AN ALLURING NEW AUTOMATIC GEARBOX CONTROL FOR THE PEUGEOT 208 AND 2008

The PEUGEOT 208 and 2008 are now equipped with a new, sleek and more ergonomic automatic gearbox control. The outgoing lever has been replaced by a new control that is seamlessly integrated into the centre console.

This new transmission control is featured in the fully electric e-208 and e-2008 and the petrol and diesel versions with automatic gearbox. With an efficient and modern design, the new gearbox control frees up space in the centre console. The integration is perfectly suited to the environment of the 3D PEUGEOT i-Cockpit^® found in the 208 and 2008, which is designed to offer a blend of technology and ergonomics.

Combining satin chrome, “piano” black, and a carbon look for the wrist rest, the materials used exude quality, resulting in a finish that is among the best on the market.

This new control allows the different modes to be selected, Reverse (R), Neutral (N) and Drive (D). Two remote buttons complete the functions: Park (P), and for internal combustion engines, pressing the Manual button (M) allows you to manually select the gear engaged using the paddles located behind the steering wheel. For electric motors, the Brake button (B) replaces the (M) button and activates regenerative braking that increases energy recovery during deceleration. An evolution in functionality, the Brake mode (B) remains active even after a push on the lever (without stopping the engine): there is no longer any need to engage it again during a restart: it remains active and keeps the driver settings in memory.

All 208 and 2008 versions equipped with this new control feature an electrically-operated parking brake, which combines space saving with comfort and peace of mind in everyday driving.

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Kerry Livesey

Head of Communications – Public Relations

Phone: 079 40078 848

Kerry.livesey@peugeot.com

Emma Gaffney

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Michael Arnold

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Jeremy Townsend

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ABOUT PEUGEOT

PEUGEOT is a global, innovative and high-end generalist brand. Its values are Excellence, Allure and Emotion. Present in more than 160 countries with 10,000 retailers, PEUGEOT sold nearly 1,200,000 vehicles worldwide in 2020. Not long after celebrating its 210th anniversary, PEUGEOT is now ushering in its new identity with a coat of arms that emphasises its personality and timelessness. In addition to a full range of electrified passenger and commercial vehicles, PEUGEOT has developed a new concept of Neo Performance. The 508 PEUGEOT Sport Engineered is the first in this new line of efficient and high-performance vehicles.