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Peugeot 208 updated
29th October, 2015
Fresh styling updates; new model joins local range; aggressive pricing; vibrant new colours, textured paint and personalisation packs; Euro6 emissions compliant drivetrains; new segment-leading Aisin transmission offers unparalleled refinement ..... more

Peugeot 508 GT updated
20th September, 2015
New Euro 6 turbo-diesel drivetrain for 508 GT variants; drive-away pricing** of $59,990** for the sedan and $62,990** for the Touring; 508 GT sedan will offer a potential driving range of 1,636km from a single tank of fuel, with the GT Touring offering a 1,565km driving range ..... more

Peugeot 308 GTi debuts
19th July, 2015
Not one, but two 308 GTi versions for Europe - available with 182kW and 200kW; A likely starter for Australia, but not yet confirmed ..... more

Peugeot 508 updated
18th March, 2015
Re-styled 508 range arrives locally; Enhanced safety with new standard-fitment reverse camera; New on-board tech including touch screen and 8GB jukebox; New, more powerful Euro 6-compliant 1.6L turbo petrol drivetrain ..... more

Peugeot 308 GT arrives with updated 308 range
24th February, 2015
Peugeot 308 introduces performance GT model; Turbocharged petrol and diesel engines to power 308 GT; GT to feature bespoke chassis, suspension and styling treatments; More powerful 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol motor added to 308 hatch and touring models; 308 range now complete with five model grades, five drivetrains, two transmissions and two body styles ..... more

Peugeot 208 update revealed
23rd February, 2015
New-look 208 with new drivetrains, new technology and new models; Adoption of new 1.2L Puretech drivetrains and six-speed automatic; Australia to introduce Access and GT variant to local line-up; New-look 208 range to launch in Australia Q4 2015 ..... more


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UK gathering of historic Peugeots
11th July, 2014
The cars belonged to members of l’Aventure Peugeot, the Brand’s heritage arm with a fabulous museum in Sochaux near Mulhouse, France ..... more

Peugeot RCZ R arrives in Australia
28th May, 2014
Peugeot has launched the RCZ R - the most powerful road-going car the brand has ever sold; priced from just $68,990*, $10,000 higher than the RCZ; 0 to 100km/h in just 5.9 seconds ..... more

Peugeot 2008 released
15th October, 2013
Three efficient engine choices; Three trim levels; Rear camera standard; 7-inch multi-function touch screen standard; Grip control function standard on Outdoor ..... more

Peugeot 208 GTi released
19th August, 2013
1.6-litre (147kW) turbocharged petrol engine; 0-100km/h in 6.8 secs; Fuel economy of just 5.9L/100km; Red highlights inside and out; Recalibrated shock absorbers; Anti-rollbar ..... more

Peugeot 5008 arrives locally
14th May, 2013
The Peugeot 5008 is a car designed to set the benchmark in seven seat family wagon category and represents a very solid addition to the Peugeot product line-up in Australia. It offers a responsive drive and a quality interior, that is versatile and spacious ..... more

Peugeot 308 for 2014
13th May, 2013
With its compact length of 4.25 metres and well-balanced proportions, the new Peugeot 308 projects a classy and sophisticated presence. The front is dominated by an evolutionary reinterpretation of the brand’s ‘floating’ front grille ..... more

Peugeot RCZ updated
6th May, 2013
The new RCZ delivers the same high level of handling and driving dynamics as its predecessor, while matching its elegance. But, it also boasts a new 'face', harder lines and darker highlights to provide a more aggressive, performance-oriented look ..... more

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Peugeot 208

22nd April, 2013

Peugeot's new small SUV
9th January, 2013
Peugeot’s all-new 2008 capitalises on the marque’s expertise acquired with the success of the 3008 cross-over to provide an innovative vehicle for the smaller-end of the segment ..... more


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Peugeot 4008

16th December, 2012

Peugeot 208 here in late October
21st September, 2012
"With its unique exterior and interior style and strong value for money proposition the new 208 will appeal to a much broader range of buyers." ..... more

Peugeot model names reconfigured
27th May, 2012
The central "0" will continue but in its internationalisation strategy, Peugeot has chosen a final digit of "1" for its new conquest models and permanently fixes the names of the models with a final digit "8" for future renewals ..... more

Peugeot 4008 due in June
23rd May, 2012
Peugeot Australia is about to release their new small SUV, the 4008. This new model is sourced from Mitsubishi Motors who offer the model as the ASX. This is the second Mitsubishi-sourced model in the local Peugeot range ..... more

Peugeot release 508 GT Touring
11th April, 2012
Following last year's introduction of the 508 GT sedan, now comes the Peugeot 508 GT Touring. Pricing is from $55,990* ..... more

Peugeot 3008 updated
3rd April, 2012
As part of the upgrade, the Active models now feature Bluetooth and USB, the unique Cielo glass roof as standard as well as a head up display – total value of $2,000 ..... more

Peugeot 4008: more details
22nd February, 2012
Automobiles Peugeot has released details and specifications of the all-new 4008 SUV ahead of its world premiere at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March ..... more

