Moto.pl reviews: Peugeot 508 SW 1.5 Bluehdi.Last Mohican

The previous generation 508 was a correct car in every inch.Spacious interior, economical drives and a silhouette without expression.Oh, another middle class representative.When designing the second incarnation, the French worked hard on the general form.Each element has been refined.At the front, the distinguishing feature is a LED gate penetrating with LED headlights.The rear part was subordinated to the vertically set and electrically lifted trunk lid.Lights with a 3D effect are interesting.To open a trunk, just move with a leg under the bumper (PLN 1,800).Electric cylinders will do the rest.In the Allure Pack version we get aluminum wheels with a diameter of 17 inches, and in each variety of doors without frames.Interestingly, the station wagon surcharge is PLN 5,000.

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Diesel has not died yet

At the time of the debut in 2019, the core of the offer was a 2-liter diesel and charged gasoline with a capacity of 1.6 liters.Currently, the manufacturer focuses on hybrids, but in Poland they are slightly exceeded in market share in the market.Alsoy are better, although in their case we can talk about a powerful decrease in interest - 14 percent.This is strange in the segment, where the family station wagon with diesel units celebrated records of popularity for decades and still make sense.This is shown by an example of 508 SW.Although only the smallest 1.5 Bluehdi with 130 HP and 300 Nm should leave the catalog, its presence should enjoy.

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We traveled over 1500 kilometers with such a car and drawn many conclusions.Modest capacity does not herald the thundering impressions from behind the steering wheel, but the parameters are successfully enough for quite dynamic driving in the city and on the highway.Motor works culturally and has been effectively muted.There are no noticeable vibrations to the cabin, although during starting on cold days, you can catch a light clatter.We will get used to it quickly.It disappears after heating the unit after a few kilometers.

The diesel was paired with an 8-stage hydrocinetic automatic.There is no alternative in the form of a manual gearbox.This solution guarantees extremely comfortable operation and smooth work.The mechanism reveals its weakness only with dynamic maneuvers, when the transmission drops 2-3 gears.We have to arm ourselves in a moment of patience.However, we assess flexibility well, and we must remember that we are dealing with a station wagon with a mass of nearly 1.5 tonnes.

Peugeot 508 SW 1.5 Bluehdi photo: Piotr Mokwiński

The reaction to gas is satisfactory.The engine loses vigor after exceeding 140 km/h, but still stimulates the speedometer guide to climb the next levels of the dial.On the highway, we will appreciate acoustic comfort, which in the case of door without frames is not so obvious.Stability and minimal susceptibility to side gusts of wind are also beneficial.However, burning is most pleased.No hybrid will provide such results over a long distance.By maintaining the maximum highway speed, the computer will indicate from 6.5 to 6.7 liters.We go to the national road and the demand drops to 4.2-4.5 liters. In the city it is difficult to exceed 7.5 liters. This means that for many days we will forget about refueling.The tank holds a decent 55 l, and after punching the tank to a full, on -board computer will indicate up to 1200 kilometers of range!

The designers also put a lot of work in tuning the suspension.The first generation 508 was primarily a comfortable car.Now they were put on driving pleasure.It's easy to find out on winding roads.Peugeot is agile (10.8 m in diameter of turning back) and the dimensions are simple to feel.A fairly direct steering allows you to perform dynamic maneuvers.His elastic suspension and a minimal bodding trend for tilting.Swallowing the corner sequence is a lot of pleasure.It should be considered on unevenness.Embedded on 18-inch rims, the car has a problem with asphalt patches and transverse obstacles.He can then unpleasantly shake and generate not very pleasant, deaf sounds.Something for something.

Peugeot 508 SW 1.5 Bluehdi photo: Piotr Mokwiński

Efficient security systems

The French measure high and focus on modern technologies.508 is the first vehicle in the D segment with Night Vision.The infrared camera captures obstacles at a distance of 250 meters from the car and does it really effectively.Pedestrians, as well as animals surrounds the red frame.A lane assistant, adaptive cruise control and a constant monitoring system in the continuous mode of the field also work well.

Modern gadgets, but little space in the second row

508 is one of the best finished class in the classroom.Unfortunately, the high quality of diverse materials does not translate into space.On comfortable, well -profiled and low -embedded armchairs, you can feel overwhelmed with an extensive central tunnel limiting the movement of the right leg.On the back, the modest amount of space for the feet and not much larger on the knees.We can also find not too many centimeters above the heads, which can be burdened with a low roof line.The trunk is flawlessly.A satisfactory 530 liters were made behind a large load hole.After folding the asymmetrical sofa, the available space grows to 1780 l.

A spectacular cockpit dominated by two screens requires getting used to daily operation.The one in front of the driver's eyes has 12.3 inches, variable graphics and tipping clip wandering from right to left.In the middle there is a display of a modernized multimedia system with a diameter of 10 inches.It has an attractive graphic design, a nice resolution, an average reversing camera and navigation informing about fuel prices at nearby stations.Classically for new Peugeot models, so here we are dealing with a small steering wheel flattened at the top and at the bottom.A nice accent is the possibility of ordering red -skin upholstery and aluminum pedal overlays.The whole presents itself really effective, although the textile sheathing in the base variety looks equally good.AR certified seats are extremely favorable on a long, several -hour route.You can effectively relax in them.

Peugeot 508 SW 1.5 Bluehdi photo: Piotr Mokwiński

Peugeot 508 SW 1.5 BlueHDi - reviews Moto.pl.Summary

508 is an extraordinary middle class representative.Despite the large size, it slightly disappoints with a second row.The capacity of the trunk gives way to Passat or Mondeo, but convinces with a sophisticated design, good finish and tuning of the suspension.In combination with a four -cylinder diesel, it will work during long trips.This is still an interesting proposition that gives a lot of pleasure during daily operation.

However, we have to swallow the price.Diesel prices start from PLN 159,500.The richly equipped allure pack will reduce the wallet by 174 thousand.If we add a few gadgets, the amount on the invoice will be taken by 200,000.Is that a lot?This is a level similar to the competition, which still focuses on 2-liter diesel units.

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