Hereò€™s the picture...
Hereò€™s the picture that proves Peugeotò€™s all-new 408 is purring into production! The undisguised black Lion was caught out in the open by our spies, giving the best indication yet of how the firmò€™s Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia rival will look when it hits UK showrooms in 2010.
Its turbocharged 1.8-litre...
Its turbocharged 1.8-litre engine develops 215bhp and it gets a close-ratio six-speed manual box. Engineers say this delivers a more positive shift action than the standard unit.
The load-lugger was created by Swiss tuner Delta-Motor for the Geneva Motor Show. The firm normally specialises in add-on accessories and bespoke suspension for racing cars. Although there are no confirmed plans to put the estate into production, it was sanctioned by Chevrolet and displayed on the company"s stand next to standard models.