Peugeot Introduces Upgraded Diesel-Only 407
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16th September, 2009
Peugeot has launched a new 407 in Australia, now available
exclusively with the company’s renowned HDi diesel technology.
Peugeot made a number of interior and exterior cosmetic improvements to fine tune the distinctive design
of the 407, while standard specification has been improved across the range.
The new 407 is available in two model grades, SR and ST – both featuring Peugeot’s versatile 2.0-litre
HDi FAP engine.
This engine produces 100 kW of power and 320 Nm of torque in 6 speed automatic versions, while the 6
speed manual versions get an increase in power to 103 kW.
The manual version achieves a (combined highway and city) fuel consumption figure of 5.6 litres/100 km
with CO2 emissions of a very reasonable 150g/km, while the automatic models achieve numbers of 7.1
litres/100 km and 189g/km.
Externally, the new Peugeot 407 models benefit from a redesigned air intake and the delicately curved
grille now consists of a triple row of horizontal chrome bars crossed by a vertical chrome bar.
To protect the car from knocks and provide even more convenience to 407 owners, a front parking
assistance system has been added to rear parking assistance as a standard feature on ST models.
The body protection mouldings are now finished in body colour and accompanied with a chrome bead finish
– as opposed to the black mouldings on the previous model.
The rear of the new Peugeot 407 sedan features an entirely redesigned new lower rear panel incorporating
a protective capping decorated by achrome bead.
The lower part with its elaborate‘diffuser’ adds to the car’s dynamism, while the upper part of this new
lower rear panel forms the basis of a redesigned boot sill.
The rear lights are entirely redesigned with a ruby red housing and a crystal white finish on the
reversing light and direction indicator.
The rear of the new 407 Touring wagon is also enhanced stylistically with a new lower rear panel and new
lights, while the lower rear panel now incorporates edge protection mouldings enhanced with a chrome trim
finisher, as well as recessed parking assistance sensors.
In the lower section, its discreet diffuser effect adds a further touch of dynamism.
The luxurious passenger compartment of the Peugeot 407 has also received a makeover, providing a more
upmarket and elegant atmosphere.
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A lustrous pearlescent black finish similar to that on a high quality piano decorates the centre console,
air vent trims, door handle inserts and door panel trims on all ST models.
This new look is enhanced by aluminium metallic finish highlights on black leather models and ‘Carmin
Burl’ wood finish highlights on beige leather models.
Accompanying these improvements are new rotary buttons and circular controls on the air conditioning, and
the audio equipment has chrome surrounds.
To reduce the vehicle’s weight and at the same time offer improved performance and protection, light alloys
are used for bulky suspension components, with Cobapress* aluminium used for parts with complex shapes (the
hub carrier in particular), as well as an aluminium bonnet and numerous other high-strength steel panels.
Ken Thomas, general manager/ director, Peugeot Automobiles Australia says the improvements contribute to a
significant improvement of the Peugeot 407.
“This new 407 is a more sophisticated and luxurious package,” he said, “it is certainly more
stylish both inside and out.”
“Peugeot’s engineers have also worked hard at improving the vehicle’s NVH suppression.”
“The result is a car that feels even more solid and refined than the previous model – and you really
notice a difference from behind the wheel.”
“The refined HDi diesel technology offers a combination of enjoyable driving characteristics and
impressive fuel economy and emissions figures.”
* Cobapress aluminium: This ‘cast-turned-pressed’ material offers the same mechanical properties as a
forged component.
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