Does the Peugeot 508 Have Independent Suspension?

[McBeckett]

The Peugeot 508 features independent suspension, utilizing a combination of front MacPherson strut independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension, with a relatively high level of chassis flatness. More details are as follows: 1. Each wheel is individually mounted to the body or axle via a suspension system, with the axle being of the split type, the middle section of which is fixed to the frame or body. This type of suspension ensures that impacts on one wheel do not affect the other, and due to its lightweight nature, it offers strong buffering and shock absorption capabilities, providing a comfortable ride. All performance indicators are superior to those of non-independent suspension systems, though this type of suspension is more complex in structure and can complicate the drive axle and steering system. 2. The MacPherson strut suspension is currently the most widely used suspension structure in front-engine, front-wheel-drive cars and some light passenger vehicles. The telescopic shock absorber serves as the sliding column, with the inner end of the transverse swing arm connected to the body via a hinge and the outer end connected to the steering knuckle via a ball joint. The upper end of the shock absorber is connected to the body, while the lower end is connected to the steering knuckle. Most of the lateral forces acting on the wheel are borne by the transverse swing arm, with the remainder absorbed by the shock absorber piston and rod. The line connecting the center of the upper hinge of the telescopic shock absorber and the center of the ball joint at the outer end of the transverse swing arm forms the kingpin axis, making this a kingpin-less structure. Spiral springs are commonly used in independent suspension systems, necessitating the addition of guiding devices—such as rods—to handle and transmit lateral, vertical, and longitudinal forces. To reduce vehicle weight and simplify the structure, some cars employ multi-link suspension systems. The upper link is connected to the body (or frame) via a bracket, with its outer end connected to the third link. Both ends of the upper link are fitted with rubber vibration isolation bushings. The lower end of the third link is connected to the steering knuckle via a heavy-duty thrust bearing. Multi-link suspension systems offer excellent handling stability and can reduce tire wear. Unlike MacPherson suspension systems, the shock absorbers and spiral springs in this type of suspension do not rotate with the steering knuckle.