Peugeot 207 CC updated
19th January, 2012
The MY12 Peugeot 207 CC will now come with Bluetooth phone and a USB port, leather seat trim and 16-inch alloy wheels as standard equipment for no extra cost ..... more


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Peugeot 4008 unveiled
13th November, 2011
It’s the type of SUV that the world is seeking, and it’s coming to Australia. With its distinctive, stylish appearance and its 4x4 capabilities, the Peugeot 4008 is the modern response to the needs of all-terrain vehicle customers from Vaucluse to Vladivostok ..... more

Peugeot 208 revealed
3rd November, 2011
Peugeot has not hesitated to rewrite the rulebook, with the desire to reinvent the principles on which the success of icons like the 205, 206 and 207 were built and to ‘re-generate’ them, to make the new Peugeot 208 ..... more



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Peugeot 207 recall
20th October, 2011
On the subject vehicles, the battery's negative cable may break ..... more

Peugeot 4007 price drop
30th September, 2011
The strong Australian dollar has helped Peugeot Automobiles Australia significantly reposition one of its models, the 4007 sports utility vehicle. Buyers can now drive away in a stylish new 4007 for just $37,990, or $133 a week to approved business use buyers ..... more

Peugeot 508 RXH hybrid
31st August, 2011
The style of the 508 RXH and its innovative HYbrid4 drive unit provide features that allow it to combine new levels of driving freedom and pleasure in a form not seen before in its segment ..... more

Peugeot 508 here next month
1st June, 2011
Buoyed by the excitement surrounding the success of the new Peugeot 508 in Europe, Peugeot Automobiles Australia has announced the new model will be released locally in mid-July ..... more




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Peugeot SXC Concept
17th April, 2011
Athletic, powerful, elegant, the "SXC", a Concept Car from the Peugeot Style Studios of the China Tech Centre in Shanghai, explores the world of an exclusive and modern Cross-over ..... more

Peugeot 408 production commences in Argentina
7th November, 2010
With the 408, Peugeot is manufacturing another "Series 4" vehicle at Palomar following on from the highly successful 403, 404 and 405. In their era, these emblematic models represented major milestones for the Argentina car industry ..... more

Peugeot EX1 concept car
22nd September, 2010
Peugeot’s latest concept car is a visually striking two-seater roadster with futuristic styling and an original architecture, designed to offer intense driving sensations as a celebration of the marque’s 200th anniversary ..... more

Peugeot 408 for South America
2nd September, 2010
The Latin American Peugeot 408 represents a return to the high-end South American 'three box' automotive market, providing a new offer with the intention to expand the Peugeot range within the Latin American market ..... more

Peugeot Offers Lowest CO2 Levels
26th August, 2010
Current Peugeot models offer an average of just 171 grammes of CO2 per kilometre (based on a volume weighted average of all Peugeot vehicles sold in Jan-July 2010) ..... more

Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4
24th August, 2010
By launching the world’s first diesel full hybrid vehicle - the 3008 HYbrid 4 - Peugeot will be writing a new chapter in motoring history. The combination of a fuel efficient 2.0 litre 120 kW (163 bhp) HDi diesel engine and a 27 kW (37 bhp) electric motor is the optimal combination for a hybrid vehicle. Unlike previous hybrid vehicles which use a less fuel efficient petrol engine, the Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4’s diesel engine provides superior Combined Drive Cycle fuel consumption of 3.8 litres/100 km (74.4 mpg), and CO2 emissions of 99 g/km ..... more

Peugeot Launches Special Edition 207
18th August, 2010
Following recent price reductions across the 207 range and the introduction of standard Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) in January, Peugeot Australia has announced the introduction of a new special edition 5-door hatch model: the 207 Sportium ..... more

Peugeot Australia continues support for white lions
15th August, 2010
Back in September 2006 Peugeot Australia announced their commitment to support the first white lions ever born in Australia at Mogo Zoo on the south coast of New South Wales. And now Peugeot Australia has announced that the commitment continues ..... more

Peugeot 3008 to pay tribute to Redex Trial
23rd July, 2010
To coincide with the launch of Peugeot’s 3008 in Australia and the marque’s 200 year anniversary, "The Peugeot 3008 Redex Tribute" will be a highly visible convoy as drivers in two new 3008s make their way around the country ..... more

Peugeot 508: first details
13th July, 2010
With the Peugeot 508, the marque reaffirms its presence and its ambitions in one of its traditional strong markets, the large touring car segment. Each model in the “40X” and “50X” series has left an indelible mark in its time. The 508 is a modern, next generation vehicle, perfectly attuned to the aspirations of customers who have moved with the times ..... more

Peugeot 3008 released
11th July, 2010
The Peugeot 3008 is a compact, spacious and responsible SUV. It represents a new and innovative offer, not only in the Peugeot range but also in today’s car market as a whole ..... more

Peugeot at Goodwood's Festival of Speed
21st June, 2010
Peugeot, a sponsor of the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed, is planning to use the event, which runs from 1st to 4th July, to celebrate its 200 years of brand evolution with a celebration of its past, present and future ..... more

Peugeot 207: more competitive than ever
17th June, 2010
Peugeot Australia provided specification improvements in late 2009 and early 2010 to its popular 207 range, designed to enhance its desirability and its value for money proposition. And now, these upgrades have been supplemented with reductions in the MLPs of all 5-door hatch, Touring and coupé-convertible models ..... more

