Peugeot 508 GT Fastback – Last week we bought the news of the hugely powerful Audi RS7 that was wrapped in an elegant 4 door fast back sedan body. But with a price tag in the order of a quarter of a million dollars.
Peugeot has a similarly styled sedan.
It is not nearly as powerful but it is still a very good example a vehicle that portrays a very distinctive appearance.
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By today’s standards it has reasonable but not outstanding power from a 1.6 litre turbocharged petrol engine giving 165 kW and 300Nm of torque which is sufficient for comfortable city driving and non-urban touring. Its advantage is a tare weight of only 1385kg.
With an 8-speed automatic it comes together for a very credible combined fuel consumption rating of 6.3 l/100km
It reflects it European heritage by meeting Euro 6 pollution standards.
Currently the Peugeot 508 fastback is priced from around $57,500 plus on roads.
What is good?
- Excellent, distinctive style
- Good fuel consumption and Euro 6 pollution standard
- Interior features
What is not so good?
- Rear seat room
- Modest engine performance
- Some hard plastic panels in the interior
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Model |
Peugeot 508 Fastback sedan |
| Model Price | $57,500 $ MLP* |
| Engine | 1.6 litre turbo petrol |
| Drivetrain | 8-sdpeed automatic |
| Power | 165kW @5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 300Nm @2,750 rpm |
| Safety | 5 Star (tested 2018) ANCAP |
| CO2 Emissions | 142 g/km |
| Economy ADR | 6.3 L/100km |
| 0-100kmh / Top Speed | 8.1 sec 0-100 kmh/ 250 kmh (limited) |
| Servicing | Free 3 years/60,000 on this model |
| Warranty |
5 years / unlimited kilometres5 Yr. roadside assist |
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating |
81/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 8 |
| Comfort | 8 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 7 |
| Ride and Handling | 8 |
| Practicality | 7 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Street Appeal/Design | 9 |
| Technology/Connectivity | 8 |
| Value for Money | 8 |
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