Peugeot is at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with three brand new models: the new 4008 crossover and the concepts 208 Gti and 208 XY. The 208 Gti anticipates a possible sporty version of the little hatchback and is equipped with the same engine as the RCZ: a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder THP unit delivering 200 hp and 275 Nm of torque coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox that can push it from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7 seconds flat.

The 208 XY instead might be the first attempt at making an especially refined version of the model: this prototype has been designed and built paying a lot of attention to every detail, and its interior uses premium materials and top-notch finishing. This model is equipped with a 1.6-litre e-HDi units delivering 115 hp and rolls on classy two-tone 18″ alloys.

The Peugeot 4008 debuts with what should be the definitive version that will hit the showrooms this Spring. Measuring 4.34 meters in length, the new all-wheel drive crossover model from the Lion house boasts a captivating and yet athletic design that seems to have met the taste of the audience in Geneva. The model will come with two diesel engine options: a 1.6 HDi producing 112 hp and a 1.8 HDi delivering 150 hp, both of which can be coupled to either a manual or an automatic 6-speed gearbox. Also making an appearance at the Peugeot’s booth and in our exclusive photo gallery is the restyled 107, which was premiered at the recent European Motor Show in Brussels.

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Peugeot has released the first official pictures of the 4008, the compact crossover derived from Mitsubishi ASX and closely ‘related’ to Citroen C4 Aircross. The car will be officially unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and will hit the market in spring 2012. Priority will be given to extra-European markets, where it is believed the 4008 will get about 70% of its overall sales. In comparison to the Mitsubishi model, the exterior design as been modified in order to host the classic reference marks of the French manufacturer. This is especially true for the front grille, which has already been seen previously on other models, and day-time LED lights.

The 4008 is 4,34 meters long (30cm shorter than the 4007) and 1,80 meters wide, and features a three-stage drive system including 2WD, 4WD, and LOCK mode, which locks all four wheels. Peugeot is not planning to sell any FWD version of this car in Europe as 80% of the whole production will be made of 4×4 models. Petrol engines availbele for the 4008 will be a 1.6 (116 Hp and 152 Nm torque) and a 2.0 (150Hp and 198 Nm) that will also offer a CVT transmission option, alternative to the classic manual 5-speed gearbox. On the diesel side, a 1,6 HDI (112 Hp and 280 Nm) and a Mitsubishi-derived 1,8 HDI (150Hp e 300 Nm) will be offered, both of which will come with 6 speed transmission. Chances are that only the diesel versions of the 4008 will be marketed in Europe.

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