Peugeot 208 gets three-cylinder engine

The family of Peugeot 208, which is in the middle of next year to replace the line 207 will be equipped with three-cylinder petrol engines in 1.0 and 1.2 liters. On it informs edition «What Car?», Citing its own sources.

According to KHABAR KHODRO, Judging by the first picture Peugeot 208 hatchback, the French magazine published AutoPlus, new exterior will be done in the style of concept cars SR1 and HR1, which were presented last year. All three cars have a similar shape headlamps and grille. In this case it is possible that the picture can be captured AutoPlus one of the first prototype Peugeot 208 and the beginning of series production of its appearance will change.

As reported previously, family 208 will be built on the same front-drive platform, which is now used for Citroen C3 and DS3, but receive different suspension settings and steering. In addition, the car will offer two options for the suspension – the usual and “advanced” for the top versions, by analogy with the model 508 in her “top-end” version of the chassis features an double wishbone and composite knuckle front suspension.

In addition to the three-and five-door hatchbacks, the Peugeot 208 will appear as modifications to the bodywork compact coupe, roadster and a crossover. Can not exclude the appearance of “charged” version with a 200-horsepower 1.6-liter turboengine. For her, is expected to be revived by the legendary brand GTI