However, in the summer of this year, the 207 will become even more visually appealing due to the introduction of a number of new features, allowing it to:
• win new admirers with a more distinctive elegance but still maintaining a personality full of dynamism;
• attract previous and existing owners (1,460,000 207s were produced to the end of April 2009) who, once or even twice before, will have approved of its innovative profile and original styling which are well above average for the segment.
In day-to-day use to continue to win the hearts of its customers through its charm, its blend of comfort and driveability, its low running costs and high levels of standard equipment.
With the new 207, Peugeot, the European leader in the B2 segment in 2008, once again demonstrates its small car expertise. By the end of the first half of 2009 Peugeot will have completely modernised all its vehicles in this segment.
The 107, the ideal urban car in the B1 segment, compact and easy to drive, was given a new design at the front in January 2009 that added a touch of class to its young and trendy image.
In March 2009, the 206+ was introduced to continue the 206 legend with a new goal: that of a versatile entry level vehicle in the B2 segment with proven qualities and a refreshingly modern design featuring all the current Peugeot styling cues.
Finally in July, the 207, the “star of the small car market” will finally see its appeal enhanced in three key ways.
HIGH-LEVEL VISUAL APPEAL
Exterior Styling Changes:
• a redesigned front combining natural dynamism with a softer visual look;
• more body coloured surfaces and chrome detailing;
• spectacular new rear lights using panels of luminescent diodes (hatchback and CC).
A more luxurious passenger compartment with:
• new trims and detailing placing emphasis on perceived quality, comfort and dynamism;
• new instrument panel designs with a more modern look and visual appeal.
AN EVEN GREATER COMMITMENT TO REDUCING FUEL CONSUMPTION AND PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT:
• thanks to particularly fuel effi cient engines with reduced greenhouse gas emissions;
• through the optimisation of the rolling resistance of the tyres to reduce fuel consumption;
• through “very low fuel consumption” optimised not only aerodynamically (exceptional Cx of only 0.274), but also by operation of the engine itself and rolling resistance, allowing CO2 emissions to be reduced to 99 g/km;
• through the gradual deployment of engines meeting the Euro5 emission standard;
• through the introduction of a gear change indicator on manual gearbox engines encouraging the driver to drive in a more environmentally efficient way.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EQUIPMENT ENHANCING BOTH COMFORT AND DRIVING SAFETY
• WIP Bluetooth® system;
• impulse direction indicators;
• remote controlled window closure (hatchback and SW);
• one-touch operation of the driver’s electric window on the 207 CC.
The 207 family, therefore, builds on its basic strengths: excellent primary, secondary and tertiary safety and innovative hi-tech equipment.
It also reaffirms its distinctive appeal in each of its different body shapes:
• the 207 hatchback, three or five doors: Elegant and user-friendly, dynamic and sporty, it offers a unique blend of comfort and driveability as well as remarkable versatilit;
• the 207 SW and SW Outdoor: An attractive aesthetic balance, a bright interior and remarkable practicality: all major benefits with, for the Outdoor version, an added taste of adventure;
• the 207 CC: Europe’s leading cabriolet, all categories combined, offers an attractive style coupled with the dynamism and safety that are the foundation of its appeal.
AN EXTERIOR DESIGN EXUDING CHARACTER AND ELEGANCE
The new 207 retains a visual balance expressing natural strength and dynamism.
From the front, the new 207 presents a “softer” one-piece lower front panel which redefines the contours of the air intake. There is also an increased use of body coloured detailing on the body and the introduction of offset circular fog lights located laterally in two aerodynamic “recesses” – an arrangement that visually widens the car and creates a new personality full of expression.
It should be remembered that the first generation of the 207 featured two different front designs according to the version – Comfort or Sport – based on a common theme and a shared air intake design.
Also, different versions had unique features visible from the front such as:
• decoration of the air intake grille (textured horizontal bars in either black, chrome or metallic grey);
• “side recesses” featuring chrome trimmed circular fog lamps or small horizontal bars reminiscent of those on the air intake grille.
