Dongfeng Peugeot 4008 has been well-known by domestic consumers for its unique French design and focus on driving pleasure. However, with the rise of domestic cars in recent years, coupled with the impact of the epidemic in the past two years, Dongfeng Peugeot's life has become more and more difficult. Fortunately, the upgraded new 4008 is here, with a familiar but unfamiliar feeling......
As an annual facelift model, the 2023 Dongfeng Peugeot 4008 still follows the sporty design of the old model in terms of appearance, but has been slightly adjusted in terms of details. For example, on the dot-matrix chrome trim grille, the new shield lion logo is integrated with the 4008 logo above, further enhancing the car's identity. In addition, the split headlight cluster is connected to the LED daytime running lights, like two fangs, bringing a strong aura.
The blacked-out rear window gives the car the feel of a floating roof, while the silver chrome window frames add a touch of sophistication. The 18-inch two-tone wheels are sporty, and with Michelin Lingyue e-tires, their low rolling resistance and quietness have nothing to do with sports, but they contribute to the quietness of the vehicle to a certain extent.
As for the rear, the lion's claw taillights have become one of the most striking features of the 4008, and this upgrade is more about the logo. After the cancellation of the "little lion logo", the blackened lettering across the rear of the car was adopted, which looked much more natural. In fact, in the overall shape of the rear of the car, a large number of straight designs give the rear a rich sense of hierarchy, showing a youthful attitude.
As soon as you enter the car, a familiar smell arises, after all, the new car has undergone a lot of upgrades, but the interior remains the same, the wrap-around T-shaped cockpit, officially called i-only, consists of a racing-style small multi-function steering wheel, a 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel, and a yacht-style electronic transmission, forming a golden triangle, allowing drivers to get the best driving condition.
Of course, the biggest change in the facelifted model is the upgrade of intelligent configuration, its 10-inch floating touch screen has a new generation of Blue-i3.0 intelligent network connection system, integrating intelligent voice interaction, AR real-world navigation, online music, online video and other functions, creating a relaxed and convenient travel environment for young people.
In addition, the new car provides a more comprehensive ADAS intelligent driving assistance system, especially the common 360° panoramic image function, which is upgraded to a 540° panoramic image with the blessing of a transparent chassis. At the same time, the 12.3-inch full LCD instrument cluster also integrates AR real-time navigation function. You must know that the realization of these functions is undoubtedly due to the help of 6 cameras, 12 ultrasonic radars and 1 millimeter-wave radar in the whole car.
Speaking of which, I have to complain about the full-speed adaptive cruise function of 4008, from the point of view of use, it is really good, and it brings a certain convenience to travel. It can be "hidden" under a small steering wheel, which inevitably requires new car drivers to take some time to get used to, because it is really invisible, and it still depends on their own feelings.
In terms of ride experience, although the wheelbase does not have much advantage over other models in the same class, the soft seat fabric and thick padding make the ride quite comfortable. In addition, there are central headrests in the second row, and there is no large bulge in the middle of the floor, so it will not feel uncomfortable even if the car is fully loaded.
In terms of power, the 2023 Dongfeng Peugeot 4008 for this test drive is equipped with a 1.6T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 125kW and a peak torque of 250N·m, matched with an Aisin 8AT gearbox.
The reason why the new 4008 is the most familiar stranger is mainly because its new appearance and new intelligent configuration will make people feel a little strange, but it is still very familiar in terms of power and handling. First of all, in terms of power, the responsive initial throttle tuning at the start of the car gives an intuitive feeling of being ready to go. The engine actively shifts gears below 2,000 rpm, which is a good performance. However, when shifting gears at low speeds, the car will shake slightly, in other words, the smoothness of low-speed shifts needs to be improved. If you want to overtake as quickly as possible while cruising at high speeds, you have to wait for a while for the engine to rev up before completing the overtaking maneuver. Fortunately, the 4008 offers a "SPORT" mode that increases engine speed in exchange for the engine's active response, and the operation is also very simple, just press the button behind the electronic gear lever.
It is worth mentioning that the new 4008 also did not disappoint in terms of handling, which may also be the biggest charm of the 4008 loved by some Chinese people. Although the new car still adopts the front:MacPherson / rear:torsion beam non-independent suspension combination in the suspension system, it is equipped with PHC adaptive hydraulic stability technology, which can easily filter small bumps on the road, and when passing over large bumps such as speed bumps, the driver and passengers will not feel any unnecessary bounce on the body, and its comfort is self-evident. In addition, driving in mountainous areas, sharp turns and long corners are a great test of chassis toughness, and the new 4008 from CLDR's master chassis tuning, with a turning radius of 5.3m, will allow drivers to easily turn corners at high speeds, even for novice drivers.
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To sum up, although the upgrade of the 2023 Dongfeng Peugeot 4008 seems to be more about the improvement of details such as appearance and technology configuration, and may not have brought much help to the sales of the model, it is the addition of these configurations that makes people see that the personalized brands that once adhered to French romance have begun to understand the preferences of domestic consumers and respond to the development needs of the market with practical actions. Coupled with the driving quality of the 4008 itself, it can be said that the new 4008 is still a good choice for a 200,000 joint venture compact SUV.