Peugeot 3008 Australian release imminent
2nd June, 2010
Peugeot dealerships around Australia are in preparation for its launch, each one having a single display unit available for customers wishing to preview this remarkable new model ..... more

PSA Peugeot Citroen at Challenge Bibendum
30th May, 2010
For the first time the Peugeot BB1, a small city EV driven by Michelin’s revolutionary motorised wheel technology, will be tested in real-life driving conditions ..... more

Peugeot's 200 years
30th May, 2010
Two hundred years ago, two Peugeot brothers, Jean-Pierre and Jean-Frédéric, established the Peugeot company with the making of ‘la société Peugeot-Frères et Jacques Maillard-Salins’ ..... more

Peugeot 308 GTi
27th May, 2010
Peugeot returns to the world of the GTi with the European launch of the 308 GTi, a sporty hatchback for a new era: enjoyable for day to day driving and environmentally-friendly ..... more

Another Mitsubishi SUV for Peugeot/Citroen
29th April, 2010
This agreement provides for the development and adaptation for both the Peugeot and Citroën marques of a compact SUV, based on an existing Mitsubishi platform ..... more

Peugeot 408 debuts in China
26th April, 2010
The 408, a low, sleek notchback saloon, was designed and developed jointly by Peugeot's Styling teams in Europe and China and meets three objectives, to embody the marque's modernity, offer maximum safety and provide unrivalled interior space ..... more

Peugeot Ion
26th March, 2010
With the i0n, the 100% electric car to be launched at the end of 2010 in France, Peugeot offers a response to the challenges of urban mobility and environmental responsibility ..... more

Peugeot 3008 prepares for Australian debut
24th March, 2010
Through Peugeot’s avant-garde approach and resolute styling, the 3008 offers an ingenious solution and optimised versatility to motorists in search of modernity, practicality, peace of mind and driving pleasure ..... more

Peugeot unveils Hoggar ute
17th March, 2010
Peugeot Hoggar is designed and manufactured in Brazil for the expanding Brazilian market ..... more

Peugeot/Citroen to sell Mitsubishi EVs
14th March, 2010
Mitsubishi has announced the signing of a Final Cooperative Agreement regarding development and supply of the new-generation electric vehicle (EV) i-MiEV* with Peugeot Citroën ..... more

Peugeot 3008 set for local release
1st March, 2010
The Peugeot 3008 is a compact SUV designed with a number of features also inherent in family hatchbacks and MPVs – resulting in an extremely versatile package ..... more

The 5 by Peugeot: a new concept car
22nd February, 2010
Peugeot will unveil a second new concept car at next month’s Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland, with the launch of the 5 by Peugeot ..... more

Peugeot SR1 Concept + New Lion Badge
11th January, 2010
Due to debut publicly at this year's Geneva Motor Show, the SR1 unveils the design trends that will influence future Peugeot models ..... more


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Peugeot launches the 4007 in Australia
9th November, 2009
Peugeot have launched its 4007 SUV in Australia with an exclusively diesel line-up in two trim levels ..... more

Peugeot Unveils New Technology on BB1 Concept
22nd September, 2009
The urban-focused vehicle debuts a number of innovative Peugeot technologies designed to address the real world mobility requirements of the residents of future cities ..... more

Peugeot Introduces Upgraded Diesel-Only 407
16th September, 2009
Peugeot made a number of interior and exterior cosmetic improvements to fine tune the distinctive design of the 407, while standard specification has been improved across the range ..... more

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Peugeot 308 Touring

12th August, 2009

Peugeot 308 CC Released
13th July, 2009
The introduction of Peugeot’s most evolved CC yet marks the 75th anniversary of the company’s invention of the Coupé Cabriolet when the 401 Eclipse was launched in 1934 ..... more

Power rises for Europe's Peugeot 407 Coupe
7th July, 2009
Launched in 2005, the Peugeot 407 Coupé is the latest in a long tradition of prestige Coupés produced by the French manufacturer, where style plays a key role, combining stature and refinement to provide a product capable of long-distance touring with comfort and high performance developments ..... more

Peugeot to Celebrate 75th Anniversary of Coupe Cabriolets
25th June, 2009
While the Eclipse’s distinctly art deco appearance marks it as a classic design of its time, the sculpted lines of the 308 CC mark it as a masterpiece of today ..... more

Peugeot 5008 - A new and innovative people mover
3rd June, 2009
With the 5008, Peugeot reintroduces one of its most famous series of vehicles – the “5” series. Previous models carrying the “5” series label have included the legendary Peugeot 504 and the great family favourite the Peugeot 505 Family estate ..... more

Peugeot's "Forbidden Exhibition"
29th March, 2009
Although never released by Peugeot, the 505 cabriolet and coupe are being displayed at L'Aventure Peugeot, in Sochaux, until 28th June, 2009 ..... more

Peugeot at the Cutting Edge of Automotive Technology
24th March, 2009
With 961 patent applications in 2008, PSA Peugeot has been designated as the country’s leading patent filer for the second year in a row ..... more