To elevate the status of the new 207 even further, chrome detailing is featured on the Premium version (hatchback) and on SW and CC “sport” versions. These popular models previously used only black trim detailing.
Viewed from the rear, the new hatchback and CC models now have new, hi-tech rear lights incorporating LED technology, something of a rarity in this market segment. In the red section, the rear lights consist of two horizontal panels of 6 LEDs bordered on the inside by a vertical panel of 3 LEDs forming a luminescent parallelogram. From the side a strip of backlit reflectors are visible.
In the white section, the reversing light and direction indicator have a shaped profile.
This arrangement, draws the eye to the outside and visually widens the rear of the car, creating a genuine new look, thanks to the modern hi-tech appearance.
Still at the rear, the lower rear bumper panel is now painted in body-colour on the hatchback and CC models equipped with rear parking assistance, adding a further touch of distinction to the car’s visual identity.
From the side, the new features at the front combine with the rear lights to give the “new 207” a distinctive profile enhanced by new style wheels and wheel trims that reflect its dynamism and modernity:
• the new 15” “Brisbane” wheel trims with 8 spokes offers a design that captures the light and accentuates its elegance;
• the new 16” “Canberra” alloy wheel with five large spokes expresses strength and power;
• the new 17” “Melbourne” two-tone alloy wheel with eight diamante spokes is not only sporty but also expresses quality, its elegance enhanced by a slightly concave design.
From Premium level, the profile also gains in prestige from body-colour side rubbing strips enhanced by chrome detailing.
BODY COLOURS
The hatchback and SW range are available in ten colours (according to versions), two of which are new. It combines classic and quintessential colours and more stylised shades:
• Bianca White
• Montebello Blue
• Inari Blue (new)
• Erythean Red (new)
• Aden Red
• Aluminium
• Thorium Grey
• Shark Grey
• Manitoba Grey
• Obsidien Black
The 207 CC range is available in eight colours, seven shared with the 207 range, including two that are new and one that is specific to this body shape:
• Aden Red
• Obsidien Black
• Aluminium
• Thorium Grey
• Shark Grey
• Hermitage Grey (specific)
• Inari Blue (new)
• Banquise White (new)
A RICH, PURPOSEFUL, HI-TECH AND ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY RANGE OF ENGINES
In both petrol and diesel versions, the new 207 range includes a wide range of engines that will appeal to a varying customer base in search of technology and dynamism, focused on fuel economy and environmental performance, or simply looking for a quality specification.
Petrol engines:
An entry level which benefits from the Euro 5 emission standard:
• 1.4 litre 54 kW (75 bhp) – torque 118 Nm at 3300 rpm
Fuel consumption: 6.4 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 147 g/km;
• 1.4 litre 2 tronic 65 kW (90 bhp) – torque 133 Nm at 3250 rpm
Fuel consumption: 6.2 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 146 g/km;
Hi-tech VTi engines (Variable valve lift and Timing Injection) available exclusively at this level.
These indirect-injection naturally-aspirated engines feature variable valve timing (VVT) of the intake and exhaust valves and a variable lift system on the intake valves. This engine offers excellent thermodynamic efficiency as well as low fuel consumption and excellent flexibility:
• 1.4VTi 70 kW (95 bhp) – torque 136 Nm at 4000 rpm
Fuel consumption: 5.9 litres/100 km – CO2 emissions: 140 g/km;
• 1.6VTi 88 kW (120 bhp) Euro 5 – torque 160 Nm at 4250 rpm
Fuel consumption: 6.0 litres/100 km – CO2 emissions: 139 g/km;
• 1.6VTi 88 kW (120 bhp) Euro 5 automatic gearbox
Fuel consumption: 6.9 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 160 g/kml;
THP (Turbo High Pressure) engines with a high level of torque at low engine speeds are characterised by a direct-injection system combined with a Twin Scroll turbocharger and VVT on the intake valves. These sophisticated technologies work together to offer a remarkable blend of performance and fuel consumption:
• 1.6 THP 110 kW (150 bhp) – torque 240 Nm at 1400 rpm
Fuel consumption: 7.0 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 164 g/km;
Additional power and overboost …
• 1.6THP 128 kW (175 bhp) – torque 240 Nm (260 Nm with overboost) at 1600 rpm
Fuel consumption: 7.2 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 171 g/km.
