When the Commodore heads into the sunset, the Peugeot 508 will have precious little competition in the large wagon segment. Here, we test the base Allure grade.
As the six-month mark behind the wheel of 'our' 2015 Peugeot 508 Active approaches, it has proven itself a capable and comfortable urban commuter, impressing with its smooth engine and gearbox, refined cabin ambience and supple ride. Before we say goodbye to the Pug, it was time to set the sat-nav for the country to see how the 508 handles the big kilometres...
We give our grey-suited accountant-like car to our grey-suited accountant to drive.
We say bonjour to the Peugeot 508 Active as it joins the long-term fleet in Sydney.
Read the article here. CarAdvice.com.au reader Robert asks: I’m travelling to Europe later in the year, and my hire car is listed as having a manual transmission...
Tegan Lawson takes a first look at the Peugeot 508 facelift at its launch in Mallorca, Spain, exploring the updated design and improved interior.
The upcoming Peugeot 508 could be getting an electrified performance flagship variant, according to a new report out of the UK. Citing a "company insider", Autocar claims the new 508 GT will pair a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine to an electric motor and lithium-ion battery system...
On the panel this week we have Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and Mike Costello. In car news, the 2019 Peugeot 508 Touring, Audi Q8, and BMW X5 have been revealed. Also, Alpine A110 pricing and specs have been announced, the Ford Mustang has been upgraded to a three-star ANCAP rating, and you can now buy a Bugatti Chiron in Lego form...
Peugeot has revealed its slinky new 508 SW, a load-lugging rival to the Volvo V60, ahead of its in-person unveil at this year's Paris motor show. UPDATE, 1:58pm: Peugeot's local importer has confirmed it wants the 508 SW. Tyson Bowen, local Peugeot communications boss, said: “It is absolutely on our wish list and we are working with PSA to secure it for the local market...
The upcoming Peugeot 508 SW has been leaked on social media, shortly after the French manufacturer issued a teaser for its all-new wagon. Following reports a month ago claiming a replacement for the current 508 Touring was heading to the Paris motor show, the brand issued a teaser via Twitter – asking viewers to #BreakTheCodes to uncover the new model's name...
In June 2014 I bought my first 508 2.0L HDi Allure Auto with 164hp. It was just 2 years old. I didn't know at that time but it was an ex-rental car. I enjoyed everything about that car although the extras were limited. Ex-rental was no detriment It was quiet, gear changes went un-noticed, comfortable, easy to drive, quick , economical and above all for me, a superbly good looking car...
I moved from the 3008 to the 508 HDi touring just over 2 years ago. I have not had one problem since purchase and really enjoy the long distances that I drive and the economy. I drove from Healesville to Cairns last year via Lightning ridge and managed to use only 2.5 tanks of fuel (72lt tank) for the trip up for 3,100 approx. km's and the car was loaded...
Just picked up a 2012 508 GT Wagon and thought I would share my first impressions of the car. I'm coming from a 2010 Nissan X-trail ST-L and a 2005 HSV R8 before that, so my impressions will be based on those benchmarks. Outside: It's an interesting looking car. Nice sophisticated lines to it and in black it really looks very sleek in the wagon body...