Mitsubishi Motors and PSA Peugeot Citroen: Step Towards Electric Vehicles for Europe
5th March, 2009
Mitsubishi and Peugeot announced this week that both companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding collaboration on electric vehicles ..... more

Peugeot Partner Tepee: Europe's New 7-seater MPV
8th February, 2009
To meet growing demand from the European market and taking advantage of the Partner Tepee’s excellent spaciousness, Peugeot’s family compact MPV completes its range with a new 7-seater version ..... more

Peugeot 3008: A New Cross-Over
27th January, 2009
First seen as a concept at last year’s Paris Motor Show – Prologue Hybrid 4 – Peugeot’s new 3008 cross-over vehicle can now be revealed in all its glory. This new, compact and spacious cross-over represents a totally new offering in the world's car market ..... more

PSA Maintains Market Share In 2008
20th January, 2009
During 2008, worldwide market share for the PSA Group (Peugeot and Citroen) was maintained at 5%. Therefore, PSA Peugeot Citroën sales hold up against the sharp drop in automotive markets in the closing months of the year ..... more

Peugeot Expert Van Released Locally
4th January, 2009
The new Peugeot Expert’s aim of becoming the new benchmark in the compact van market segment, was acknowledged by being awarded the title of “International Van of the Year 2008” ..... more


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Peugeot 308 HDi First in its Class at NZ's AA Energywise Rally
31st December, 2008
A Peugeot 308 HDi featuring an EGC gearbox has come top of the Compact Car Class for the lowest CO2 emissions in the 2008 AA Energywise Rally staged in New Zealand, with a total emissions figure of just 106.03 g/km ..... more

Peugeot 308 Named Compact Car of the Year in NZ
9th December, 2008
"The 308 range possesses the great French characteristic of an involving chassis, thus appealing to drivers, while offering a distinguished ride, which ensures happy passengers" ..... more

Peugeot 308 HDi: Coast to Coast in ZA
27th November, 2008
A Peugeot 308 HDi has driven exactly 1,689.7 kms across South Africa on a single tank of diesel, achieving a fuel efficiency of an amazingly low 3.4 litres/100 km ..... more

Peugeot 308 Touring – Set for Summer
10th November, 2008
Consisting of a Thule roof bar set, a Thule roof box or Thule roof mounted twin bike racks and a Tom Tom XL portable satellite navigation unit which features a large 4.3” inch widescreen, the “Flex Pack” is perfectly tailored to the needs of a 308 Touring customer ..... more

Fifth Peugeot Design Competition – Winner Announced
4th November, 2008
The competition produced some excellent entries, and first prize was awarded to Carlos Tovar from Colombia, aged 25, for his ‘RD’ concept car ..... more

Peugeot Partner Released
19th October, 2008
Peugeot’s new Partner van range is now on sale in Australia. It introduces a number of innovative features not seen before in the small van market segment ..... more

Top of the Range Peugeot 308 XTS Released
10th October, 2008
This new top of the range model will be powered by the 1.6 litre turbo-charged 128 kW petrol engine, previously found in the 207 GTi ..... more

Peugeot's Limited Edition 207 HDi "Le Mans"
29th September, 2008
Only 75 examples are available in Australia, out of a global production of 2,000 units for selected markets around the world ..... more

Peugeot 308 Touring Now On Sale
25th September, 2008
After a very successful launch of the 308 hatchback earlier this year, Peugeot has announced the release of the all new 308 Touring ..... more

April Arrival For Peugeot 308 CC
21st September, 2008
Peugeot is once again at the forefront of the convertible segment with the announcement the all new 308 CC ..... more

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Peugeot 207 XT HDi

25th July, 2008

UK’s First Electric Taxi
18th July, 2008
The electric taxi will be available from October 2008 and is the result of three years research and development by Allied, which is already looking for local authority partners to install recharging networks locally to help drive down urban emissions ..... more

Peugeot Reveals Details Of New 308 CC
11th July, 2008
As the pioneer of “folding roof cars” with its elegant 401, 601 and 402 “Eclipse” models from the 1930s, Peugeot now reveals details of its latest coupé cabriolet, the 308 CC ..... more

Fifty Million Peugeots – 1891 TO 2008
9th July, 2008
Peugeot demonstrated its strength and experience by producing its 50 millionth vehicle, a Peugeot 308 SW, last month ..... more

Mitsubishi & Peugeot Prepare For Russian Production
11th June, 2008
The joint plant, held 70% by PSA Peugeot Citroën and 30% by MMC, will start producing mid-range (C segment) models, as of 2011, for Peugeot and Citroën and mid-range SUVs for the 3 brands ..... more

Mogo Zoo Announces Fourth Litter of White Lion Cubs!
9th May, 2008
For Sally Padey, owner and director of Mogo Zoo, Peugeot’s support in the form of a three-year sponsorship has provided the Zoo with the freedom to further develop its white lion programme ..... more

Peugeot 308 RC-Z Concept Is To Enter Production
25th April, 2008
As part of the CAP 2010 project and the acceleration of the marque’s product offer, Mr Jean-Philippe Collin, Director General of Automobiles Peugeot, announced yesterday at the Lisbon Motor Show (Portugal) that the RC Z Concept Car will be going into full production ..... more