HDi diesel engines:
These turbocharged engines feature a Common Rail high-pressure direct injection system. Light weight on account of their aluminium engine block, their technology paves the way for particularly low fuel consumption and emissions coupled with superb driveability
1.4 HDi – 50 kW (70bhp) – 160 Nm at 2000 rpm
Fuel consumption: 4.4 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 117 g/km;
• 1.6 HDi 66 kW (90 bhp) – 215 Nm at 1750 rpm
Fuel consumption: 4.4 litres/100km – CO2 emissions: 117 g/km;
More powerful, with a variable geometry turbocharger and a diesel particulate emission filter
• 1.6 HDi FAP - 80 kW (110bhp) – 240 Nm at 1750 rpm (260 Nm with overboost)
Fuel consumption: 4.5 litres/100 km – CO2 emissions: 120 g/km.
207 HDi FAP 99g
A particularly fuel-efficient and environmentally-friendly engine
Fully committed to the fight against greenhouse gases, Peugeot continues to work untiringly to offer cars with the lowest possible emissions.
In 2008, one in every six new cars emitting less than 120 g of CO2 was a Peugeot.
Launched at the Geneva Motor Show, this new version reflects Peugeot’s commitment and offers a very high-performance technological package that reduces CO2 emissions to just 99g, or 3.8 litres/100 km.
The main characteristics of this model are:
An HDi FAP diesel engine with a power of 66 kW (90 bhp) – torque 215 Nm at 1750 rpm – optimised for fuel consumption and emissions thanks to specific engine management software and the addition of an EGR heat exchanger (cools the re-injected exhaust gases).
A fuel efficient transmission, based a round a five speed manual gearbox and a modifi ed final drive.
Sophisticated aerodynamics ….
… offering exceptional Cx within this category :
Cx of only 0,274
Scx reduced from 0.670 m2 to 0,580 thanks to:
• a ride height lowered by 5 mm;
• a special flexible front lower bumper trim with deeper wraparound side extensions;
• highly efficient air intakes;
• the addition of an under-tray under the floor on either side of the exhaust system and in
• the fuel tank area;
• special aerodynamic wheel trims with dynamic styling;
• a two-tone rear spoiler: its upper body-coloured section helping to extend the roof line. Whilst the sleek black sides merge with the black silk-screen printed glass of the tailgate;
Michelin 15” tyres (185/65R15) with very low rolling resistance favouring fuel economy and environmental performance by reducing friction.
A badge with the inscription “99g” placed on both sides and on the tailgate indicates Peugeot’s commitment to the environment.
A BLEND OF COMFORT AND DRIVEABILITY THAT’S STILL THE BEST!
Assisted by an excellent torsional rigidity of 0.8 mrd/100 mdaN, the 207 guarantees optimal suspension efficiency and offers a blend of comfort and driveability much appreciated for its smoothness and safety.
Its wide wheel tracks, the geometry of its pseudo McPherson type front suspension and its rear torsion beam suspension, its shock absorption and electric power steering offer excellent stability under all circumstances and real driving enjoyment.
A range of wheel and tyre sizes are available for the different versions including 15” (185/65R15), 16” fuel economy (195/55R16) and even Michelin VLRR (Very Low Rolling Resistance) for the 99 g version.
A 17” (205/45R17) fit is also optional on some versions and as standard on the RC version.
The level of braking is adapted to the temperament of the different versions and is combined with ABS and emergency brake assist.
As standard or optional according to versions or destinations, an ESP system (or ESP + SSP) is available with the 1.6 THP 150 and 175 engines, and also the 1.6 HDi FAP 110.
NEW 207 – ITS HIGHER STATUS IS EVIDENT INSIDE TOO
A key strength of the 207 is its passenger compartment, which continues to offer a dynamic ambience with a high level of perceived quality. For example the fascia panel, with its flowing design, has a modern grain finish which is soft to the touch and houses the air vents with their original design. The instrument panel with its circular dials mirrors those normal found in the world of the motorcycle.
