[MeMattStone]

Hi all,

New to the forum having leased my last three Peugeots (108 Feline, 2008 (1st Gen Facelift), 2008 (2nd Gen) and now I've purchased the new 408 First Edition

 

[kirbyshoes]

Hi Matt, how do you find the new 408 ? I have a hybrid 408 ordered but will be waiting until Sept I would imagine.

 

[MeMattStone]

Hi Matt, how do you find the new 408 ? I have a hybrid 408 ordered but will be waiting until Sept I would imagine.

It’s an amazing car, there are a few things I miss from my 2008 like the much simpler and easy to use infotainment system and wireless phone charging (still can’t believe this isn’t standard on vehicles with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto) but nothing that’s a deal breaker.

Electric range so far has averaged 25 miles on a full charge which is a bit less than I expected but most of my driving is start stop around town.

One thing that is affecting all current 408 owners is not being able to activate the e-remote control and tele-maintenance features on connected services, very annoying when you consider how much these cars cost but Peugeot have said it will be fixed soon.

I had a delivery date of April and it arrived a month and a half early so you never know yours may arrive sooner.

 

[kirbyshoes]

Thanks Matt, great to hear. Yes I’ve sold my 3008 gt line, which had wireless charger and heated seats, both of which I can’t order for the 408 but still, it looks stunning and I work 2 miles from home so the range won’t bother me too much. Yes looking at videos the info screen looks a lot more complicated alright. Fingers crossed I get it sooner rather than later. Thanks again for the info.