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Peugeot 207 GTi

24th April, 2008

2008 Peugeot Design Competition Announced
23rd April, 2008
Young designers from all over the world are invited to ‘imagine a Peugeot for the megalopolis of tomorrow’. The competition is for a concept car to be designed for use in the centre of the great urban cities of the future ..... more

Peugeot Diesel Beats Audi Diesel At Catalunya
9th April, 2008
The #7 Peugeot 908 HDi FAP driven by Nicolas Minassian and Marc Gené won the 1,000 km of Catalunya, by over one lap from the #2 Audi R10 TDI ..... more

All-New Peugeot 308 Released Locally
7th March, 2008
The stylish design not only looks good but contributes to reducing fuel consumption and emissions, due to its class leading aerodynamics – Cx of 0.29 – enabling the 1.6 litre XS HDi model to emit only 130 g/km of CO2 ..... more

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Peugeot 307 Touring XSE HDi

25th February, 2008

Peugeot 207 No. 1 In Europe
31st January, 2008
In its first full year on sale, the Peugeot 207 has become the number one best selling car in Europe ..... more

Peugeot 308 Hatch For Melbourne Motor Show
9th January, 2008
Peugeot's new 308 hatch will be one of the attractions of this year's Melbourne Motor Show from 29th February to 10th March at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre ..... more


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Five Rare White Lion Cubs Born in Australia
7th November, 2007
Mogo Zoo, home to Australia’s only white lion breeding programme has announced they have successfully reared a litter of five male white lion cubs, the first ever recorded in the world ..... more

Peugeot Clears the Air
31st October, 2007
Driven under everyday conditions, the 207’s averaged a realistically achievable 3.9 litres per 100 km, while the 307 achieved a figure of 5.1 litres per 100 km. Producing only 118 and 154 grammes of CO2 per kilometre respectively, Peugeot diesels also reduce particulate emissions to barely measurable levels, via the standard fitment of an innovative particulate filter on all their vehicles ..... more

New Peugeot 308 On Show At Sydney Motor Show
15th October, 2007
The new Peugeot 308 is being previewed at the Sydney Motor Show, little more than a month after its global debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show ..... more

New Addition to the Successful Peugeot 207 Range
12th October, 2007
The Touring completes the 207 range and is introduced in Australia just 8 months after the launch of the hatchback ..... more

Peugeot's Diesel Racer Wins Again
20th September, 2007
Peugeot claimed its fifth successive win at Sunday’s Silverstone 1,000 km race ..... more

Peugeot at the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show
6th September, 2007
At this years Frankfurt Motor Show, Peugeot will have a truly impressive presence. It will see the international launch of the new Peugeot 308 hatchback and the 207 SW range, as well as a number of innovations in the form of three concept cars ..... more

Peugeot 308 Hybrid – An Environmentally Friendly Car for the Next Generation
2nd September, 2007
At the Frankfurt Motor Show, later this month, Peugeot will showcase its new 308 Hybrid HDi, which emits just 90g/km of CO2 and reduces fuel consumption by 38% in the Combined Cycle compared to a standard 308 HDi ..... more

Peugeot 207 CC – Priced to Open a New World for Everyone
13th July, 2007
The 207 CC is a worthy successor to the 206 CC and will be available at launch with two petrol engines. Both of the engines have been developed as part of the co-operation between PSA Peugeot Citroën and the BMW Group and introduce technology not normally found in this market segment .... more

First 'One-Two' Finish for the Peugeot 908 Diesel Racer
3rd July, 2007
The two Peugeot 908 HDi FAPs claimed first and second places in the weekend's Nürburgring 1,000km, with victory going to the N°8 car of Pedro Lamy/Stéphane Sarrazin who enjoyed a practically trouble-free run to finish with a two-lap advantage over the 'sister' car of Marc Gene/Nicolas Minassian .... more

Peugeot 308 for 2008
28th June, 2007
Peugeot’s first vehicle of the “8” generation, the Peugeot 308 five door hatchback will be launched in Europe in September. An Australian introduction is likely in early 2008 .... more

Extremely Positive Debut for the Peugeot 908 HDi FAP at Le Mans
18th June, 2007
Peugeot’s return to the Le Mans 24 Hours could hardly have got off to a more successful start. The new Peugeot 908 HDi FAP shared by Frenchmen Stéphane Sarrazin, Sébastien Bourdais and their Portuguese team-mate Pedro Lamy took the chequered flag at the end of the 24-hour race in 2nd place ..... more

Peugeot 908 HDi FAP on Provisional Pole at Le Mans
15th June, 2007
Le Mans action has kicked off with the first official practice session which saw Team Peugeot Total claim the fastest and third fastest times in the dying seconds. The evening’s run was interrupted by two red flag incidents, and was also upset by a brief but heavy thunderstorm that dumped rain over much over the French circuit ..... more

Peugeot's Le Mans 24 Hours Preliminary Test Day: A Rewarding Day's Work
6th June, 2007
Peugeot Sport leaves Le Mans pleased with the amount of work it was able to accomplish in the course of the preliminary test day organised by the ACO upstream of the forthcoming Le Mans 24 Hours ..... more

