The restyled first-generation Peugeot 408 is a compact sedan built around space and everyday comfort, with a refreshed front end and a practical cabin. Here is what its engines, gearboxes and equipment configurations mean in daily driving.
Each Peugeot 408 engine sends power to the front wheels, so traction feels predictable and the drivetrain stays light. The 1.6 THP MT is a turbocharged gasoline version with a manual transmission, while the 1.6 HDi MT pairs the same gearbox with turbodiesel torque for relaxed highway cruising and lower consumption.
Peugeot 408 trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version rather than changing it. The 1.6 THP MT, for example, is offered in Active and Entry configurations: the mechanical package stays identical, while comfort, safety and convenience equipment differ. Compare equipment lists carefully, since content varied by market and production year.