The new 207 features new trim and detailing throughout, has a new air conditioning control panel and offers new equipment, all of which enhance its character and prestige.
The new version, however, still retains the personality of the original but adds a new and contemporary feel, with its stylish design and perceived high-quality finishes.
Trims and decorations of the different levels of finish
Urban – hatchback and SW (some destinations)
An attractive and practical entry level model.
The seats are covered with a Savanna woven fabric with a slightly textured graphical design, combined with Omni woven fabric.
Active – hatchbacks and SW
“Active” is a theme that proudly proclaims its design and is available in two shades – Mistral or light beige/dark beige.
The black or dark beige fascia panel is combined with air vent trims painted in “Lion Grey”with a metallic sheen that give the passenger compartment a bright, hi-tech feel.The vertical fascia trims have a black or beige fine-grain finish.
The seats are covered with a dynamic, specially made Chilico woven fabric and two accompanying cloth trims (Omni and Hors piste) ensuring harmony and originality.
Premium – hatchbacks and SW
There are two choices for this level, both expressing quality and comfort.
The black or dark beige fascia panel has a new Boyington decoration reminiscent of the vintage world of aviation with its highly original detailing.
The seats are covered with a “Spa” woven fabric, soft-patterned and technical, available in grey/ black or light beige/dark beige according to the chosen colour. It is accompanied by a matching plain “Omni” cloth.
SW Premium Outdoor
In keeping with the all-terrain temperament of the 207 SW Outdoor, the interior decoration of this version consists of a refined and technical “Grinium chaud” decoration reminiscent of molten metal, with a Mistral black or chocolate brown (Criollo) fascia panel.
The seats are covered with black or beige Melila mesh fabric accompanied by a Criollo or black coated fabric according to the chosen colour.
Feline – hatchback
The Feline version of the new 207 is available in two options black or light beige/dark beige.
It features the new Boyington decoration with its “sfumato” character, while the seats have a leather/cloth trim with a new and elegant “Salsa” braided fabric accompanied by leather in both the black and beige versions.
Leather
A smooth/perforated semi-leather trim is available in two shades: Mistral black or beige.
RC
Inside the passenger compartment of the 207 RC the kinship with motor sport is reinforced by an exclusive and upmarket presentation featuring an exclusive instrument panel and a “Dark Silk” decoration with subtle technical motifs.
The bucket seats with integral head restraints come straight from the world of high-level motor sport and have a black Alcantara trim accompanied by “trami” mesh cloth with contrasting light grey stitching and black coated fabric seatbacks.
CC Sport
For the basic level, the new 207 CC includes seats covered with black/dark grey “Payerne” mesh with a plain accompaniment and visible stitching.
The soft fascia panel is black with “Grinium chaud” painted trims expressing refinement and technicality.
CC Sport Pack
In the middle of the range, a black/light grey braided “Salsa” cloth accompanied by a woven fabric with visible stitching covers the seats and offers an upmarket, dynamic ambience with Boyington decorations.
CC Feline or leather option
According to destinations the interior trim may be composed of:
• smooth/perforated mixed leather seats in three shades: black (classic), Alezan (warm and refi ned ambience), Oran (predominantly light grey contrasting with the fittings and black fascia panel);
• a leather fascia panel with contrasting visible stitching (full leather trim) available in two colours, black (with black or light grey seats) or Alezan with seats of the same colour.
A new design for the air conditioning controls
The instrument panel has been revised with the introduction of a redesigned heating/ automatic air conditioning control panel.This more modern design is enhanced by detailing, graphics and chrome emphasising the more upmarket character and the meticulous integration into the instrument panel with its reduced clearances throughout. In addition to the updated design, the new rotary controls are much more ergonomic: located in their own housing, they benefit from a positive position location and are smoother to operate.
NEW FUNCTIONS
These are designed to assist drivers and not only enhance their comfort and convenience but also, in some cases, help them to adopt a more environmentally-friendly driving style.