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Peugeot 407 HDi coupe

28th May, 2007

Peugeot-Citroen Again Ranked French Market Leader in CO2 Emissions
22nd May, 2007
For the second year in a row, PSA Peugeot-Citroën has led the French vehicle market with the lowest corporate average CO2 emissions, of only 140 g/km ..... more

Two Races, Two Wins - the Peugeot 908 HDi FAP
9th May, 2007
Following its win at Monza three weeks ago, the diesel engined Peugeot 908 HDi FAP showed the same winning form over the weekend in Valencia where it was this time the turn of Pedro Lamy and Stéphane Sarrazin to finish in first place after leading practically from flag to flag without the slightest problem ..... more

Peugeot 207's Australian Arrival
23rd April, 2007
Peugeot has released the 207 in Australia. The 207 is the newest member of the legendary 2 series dynasty, which has seen over 13.2 million cars manufactured since the launch of the 201 in 1929 ..... more

Peugeot 908 HDi FAP – First Race, First Victory
17th April, 2007
The diesel-engined Peugeot 908 HDi FAP driven by Nicolas Minassian and Marc Gené took a fantastic win in Monza on its first appearance at the Le Mans series ..... more

Peugeot's Diesel Racer Readies For Monza
29th March, 2007
Development and reliability work were on the Peugeot 908 HDi FAP’s programme during the pre-season Le Mans Series test session at the Paul Ricard circuit where the new car was making its first official outing ..... more

Peugeot at the 2007 Melbourne Motor Show
11th March, 2007
Peugeot decided to give Australians a sneak preview of the new 207 CC and the new 207 GTi, ahead of their anticipated launch mid-year ..... more

Peugeot To Present New 207 At Melbourne Motor Show
21st February, 2007
Peugeot will launch its new 207 hatchback range onto the Australian market with both diesel and petrol engines at the Melbourne Motor Show, next month ..... more

Flux Wins Peugeot Design Competition
15th February, 2007
Driven by the desire to design a car that would give an enjoyable experience to each of its occupants, Mihai Panaitescu, a Romanian design student studying in Turin, designed the Flux ..... more

New Peugeots for Geneva Motor Show
11th February, 2007
The Geneva Motor Show is always an important event for Peugeot and this year the brand will be revealing no less than three new body styles of the 207 range, along with its new sport utility vehicle (SUV) – the 4007 ..... more

PSA Peugeot Citroën and MMC Enter Diesel Engine Supply Agreement
17th January, 2007
In a joint statement Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and PSA Peugeot Citroën announced today that they have signed an agreement under which Mitsubishi Motors will be supplied with diesel engines by PSA Peugeot Citroën in a new collaborative agreement ..... more

Peugeot Reveals 908 Le Mans Car and Driver Line Up For 2007
12th January, 2007
In 2007 Peugeot will return to the world’s racing circuits as part of the Le Mans Series (LMS) with the Peugeot 908 and an experienced team of racing drivers ..... more

Peugeot 407 HDi – Now from $39,990
4th January, 2007
Peugeot has decided to even further improve upon the 407’s great value for money equation, introducing a lower entry price for the 407 HDi ..... more


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Peugeot 207 CC for 2007
7th December, 2006
It was in the 1930s that Peugeot started the innovative concept of the Coupé Cabriolet, with the 401, 601 and 402 “Eclipse”. This concept was to become one of Peugeot’s trademark features and today’s cars, the 206 CC and 307 CC have made the marque the No1 seller of Coupé Cabriolets ..... more

Name Mogo Zoo’s Rare White Lion Cubs
26th November, 2006
The latest additions to the growing pride of Peugeot sponsored white lions at Mogo Zoo are still unnamed and Australians are being asked to come up with names for the 9-week-old fluffy male and female cub as part of a national competition ..... more

Peugeot’s 307 HDi OXYGO Limited Edition
31st October, 2006
Peugeot have provided a perfect solution for those of us who want to make an environmentally sound choice when choosing our "next car" ..... more

Peugeot 4007 – A New Driving Experience
27th October, 2006
Peugeot is entering into the 4x4 SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) market with a new model that is 4.64 metres long and fitted with one of its accomplished HDi diesel engines, with DPFS (Diesel Particulate Filter System) ..... more

Peugeot 307 Hybride HDi Diesel
24th October, 2006
As reported earlier this year, Peugeot has extended its diesel hybrid technology programme, applying it to the popular, stylish and versatile 307 CC Hybride HDi ..... more

1895 Peugeot Leads 2006 London To Brighton Run
22nd October, 2006
A Peugeot is the oldest car in this year’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run ..... more

Peugeot 207 to be previewed at the Sydney Motor Show
16th October, 2006
Peugeot has confirmed the new 207, the newest member of the legendary 2 series dynasty, which has seen over 13.2 million cars produced since the launch of the 201 in 1929, will be released locally in early 2007 ..... more

Peugeot Announces Corporate Sponsorship to Ensure White Lions Programme’s Survival
10th October, 2006
Recognised around the globe as the ‘Lion brand’, Peugeot yesterday celebrated the milestone release of the 10-week-old female and male cubs, Purr and Joe, with the public announcement of a three-year sponsorship of Mogo Zoo’s white lions ..... more

