This category is in danger of disappearing in Europe: regular sedans. While premium models hold up quite well (eg A6, Series 5, Class E), this is less true for more popular models. Mondeo, Passat, Talisman, C5, Insignia. Everyone left the niche, although a few years ago this category was still the queen. They were replaced by crossovers or SUVs, some of which are now 100% electric. Peugeot is one of the few wide range manufacturers to continue to offer a saloon in its range, the 508. The second generation was released in 2018 relatively recently, and it is normal that it is always offered in the catalog. Five years after launch Peugeot offers its 508 medium restylingwhich makes him quite young.

She pulls out her claws

His appearance is now much more aggressive than before. The headlights have been reworked, the scratches are now triple on the side of the headlights. Much more noticeable lattice with numerous modules and new Peugeot logo appear At the back, the changes are more subtle adopting the slanted headlights of the last 308 and 408. As well as the appearance of the title Peugeot is registered in the center of the trunk, in black font on a black background. Inside, Peugeot has updated the entertainment interface. WITH a new 10-inch touchscreen as standardreplacing the old 8-in.

The new i-Connect Advanced software is designed with a phone-like interface. This allows easily navigate between apps and shortcuts. The gear selector has also been modified, with a more discreet latch that replaced the classic lever already present on other models of the brand. New standard features include a adaptive cruise control and adjustable suspensions. But also assistance in observing the traffic lane and a parking camera.

From 47,200 euros on diesel

Restyled Peugeot 508 kept the engine Diesel 1.5 HDi with a capacity of 130 horsepower. However, it ignores the 130 hp 1.2 Puretech petrol engine.. A new hybrid unit with a capacity of 180 horsepower appears. They will keep hybrid units with 225 and 360 horsepower. As well as sports version of the 508 PSE, equipped with a 360-horsepower unit. Production of the car will still take place in Mulhouse (68) and it is scheduled to arrive in dealerships in June. Their orders are already open! Expect €47,200 for the diesel and base Allure trim. That’s €51,500 for the 180-horsepower PHEV hybrid and €53,400 for the 225-horsepower variant. The price of the PSE hybrid sports version starts at 71,950 euros.