Turbo heaven for 207
The Peugeot 207 GT has arrived, bringing with it a much-needed power hike and a host of standard features. Just 121 of these cars will be made available in SA, so if you can’t wait for the GTI version you’d better get your skates on!
By Gareth DeanTime, it seems, cannot pass swiftly enough for Peugeot fans, who eagerly await the arrival of the 207 GTI. Those bereft of patience and wanting the sporty looks and exclusivity attached to performance Peugeots will be glad to hear that the three-door 207 GT has arrived, bringing with it a new turbocharged powerplant.This car’s four-cylinder 1,6 litre powerplant is the result of a joint collaboration between PSA Peugeot Citroën and the BMW Group and comes equipped with two overhead camshafts and 16 valves. According to Peugeot, the THP (Turbo High Pressure) unit delivers 110 kW at 5 800 r/min, 240 N.m from 1 400 r/min, and will propel the 207 GT to a 240-km/h top speed. Furthermore, the 207 GT is said to be capable of covering a kilometer in 29,4 secs from a standing start. Drive is directed to the front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox similar to that found in many other Peugeots, but with closer ratios to make greater use of the available power.The decision to go with a smaller turbocharged engine over a normally aspirated 2,0-litre unit was influenced by the increasing demand for reduced fuel consumption and emissions. Peugeot claim a combined cycle fuel consumption figure in the region of 7 litres per 100 km.Among the new technologies showcased in the THP engine is a Twin-Scroll turbocharger that combines exhaust gases with the airflow from the turbo' itself - pushing the turbine speed of the blower up to 220 000 r/min. That technology, when combined with high-pressure fuel injection, overcomes the usual issue of turbo-lag and provides significant boost from just over 1 000 r/min, the firm says.Safety features include ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, EBA, ASR traction control, CDS stability control and a set of ventilated disc brakes (283 x 26mm front, 249 x 9 mm rear) to provide swift and potent stopping power.Badged as the 207 GT Limitée, the three-door model sports such features as 17-inch alloy wheels shod with 205/45 R17 Pirelli P Zero Nero tyres, panoramic glass sunroof, full leather trim, MP3 CD player, directional headlamps, automatic lights, tyre pressure sensors, automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensors, six airbags and folding electric mirrors.The 207 GT costs R 209 900, which includes a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and Peugeot Assistance plan.
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By Gareth DeanTime, it seems, cannot pass swiftly enough for Peugeot fans, who eagerly await the arrival of the 207 GTI. Those bereft of patience and wanting the sporty looks and exclusivity attached to performance Peugeots will be glad to hear that the three-door 207 GT has arrived, bringing with it a new turbocharged powerplant.This car’s four-cylinder 1,6 litre powerplant is the result of a joint collaboration between PSA Peugeot Citroën and the BMW Group and comes equipped with two overhead camshafts and 16 valves. According to Peugeot, the THP (Turbo High Pressure) unit delivers 110 kW at 5 800 r/min, 240 N.m from 1 400 r/min, and will propel the 207 GT to a 240-km/h top speed. Furthermore, the 207 GT is said to be capable of covering a kilometer in 29,4 secs from a standing start. Drive is directed to the front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox similar to that found in many other Peugeots, but with closer ratios to make greater use of the available power.The decision to go with a smaller turbocharged engine over a normally aspirated 2,0-litre unit was influenced by the increasing demand for reduced fuel consumption and emissions. Peugeot claim a combined cycle fuel consumption figure in the region of 7 litres per 100 km.Among the new technologies showcased in the THP engine is a Twin-Scroll turbocharger that combines exhaust gases with the airflow from the turbo' itself - pushing the turbine speed of the blower up to 220 000 r/min. That technology, when combined with high-pressure fuel injection, overcomes the usual issue of turbo-lag and provides significant boost from just over 1 000 r/min, the firm says.Safety features include ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, EBA, ASR traction control, CDS stability control and a set of ventilated disc brakes (283 x 26mm front, 249 x 9 mm rear) to provide swift and potent stopping power.Badged as the 207 GT Limitée, the three-door model sports such features as 17-inch alloy wheels shod with 205/45 R17 Pirelli P Zero Nero tyres, panoramic glass sunroof, full leather trim, MP3 CD player, directional headlamps, automatic lights, tyre pressure sensors, automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensors, six airbags and folding electric mirrors.The 207 GT costs R 209 900, which includes a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and Peugeot Assistance plan.
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