Peugeot’s Best Ever Monthly Result
6th October, 2006
For the second consecutive month, Peugeot Automobiles Australia has recorded its best ever monthly sales result, with 782 Peugeots registered in September. This eclipses the previous record of 780 sales, set in August of this year ..... more

Peugeot Spider 207
5th October, 2006
The Peugeot Spider 207 which has just debuted at the Paris Motor Show, was developed from the ‘20Cup’ concept car but features a more conventional 4-wheel architecture and a rear transverse engine ..... more

Peugeot 908 V12 HDi – The Fastest Peugeot Diesel Car Ever!
3rd October, 2006
It was on the 14th June, 2005 that Peugeot announced its decision to accept a new technological challenge: to win one of the world’s most prestigious and demanding motor races, the Le Mans 24 Hours, with a car powered by an HDi diesel engine equipped with a diesel particulate filter system (DPFS) ..... more

Fourth Peugeot Design Competition
25th September, 2006
At the 2006 Paris Motor Show, Peugeot is set to launch its fourth Design Competition. This will invite Internet users around the world to submit designs for a new Peugeot based around a set theme ..... more

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Peugeot 407 HDi Touring

22nd September, 2006

Peugeot 207 EPURE concept car
13th September, 2006
At the Paris Motor Show later this month Peugeot will reveal the “207 EPURE” concept car – a glimpse of a future 207 model with a futuristic power plant ..... more

New Peugeot 307 XSE HDi 6-Speed Automatic
8th September, 2006
With many customers looking at their choice of vehicle in a new light, whether it be for fuel economy without sacrificing drivability, or even from an environmental perspective, the 307 is providing many with the answer, especially in its diesel guise ..... more

Peugeot 908 RC Set to Steal the Limelight
14th August, 2006
Peugeot always shines at the Paris Motor Show and with the unveiling of the 908 RC, Peugeot will certainly have the star of the show gracing its Motor Show stand in September ..... more

Peugeot 207 Super 2000 Breaks Cover
4th August, 2006
The Peugeot 207 ‘R Cup’ Concept Car presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March gave clues to the future 207 Super 2000 ..... more

Peugeot Introduces the 407 ‘SV’ HDi
18th July, 2006
The 407 SV HDi, a new top-of-the-line model (available as a sedan or ‘Touring’), features the ground breaking 2.7 litre twin-turbo V6 diesel that recently debuted in the stunning 407 Coupe ..... more

Peugeot 307 Hybride HDi Diesel
23rd June, 2006
Peugeot has extended its diesel hybrid technology programme, applying it to the popular, stylish and versatile 307 CC Hybride HDi, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in February ..... more

Peugeot Announces V12 Diesel for the 908
19th June, 2006
Peugeot has announced its decision to take up a new technological challenge in 2007: to win one of the most prestigious and most demanding motor races in the world, the Le Mans 24 Hours, with a car powered by an diesel engine, equipped with a diesel particulate filter system ..... more

Peugeot 907 At Goodwood Festival Of Speed
15th June, 2006
The Peugeot 907 – a V12 GT coupé concept, which made its debut at the 2004 Paris Motor Show – is making its UK debut at the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed ..... more

Peugeot Round Australia Re-Run Won By Brian Ward
24th May, 2006
The Peugeot Round Australia Re-Run finished in Sydney on Sunday, with the entire field of over 60 classic cars completing the one-month journey, that saw them drive some 12,000 kms around Australia ..... more

The new Fiat, Peugeot, Citroën vans unveiled
12th May, 2006
This new generation of commercial vehicles sets new standards in terms of range variety, load capacity, performance, comfort and running costs ..... more

Round Australia Re-Run – On the Home Stretch!
10th May, 2006
The ‘Peugeot Round Australia Re-Run’ is entering it’s final stage, with the field set to finish their four week long adventure in Sydney on Sunday 21st May ..... more

Peugeot 206 - Now From $16,990 (RRP)
9th May, 2006
The Peugeot 206 XR 3-door variant has been added to the range, and at $16,990 (RRP) joins the five door, the 206 XR 5-door, which is priced at $17,990 (RRP) ..... more

Six Speed Auto Boost for 407 HDi Models
1st May, 2006
A new high-tech six speed automatic transmission has been added to the latest Peugeot 407 HDi turbo diesel Sedan and Touring models ..... more

Peugeot Round Australia Re-Run
19th April, 2006
The ‘Peugeot Round Australia Re-Run’ will start from Sydney on Sunday, 23rd April and chart a course that will take in the route from several of the original Ampol Trials ..... more

Precious Metal - The Peugeot 407 Coupe
7th March, 2006
Peugeot have announced the pricing structure for the stunning new 407 Coupe, which goes on sale in Australia later this month ..... more

Peugeot 207 Achieves 5 Stars In Euro NCAP Result
26th February, 2006
A Euro NCAP 5 star occupant protection, 3 star pedestrian protection and 4 star child protection rating has not been achieved before by a super mini ..... more

