immobiliser.
The 4008 Allure was further equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, power adjustable and heated front seats, leather upholstery, bi-xenon headlights with washers and a height adjustable front passenger seat. Visually, the Allure editions were distinguished by their piano-black door trim strips and chrome inserts on the door sills.
While the Active editions were fitted with a full-size spare tyre, the Allure editions only had a space-saving spare tyre.
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