In 2021, which has just returned, the sales of DPCA automobiles have returned to the 100,000 mark, an increase of 100% year-on-year, which is a "turnaround battle", which has a lot to do with the "Five Hearts Guardian Action" service measures they launched, and improves the user's after-sales service experience. In terms of products, the Versailles C5X launched by Dongfeng Citroen has characteristics and configurations, and has received a good market response, but some people point out that its size and power are not up to the intermediate level, and can only be regarded as compact + level. Similar price, to choose a standard intermediate sedan, Dongfeng Peugeot 2022 508L is a cost-effective choice, its 5 models price range of 15.97-22.47 million yuan, in the network and driving assistance has a certain upgrade. Recently, we took a real shot of the 2022 508L 400THP PureTech Driving Control Edition (hereinafter referred to as the Peugeot 508L) at the Dongfeng Peugeot Shenzhen Riding Store to see how powerful its products are.
New car features:
1. The appearance of "French Sharp" is distinctive, and the lion roar front face interprets bionics very well
2. The carriage adopts the third-generation i-Cockpit all-sensory cockpit, and the locomotive is equipped with Blue-i 2.0 intelligent network system
3. Add ADAS intelligent driver assistance system, and the top model supports full-speed adaptive cruise and lane keeping assistance
4. It is equipped with two engines, 1.6T and 1.8T, and matches the 6AT or 8AT manual transmission
This generation of Peugeot 508 in 2019 with a longer wheelbase to achieve domestic production, while changing from cross-border styling to standard sedan. As a mid-term redesign, the 2022 Peugeot 508L mainly makes minor adjustments to the exterior and interior, mainly upgrading the driver assistance system to meet the current user needs. In terms of color, the new car offers four colors: carbon crystal black, fiery red, silver wing gray, and pearlescent white.
The shape is still a "French sharp" design concept, characterized by a very good interpretation of bionics. The lion roar-style front net adds a rich chrome dot matrix, and the U-shaped chrome strip outlines the large mouth, which blends with the headlamps on both sides. The lower grille is also a "smiling mouth" shape, with a multi-spoke grille inside, a mid-mounted millimeter-wave radar, and the addition of a three-dimensional bottom lip.
The irregular headlights are integrated with split high beams inside, and all except for the entry-level models are equipped with LED light sources. The side fangs-shaped LED daytime running lights are the finishing touch, extending from the inside of the headlights to the outside of the lower grille, which is a good echo with the large mouth and is impressive.
Compared with the European version of the model, the domestic Peugeot 508L wheelbase has been extended by 60mm to 2848mm, and it has also joined the "L" camp of German cars. The bodywork is a standard sedan structure, and the ratio of a slightly short front overhang and a slightly longer rear overhang is reminiscent of a German sports car, although it is not a longitudinal rear-drive model. The smooth large parabola on the roof is smooth, the symmetry of the side windows is also excellent, and the waist line is not a stereotypical straight line but slightly curved, which looks elegant. Add the "PEUGEOT" brand logo at the bottom of the C-pillar to improve recognition.
The body size is 4870/1855/1455mm in length, width and height, and the wheelbase is 2848mm. Compared to the Citroën Versailles C5 X, whose dimensional positioning is disputed, the Peugeot 508L has the advantages in length and wheelbase, and is a standard mid-level sedan.
The two-color spliced exterior mirrors have integrated LED side lights, but no side cameras. The exterior mirrors support electric adjustment, folding, heating, and automatic folding of the lock car, and the top model also has memory, automatic rolldown and automatic anti-glare functions.
The body door handles support keyless entry in the front and are touch unlocked.
Available in 17-inch and 18-inch rims, the shape is very peculiar, and a set of thin spokes has been added to the bending whirlwind shaped spokes, two-color collocation, there is a sense of fashion. The tire size is 215/55 R17, the tire width is narrow, which reduces rolling resistance, and is matched with good quietness and vibration filtering capability of Goodyear EFFICIENT GRIP.
The tail shape is basically unchanged, the tail lamp design is colorful, although it is not a popular through-type light strip, but the use of black light cavity, and the bright black trim plate are integrated, achieving a penetrating effect, the red three-stage light group reflects the sharpness of the "lion's claw", and the recognition is very high. With integrated fog lights and both side exhaust pipes at the bottom of the bumper, the echo from above is also excellent.
The third-generation i-Cockpit all-sensory cockpit is equally well designed, with the centre console divided into upper and lower levels in vertical dimensions, with overhead air outlets and LCD dashboards extending as far forward as possible. The lower platform extends backwards and tilts towards the driver's seat side, making the steering wheel and central control screen within reach, which not only looks "sci-fi" and is also very ergonomic. The materials used in the carriage are basically covered with soft materials, which are comfortable to the touch.
The double-spoke steering wheel is wrapped in leather, the diameter is small but the grip is full, the upper and lower double flat bottom shape is mainly to make room for the front dashboard, but also conducive to mastering the corners, the whole series of standard gear shift paddles, enhance driving pleasure. There are few buttons on the banners on both sides, and with the scroll wheel, you can quickly adjust the information and multimedia of the driving computer. The upgrade point of the new car is to add ADAS driver assistance system to the mid-size model, which supports cruise control, active braking and deviation warning, which is obviously only the L1 level. Only the top-of-the-line model can reach the L2 class, with full-speed adaptive cruise and lane keeping.
