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Shortly after images of the all-new Peugeot 2008 leaked online, the new SUV has been officially presented by the French car manufacturer. As those leaked images indicated, the vehicle looks very much like a smaller version of the 3008 and Peugeot will hope to emulate the success of that model with the smaller 2008. Much like the new 208, the new Peugeot 2008 will be offered with a selection of petrol, diesel, and electric powertrains. In terms of petrol units, customers will be able to opt between three different 1.2-liter PureTech three-cylinder powertrains pumping out 99 hp, 128 hp, and 153 hp respectively. A 1.5-liter BlueHDI diesel version with 99 hp is also on offer with a manual transmission. Perhaps of even more importance than the petrol and diesel models is the e-2008, the all-electric version. Powering this model is a 50 kWh battery pack and an electric motor with 136 hp. This powertrain supports 100 kW rapid charging which means its battery can be topped up to 80 p...

Following a nearly 5 percent increase in sales last year, Peugeot continues on its path in 2016, heading to Geneva with three new vehicles premieres.  Unveiled just hours ago, the  "new" 2008  has received a subtle makeup, three years after its official presentation. Peugeot will offer the facelifted compact model in four versions, Access, Active and Allure, complemented by the GT Line. The new trim is already available on the 208, 308 and 508. Grip Control offers an enhanced traction control system and it is combined with certified M&S tires. The driver will also get to enjoy MirrorLink and Apple CarPlay compatibility and he/she will be assisted by the rearview camera, Active City Brake and Park Assist. Peugeot's second premiere will be the  Traveller i-Lab , a concept designed to preview the future of business transportation. It benefits from " optimum balance between exterior volume and interior roominess " thanks to the use of the EMP2 (Efficient Mod...