The all-new Peugeot 508 is a midsize sedan that boasts a bold and aggressive design with emphasis on accentuating the aerodynamic profile of the sedan. The interior, on the other hand, has been packed with latest in-cabin technologies and impressive convenience features to augment the contemporary appeal of the sedan.
Peugeot has given utmost priority to the safety of the occupants and equipped the all-new Peugeot 508 with modern-day safety technologies and driver-assistance features. The 2019 Peugeot 508 is one of the finest midsize sedans available in the UAE car market at a relatively affordable price, which makes it an excellent option, particularly for family car buyers.
Here is a review of the 2019 Peugeot 508 available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2019 Peugeot 508
The 2019 Peugeot 508 has a bold design that looks sophisticated and sporty from every angle. The exterior of the midsize sedan features sharp lines and sculpted curves while the interior comes with latest convenience features and technologies.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2019 Peugeot 508 has an aggressive and muscular appeal that is clearly visible in its low dynamic shape and sculpted lines. The front fascia of the vehicle looks commanding, thanks to the sharp chequered front grille with black gloss grille surround and the signature full LED lighting. There is a large and wide air dam below the grille, which controls the inflow and outflow of air for improved engine cooling function.
Peugeot has added its distinctive new light signature to the midsize sedan that comprises Full LED headlights with self levelling and static cornering functions. Adaptive Bi-Xenon HID headlamps and LED fog lamps have been added to the vehicle to illuminate the road and surroundings for the driver. The vehicle has been equipped with LED daytime running lights to improve the visibility of the vehicle for other commuters. The LED daytime running lights also act as vehicle indicators.
The hood of the midsize sedan has been sharply sculpted to add to the sporty appeal of the 2019 Peugeot 508. The all-new Peugeot 508 boasts muscular fenders and has a wide wheelbase, which further accentuates the agile stance of the sedan. The vehicle has been made available with frameless doors, electrochrome auto dimming door mirrors and 19-inch ‘Augusta’ diamond-cut two tone alloy wheels. The rear of the sedan has been fitted with LED three-dimensional ‘claw effect’ lights that come with a daytime running function, ‘hatchback’ style electric tailgate with handsfree function and chrome exhaust tailpipes.
The exterior of the 2019 Peugeot 508 is available in 10 colors that are Hurricane Grey, Bianca White, Cumulus Grey, Nimbus Grey, Amazonite Grey, Nera Black, Twilight Blue, Celebes Blue, Ultimate Red and Pearlescent White.
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Interior
The interior of the all-new Peugeot 508 is spacious enough for 5 occupants with ample legroom and headroom available for everyone. The cabin of the sedan plays host to premium materials such as Nappa Leather upholstery and carbon fiber accents to heighten the in-cabin experience of the occupants.
The front of the cabin features 4-way power adjustable heated seats with power lumbar support and 8-pocket multi-point massage function. Adjustable cushion nose has been made available as a standard to add depth to the front seat bases and provide extra support to the backs and legs of front seat occupants. The driver seat also comes with memory function.
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In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped compact multi-function steering wheel with Aikinite stitch detail and satin chrome ‘GT Line’ emblem. There is also a configurable 12.3-inch head-up digital instrument panel and a 10-inch high definition (HD) capacitive touchscreen to enhance the driving experience of the all-new Peugeot 508. The rear of the cabin has been fitted with 60/40 split folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity as per preference. Rear armrest with ski flap and two cup holders and rear center console ventilation system have also been made available with the 2019 Peugeot 508.
The cabin has carbon fiber accents featured on the dashboard and front and rear door panels. There is flocked glove box compartment that comes with illumination and the gear lever has been made available in full grain leather and satin chrome finish. ‘Salin’ light grey roof lining has been added to the vehicle and the cabin has been lit with interior lighting featuring front LED roof lighting with 3 spotlights, two LED ambient lights and two rear reading lamps. There is LED lighting in the boot, glove box and connecting zone as well.
As for the in-cabin technologies, the 2019 Peugeot 508 has been fitted with Automatic dual zone climate control, Bluetooth telephone facility, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Mirror Link, two front USB sockets, MP3 compatible radio, premium Hi-Fi FOCAL sound system with ten speakers and an output of 515 watts and 12 V socket as standard.
Performance of the 2019 Peugeot 508
The 2019 Peugeot 508 is a midsize sedan that is available in the UAE with a turbocharged engine and an efficient drivetrain. The all-new Peugeot 509 makes no compromise on delivering an impressive performance and can be an ideal commuting option for city driving as well as long road trips.
The Peugeot 508 is powered by a 1.6-litre PureTech turbocharged engine that is paired with an 8-Speed Efficient Automatic Transmission. This engine is capable of producing 165 horsepower and 240Nm of torque, which enables the sedan to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 9.2 seconds and have a top speed of 220 Km/h.
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Safety Features
The 2019 Peugeot 508 has been fitted with a wide variety of active safety features to offer a stress-free commuting experience. The midsize sedan has also been made available with advanced driver-assistance technologies to ensure that the driver always remains in control of the vehicle, regardless of the driving conditions.
The highlighting safety features and driver-assistance technologies of the 2019 Peugeot 508 are:
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Adaptive Driver and Front Passenger Airbags
- Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Function
- Alarm (Perimetric, Volumetric with Lift and Tilt Sensor)
- Automatic Door Locking When Moving Off
- Automatic Hazard Light Activation Upon Heavy Brake Application
- Driver Attention Alert System
- Eco-Coaching
- Electric Child Locking Functionality on Rear Windows and Doors
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution
- Electronic Stability Program
- Exterior Temperature Indicator with Ice Warning
- Front Optimized Safety Headrests and Rear Retractable Headrests
- Front Three-Point Retractable Seatbelts
- Height Adjustable with Pre-Tensioners and Force Limiters
- Recommended Gear Indicator for Manual Transmission
- Indirect Tyre Under-Inflation Detection
- Isofix Child Seat Fittings
- Locking Wheel Nuts
- Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
- Programmable Cruise Control and Speed Limiter
- Rear Three-Point Retractable Seatbelts with Pre-Tensioners and Force Limiters
- Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation
- Night Vision
- Peugeot Connect SoS and Assistance
- Advanced Automatic Emergency Braking System
- Distance Alert System
- Active Lane Keeping Assistance + Road Edge Detection
- Active Blind Spot Detection
- Peugeot Smartbeam Assistance
Price of the 2019 Peugeot 508 in the UAE
The 2019 Peugeot 508 is now available in the UAE with a turbocharged engine and advanced driver-assistance systems. The starting price of the 2019 Peugeot 508 is AED 95,000 that can go higher with the optional features, technologies and trim level selected.
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