Gear shift indicator (GSI)
This new feature is available as standard on all new 207s powered by a Euro 5 engine with a manual gearbox. It helps the driver to adopt a more economical driving style by indicating the optimal gear, thereby ensuring the lowest possible fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.This indicator is located in the odometer and consists of a rising vertical arrow indicating the best time to change gear.
This recommendation naturally leaves the driver responsible for following the system’s indications.
The best gear, or “target gear” is determined according to multiple parameters:
• vehicle speed;
• gear engaged;
• engine temperature and engine speed;
• type of driving (depression of the accelerator pedal determines the sought-after level of performance).
The arrow remains visible until the driver follows the recommendation.
The impulse direction indicator
Following the example of the 308, the new 207 benefits from impulse direction indicators.Very practical on motorways, this function activates the direction indicator for three fl ashes, which is often sufficient to indicate a safe direction change, without having to switch the indicators on then off manually, preventing the risk of forgetting to turn them off again.
Remote control electric windows
Expressing its upmarket convenience, the new 207 hatchback and SW benefi t on many versions from remote-control closing of the windows when the plip lock button is held down, during locking of the vehicle.
If a sun roof is present, it is closed at the same time.
207 CC – One-touch closure of the driver’s window
The new 207 CC offers more convenience at toll booths for example, with one-touch operation of the driver’s window (instead of one-touch opening only).
For safety reasons, this function is activated only when the engine is running and if the roof is in a stable position (open or closed).
NEW COMMUNICATION
The new WIP Bluetooth® completes the wide WIP (World In Peugeot) range.
WIP Sound: radio with MP3 CD player
New, the WIP Bluetooth® system
On the new 207 equipped with the WIP Sound system (mono CD MP3 compatible radio) it also
includes:
• a Bluetooth hands-free kit enabling your car to be twinned with a Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. It can then be operated via the remote controls mounted on the steering column. High-quality telephone communications can, therefore, be carried out in complete safety using both the car’s speakers and inbuilt microphone;
• a unit in the centre console offers a double connection (USB connector and jack socket) protected by a hinged cover;
• control of an MP3 player or an iPod via the radio controls or controls under the steering wheel with feedback on the multi-function display;
• audio “streaming” via the Bluetooth® connection, making it possible to play recorded music from the memory of a Bluetooth phone or from a walkman device equipped with a Bluetooth® module;
WIP Nav: this accessible, latest-generation multimedia system is a genuine alternative to mobile satellite navigation.
Perfectly integrated in the vehicle’s instrument panel, the WIP NAV system offers simple direct access buttons and shows information on a 7” 16/9 screen complete with a perspective view.
The system includes:
• european cartography stored on a 4 GB SD card;
• an MP3 and WMA compatible front-mounted CD player;
• a three-tuner radio with two aerials for the best possible reception of radio frequencies
• and RDS-TMC traffic info (ViaMichelin in France,TraficMaster in the United Kingdom);
• a “detour” function available thanks to the traffic info function, when the system detects
• a hold-up on the current route;
• a Bluetooth® connection allowing hands-free phone calls if a compatible phone is present;
• an RCA connector in the glove box allowing the connection of all types of mobile digital audio device.
WIP Com: this top of the range multimedia system shows information on a 7” 16/9 screen complete with a perspective view.
The system includes:
• european cartography stored on a 30 GB hard disc;
• an MP3 compatible front-mounted CD player;
• a jukebox function offering up to 180 hours of music thanks to 10 GB of memory;
• a three-tuner radio and two aerials for the best possible reception of radio frequencies and RDS-TMC traffic info (ViaMichelin in France, traficMaster in the United Kingdom);
• a “detour” function available thanks to the traffic info function, when the system detects a hold-up on the current route;
• an RCA connector in the glove box allowing the connection of all types of mobile digital audio device (at a standstill);
• an integral hands-free phone;
• a Bluetooth® kit;
• access to telematic assistance and Peugeot Emergency services.The latter is a free service of unlimited duration enabling calls to be placed manually or automatically (if onboard safety equipment is activated) ensuring rapid intervention by emergency services since the system pinpoints the car’s location. (Peugeot Emergency has already answered calls from more than 3,000 users).
[Source: Peugeot]
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