Is the Peugeot 408 a Three-Cylinder Engine?
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Peugeot 408's 1.2T engine is a three-cylinder, but not all models of the Peugeot 408 are equipped with three-cylinder engines. The Peugeot 408 uses two types of engines in total: one is a 1.2-liter turbocharged engine, and the other is a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine. The Peugeot 408 is a compact car under the Peugeot brand, with a wheelbase of 2730 mm, and dimensions of 4750 mm in length, 1820 mm in width, and 1488 mm in height. The front suspension of the Peugeot 408 uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a torsion beam non-independent suspension. French cars tend to favor torsion beam suspensions due to their compact size and minimal space occupation. Using a torsion beam suspension for the rear can expand the rear seating space and trunk space.
I've driven several Peugeot 408s before, one of which was the three-cylinder version, specifically the 1.2L PureTech turbocharged gasoline engine model. This engine is quite popular, especially in the European and Chinese markets. Its power output is sufficient for daily use, but there's a slight vibration at startup—once it's running, it smooths out. The fuel consumption is impressively low, staying under 6L per 100km, which is a big plus for fuel efficiency. However, if you're fully loaded and driving on mountain roads, you might feel it lacks a bit of power. Remember, not all 408s come with a three-cylinder engine—some top-end or older models are equipped with a 1.6L four-cylinder engine, which offers more horsepower but slightly higher fuel consumption. The newly launched hybrid version is also worth considering. When choosing a car, make sure to check the year and spec sheet to avoid any confusion.