Peugeot At The Geneva Motor Show
16th February, 2006
At the 76th Geneva Motor Show the Peugeot 207 will make its world première and is set to be the ‘star of the show’ ..... more

Peugeot Unveils Diesel Hybrid Technology
1st February, 2006
Peugeot has unveiled a 307 concept vehicle, featuring a diesel-electric hybrid power train, the Peugeot 307 ‘Hybride’ HDi ..... more

Peugeot 206 Shaping Up For 2006
23rd January, 2006
The year 2006 is shaping up as a great year for the Peugeot 206. With increased specification and lower prices across the range ..... more

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Peugeot 307 XS HDi

23rd January, 2006

Peugeot 207 – The Next Generation
13th January, 2006
Peugeot announces the Peugeot 207, the newest member of the legendary 2 series dynasty. When the Peugeot 206 replaced the legendary Peugeot 205, nobody could have known what a success it was going to be. With over 5.4 million Peugeot 206s produced, it has become the best selling Peugeot ever ..... more


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Game, Set And Match – To Peugeot
28th December, 2005
The Cliff Richard Tennis Classic used five vehicles loaned by Peugeot at the recently staged event ..... more

New Peugeot 307 CC Lands in Time for Summer!
21st December, 2005
The first shipments of the new Peugeot 307 CC (Coupe Cabriolet) have arrived in Australia; just in time for summer ..... more

Peugeot 407 Coupé – 5 Stars for Euroncap
6th December, 2005
Elegance, power and outstanding handling and dynamics, the 407 Coupé is also distinguished by its high levels of passive safety ..... more

Peugeot Round Australia Trial 50th Anniversary
3rd December, 2005
In April 2006, to mark the victory of a Peugeot 403 in the first Ampol Trial in 1956, Peugeot Automobiles Australia will sponsor the Peugeot Round Australia Trial 50th Anniversary Re-run ..... more

Peugeot Welcomes UK Bio-Fuel initiative
13th November, 2005
Peugeot is keen to make customers aware that their HDi diesel cars are already capable of operating on this environmentally friendly fuel ..... more

Peugeot’s Carbon Sink in the Amazon Forest
5th November, 2005
The CEO of PSA and the Director of France’s Office National des Forêts (ONF), traveled to the São Nicolau tree farm in Brazil for a review of their experimental carbon sink project ..... more

New Peugeot 307 Debuts In Sydney
14th October, 2005
A new look and new features for the new Peugeot 307, which has been launched at the 2005 Australian International Motor Show ..... more

Peugeot at Sydney's Motor Show
6th October, 2005
The 2005 Australian International Motor Show will prove to be one of the biggest ever shows for the Peugeot brand in Australia ..... more

Peugeot Sponsors Women’s Golf Australia
26th September, 2005
Women’s Golf Australia (WGA), the peak organisation for women’s amateur golf in Australia, has announced an unprecedented sponsorship agreement with Peugeot Automobiles Australia ..... more

Peugeot: Number One Choice for Open Top Motoring in the UK
17th September, 2005
Peugeot was the first company to launch a car with a metal folding roof back in 1934. Today it is the number one choice for UK convertible car buyers ..... more

Peugeot Stars at the 61st Frankfurt Motor Show
30th August, 2005
Peugeot's exhibition at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show will give visitors the chance to reflect on a glorious past, wonder at the present and take a glimpse of the future of Peugeot ..... more

Sporty Look For Europe's Peugeot 307
4th August, 2005
Europe's Car of the Year winner 2002 is refreshed and improved with attractive styling treatment across the range for 2006 ..... more

The Smiling Peugeot 307 For 2006
3rd August, 2005
Expect news on the new Peugeot 307 for 2006, with the new larger grille, here at Next Car tomorrow! In the meantime, here are the first pictures (from England) of the new 307! ..... more

Peugeot 407 Coupe Breaks Cover
31st July, 2005
Peugeot's new coupe will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The Next Car team is the first Australian media outlet to publish the first official photographs of a production model ..... more

For Peugeot – 'Innovation' Isn't A New Word
27th July, 2005
Introducing 'world firsts' is not new to Peugeot. The Peugeot 1007 might be the first car to have electric front sliding doors, but it is just another first from the manufacturer who, over its 116 year history has been a true innovator ..... more

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Peugeot 407 SV

18th July, 2005

Citroen and Peugeot Strength
15th July, 2005
By maintaining a highly skilled and flexible manufacturing base and carefully managing costs, PSA Peugeot Citroën is able to meet its goal of sustained long-term growth by producing expanded model line-ups ..... more

Mitsubishi, Peugeot & Citroen 4WDs Coming
13th July, 2005
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and PSA Peugeot Citroën, have signed the final co-operation agreement between their two companies concerning all-new four wheel drive vehicles ..... more

PSA Group Sales Rise In H1 2005
7th July, 2005
PSA Peugeot Citroën sold 1,754,000 vehicles worldwide in the first six months of 2005, of which 1,028,000 were Peugeots and 726,000 were Citroëns. This represents a 0.6% increase from the previous year’s period ..... more

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Peugeot 206 GTi 180

29th November, 2004

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Peugeot 307 CC

29th September, 2004

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Peugeot 307 XSE Touring

25th July, 2004


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