Peugeot gives a first look at the all-electric 408

Like the 208 or the 308, the new 408 will also have a 100% electric version. This latest model has quietly appeared in a short brand video.

This first teaser confirms what everyone suspected: the electric 408 will be identical or nearly identical to the other versions. If there are differences, they will be as minor as those that distinguish a thermal 208 from an electric 208. The sedan profile slightly tinged with SUV will allow Peugeot to broaden its electric lineup with a rather original offering.

The technical specifications of the Peugeot e-408 have not yet been disclosed. Since this model is essentially a dressed-up 308 with a different body, it would not be surprising if it shares the 156 hp motor and 54 kWh battery from the e-308, which is also available on the e-208 and other electric models from Stellantis. If this scenario is confirmed, performance and range would not be extraordinary, and the 408 might, for example, be less well-endowed than a Mégane e-Tech EV60. But who knows, maybe the Lion brand has a surprise in store for us, even if it’s not really in their usual habits?

The electric version of the 408 will complement a range that already includes a 130 hp gasoline engine, as well as two plug-in hybrid options of 180 and 225 hp. Pricing remains unknown, as do the presentation date and launch date.

Before the e-408, a new concept at CES in Las Vegas

The immediate news for Peugeot is the presentation of Inception at CES in Las Vegas. This new concept, which promises to be quite spectacular, “will show how the Lion brand leverages next-generation native electric platforms (…) to reinvent the entire automotive experience” (according to Peugeot). It will be unveiled on January 5th.

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