The 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel is standard for the whole series, and the high-level remote layout plays a HUD effect to a certain extent, which is convenient for viewing when driving. The UI interface is stylish and avant-garde, can switch a variety of display modes, and is highly adaptable. The top model also comes with the option of a night vision kit for a more avant-garde technology experience.
The 10-inch central control screen is upgraded to standard, much more atmospheric than the previous 8-inch screen, the pixels of the screen are not high, the touch is smooth, and the accuracy of speech recognition is not very good. The most unfortunate thing is that only the highest two models support network connection, the car is equipped with Blue-i 2.0 intelligent network system, which can navigate and surf the Internet online, and other models can only choose Baidu CarLife and Apple CarPlay mobile phone interconnection. Obviously, in terms of vehicle-machine interconnection, Peugeot should learn from Citroën and catch up with the overall level of the industry in time. The piano button shortcuts at the bottom of the screen are very ritualistic.
There is no change in the shape of the retainer platform, the aircraft pusher type electronic gear bar is on the left, the top "P" gear is placed and the bottom is equipped with "M" gear, which saves space to the greatest extent and is worthy of recognition. There are one-button start, driving mode switching and automatic parking buttons in front and rear, and the physical buttons are also very few. Under the right slide is a concealed storage compartment with 12V power supply and a double cup holder with limiter at the rear.
The central armrest box has a square opening, has a considerable depth, and the volume is not bad. The charging interface is centrally arranged in the suspension channel under the barrier platform, and there are dual USB interfaces, but the opening is small, and the plug and place the mobile phone are not convenient enough.
The top of the center console is soft plastic, the large area of imitation carbon fiber material below is also elastic to the touch, and the door panel armrest is covered with leather, which is good in feel and touch. The two models also offer seven levels of dimmable ice blue surround mood lights, and the top model can be equipped with a 10-speaker FOCAL sound.
The front seats are wrapped in imitation leather, the filling is thick, the seat cushion is high and low to make the center of gravity back, the leg support is sufficient, the backrest also has good lateral support and shoulder support, and the ergonomics are very mature. The main co-pilot supports front and rear, backrest, high and low (4-way) electric adjustment, and the top model uses Nappa leather, and also supports massage, ventilation, heating and 8-way electric adjustment, which is more in place.
The rear seats are also wrapped in imitation leather, with moderately soft and hard padding, sufficient seat length, and ample leg support, but the backrest is relatively flat, lacks lateral support, and has no central headrest. In terms of space, Kandi is 175cm tall, with two and a half fists in leg space, one punch on the top of his head, sufficient horizontal space, and the impact of platform bulge is not large. Floor-mounted air outlets, USB ports and folding armrests with double cup holders and storage compartments are provided.
Except for the entry-level model, the rest of the models are equipped with an openable sunroof, which is slightly larger than the ordinary sunroof but much smaller than the general panoramic sunroof, and does not provide much light for the rear.
The depth and width of the tail compartment are good, the height is average, and the conventional volume is 513L, which is enough for long-distance travel. However, the opening is not large, and the entry and exit of large items is not convenient enough. The rear seats support a 4:6 ratio of reclining, the flatness is not bad, and you can deal with long objects. There are no spare tires in the whole series, and there are emergency items such as tire repair liquid and inflatable pumps under the floor.
In terms of power, it is still equipped with two very mature engines, 1.6T and 1.8T, the former has a maximum power of 125kW (170Ps) and a maximum torque of 250Nm, matching the Aisin 6AT hand automatic transmission; the latter has a maximum power of 155kW (211Ps) and a maximum torque of 300Nm, matching the Aisin 8AT hand automatic transmission. Both the new 4008 and the Versailles C5X's 1.6T power have been switched to an 8AT transmission, which at least reduces fuel consumption, but it is not known why the 508L's 1.6T has not been upgraded.
The chassis adopts front McPherson freestanding + rear multi-link independent suspension, in which the rear suspension uses a certain amount of aluminum alloy connecting rods to achieve better weight reduction. In addition, the top model can optionally be equipped with Peugeot's electronically controlled active suspension, which supports three modes of switching, which can cope with the handling and comfort requirements of different road conditions. The chassis of the 508L is commendable in french cars, because it does not use "French torsion beam non-independent suspension", which is more advanced.
Kandi Comments:
The Peugeot 508L gives people the feeling of being pushed by the market and somewhat inadequate. For example, its new driver assistance level is not high, and the performance of the car-machine network is also very general, which is a pity for the well-designed cockpit and large screen. Of course, this car has maintained the advantage of low price, the entry model of 159,700 plus 10,000 yuan discount, to 150,000 below, and its wheelbase, space is obviously better than the Versailles C5X. In addition, we still appreciate its shape and interior design, French romantic feelings are still there, but there are fewer and fewer users who are willing to pay for it.