Peugeot 408

Just yesterday, Thursday (8/4/2010), officially announced the official launch of the Peugeot 408 new products in China. Unexpectedly, the medium sedan enthusiasts about 30,000 people who expressed readiness to buy.

Initially, the 408 was first introduced to the public via the media on January 25, 2010. This product is a development of 308 model and manufacturer's sales target of 100,000 units per year. That is, on the first day of the 30 percent target has been successfully dikantungi manufacturer.

Peugeot 408 will be offered in two options, 1.6-liter engine capable of delivering 16V power at 110 rpm horsepower@5.750. While other options, engine-powered 2.0-liter 147 dk with 200 Nm of torque.

In its official statement, as quoted autoevolution (8/4/2010), the Peugeot stressed, will bring 408 high quality and able to meet the classification of environmentally friendly standards that have been set by the Government of China.

In the State Bamboo Curtain, berlambang lion brand stands will utilize a network of 287 units spread across 207 cities in the largest populated country in the world. 408 will be entered into the largest segment, reaching 40 percent of the total passenger vehicle market in China.

Like almost all existing principals, Peugeot is also looking at China as key markets around the world. To demonstrate its seriousness, they plan to launch new models every year in the next five years to boost sales. source from: KOMPAS.com (Friday, 9/4/2010 | 09:50 GMT)