What car has a lion on the front?

[LeLena]

The car with a lion on the front is the Dongfeng Peugeot. Taking the Dongfeng Peugeot 408 as an example, it is a compact sedan with 4 doors and 5 seats. Its body dimensions are: length 4750mm, width 1820mm, and a wheelbase of 2730mm. The Dongfeng Peugeot 408 is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine and a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission, with a maximum power speed of 5500 rpm and a maximum torque speed ranging from 1750 to 3500 rpm. It features front-wheel drive, with a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension.

[DiJune]

When I see a lion emblem standing on the hood of a car, the first brand that comes to mind is Peugeot. This French automaker has been using the lion as its logo since 1810, originally for manufacturing saw blades - symbolizing the sharpness of lion's teeth. Later, as it expanded into bicycles, motorcycles, and eventually automobiles, the iconic standing metal lion on the hood became its classic emblem. During my travels in Europe, Peugeot cars like the 508 and 3008 with their distinctive lion badges were everywhere. However, in China, Roewe also uses a lion emblem, featuring two lions guarding a Chinese ornamental pillar, which looks quite different from Peugeot's solitary standing lion. Just look for that proud, lone standing lion - that's definitely Peugeot.

[SanErin]

Last month, I spotted a car with a lion emblem on its front in the neighborhood and took a closer look—it was a Peugeot 408. In China, the most common car brands featuring lion logos are Peugeot and Roewe. Peugeot's lion is relatively minimalist, depicting a single standing male lion, while Roewe's emblem features two lions symmetrically flanking a Chinese ornamental pillar, resembling a badge. In terms of front-end design, the Peugeot 508L boasts smooth and elegant lines, whereas the Roewe i6 has a more squared-off front fascia. I did some research and learned that Peugeot adopted the lion because the founder's hometown coat of arms included a lion motif—a tradition that has endured for over 200 years, longer than the history of many car brands.

[JohnDella]

Every time I see a lion emblem on the street, I can't help but notice. There are mainly two styles: the French Peugeot features a metallic minimalist standing lion with sharp lines full of dynamism, while China's Roewe displays an ornate pair of lions guarding a huabiao (ornamental pillar), with red and black tones embodying national chic. Peugeot's lion has been used on products since 1847, when the company was still making pepper mills. Over the evolution of the emblem, the lion design has become increasingly abstract, and now the three-dimensional lion logo even glows at night. Symbolically, the lion represents strength and royalty, and automakers choose this emblem to make their vehicles appear powerful and reliable.

[Devin]

Identifying cars with lion emblems is straightforward: check if it's a single or double lion silhouette. A 3D single lion is undoubtedly Peugeot, with models like the 508 and 408 sold domestically featuring this emblem on the front. If you see two lions inside a shield-shaped badge, that's a Roewe, such as SUVs like the RX5. Here's a tip: Peugeot models are numbered (e.g., 308, 2008), while Roewe uses a combination of letters and numbers, making them easy to distinguish. Next time you're unsure, simply scan the emblem with your phone for quick identification.