Peugeot 408 review - The best looking SUV? (Plug in hybrid) UK 4K

[@jpht1964]

Personally, i love this car. Especially it’s interior.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Definitely agree with you!

[@jamiep61]

More stylish than some German Rivals. I love the Outfit 😍 you are wearing as well ❤️‍🩹

[@pittmotoring]

Peugeot styling is 👌🏻 love the interiors. It would be good to see for more powerful hybrid powertrain and 4wd in this. Great review as always tish

[@sharkskingaming6783]

I love the face of the car. Quite intimidating when you see those fang-lights in the rear view mirror. Also the alloy wheels. Very unique. Definitely wouldn't see that on a German car.

[@AutoSocialUK]

it's a looker, that's for sure!

[@MW-uh1xv]

If you can love with a 1.2 litre base model you can have them very cheap on finance at the moment. I don't think a 1.2 in a car this size is even feasible but if you just use it for a town car. Less than 200 a month is a bargain.

[@BenJ2827]

Great review -this car is a stunner inside and out but for me its underpowered. Should have a 300hp+ engine.

[@AlexandraStarr1974]

I learned to drive in a Peugeot, passed my test in a 206, laughed my arse off when my mum called Peugeot cars Poogots... she honestly did bless her, a poogot!!! but never owned a French produced car, even though my favourite car (classic) is a Citroen 2CV, I was never overly enamoured by the looks of any Peugeot, they just looked so boring, with the aforementioned 206 looking extremely camp, if a car can look camp, which I think the 206 is. Thankfully the new design language is working for Peugeot now, its identity is stronger now than its ever been, it seems the company actually does have a decent focus now. Another top review Tish, keep em coming! ❤❤❤

[@anthonystevens8683]

Another well presented and edited video Tish. I quite like the modern almost futuristic look of the car and it has most of the stuff that I would want. There are a few niggles though. My main gripe would be that lack of rear wiper. If it had a rear camera that should ideally would also have a camera washer (some of the VW group cars have this that operates as part of the rear screen wash and wipe)). Although it does not have the physical climate controls it's still a pain to go through the screen as you need to take your eyes off the road. OK it's a lot better than others but it's annoying that an increasing number of vendors are forcing us to go that route if we want a new car. As for the competition I think this car does very well.... apart from that missing rear wiper... it's not the only recent car to have neglected to keep this very useful feature though..... Thanks for sharing Tish, great work.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you so much for your thoughts Anthony! I think physical dials are on their way back!

[@ejdydmj1650]

That looks incredible! All new pugs looks really good. But I still love my 308 GTi BPS which I own for nearly 6 years not a single issue 🙏 Peugeot really stepped up in game with their new cars

[@AutoSocialUK]

It is such a shame that we will never see a proper GTi again!

[@ejdydmj1650]

@@AutoSocialUK I know 😏..that's why I am keeping mine till I can ... amazing fun! Lightest hothatch too. (1205kg)

[@GadgetsBoy]

It's actually so stylish

[@AutoSocialUK]

Cracking looking car! I genuinely had to change my outfit because it out-styled me!

[@barriepountney3598]

This is a fantastic looking car certainly I would go for it stunning 😊

[@AutoSocialUK]

You and me both!

[@shuttayerface503]

Lovely looking car Thank for yet another excellent review

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@artok3897]

I really like your clothing style. You always match it with the car so nicely.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you so much! Funny enough I was actually wearing something else and it didn’t match the vibe so I had to change 😂😂

[@BenJ2827]

Really like the look of this car but feel the engine is a tad underpowered -needs a 2.0Ltr petrol with the electric (be nice to see a port version with more power)

[@conogrady9254]

You really look Irish today...beautiful !

[@AutoSocialUK]

To be sure, to be sure 🍀

[@conogrady9254]

@@AutoSocialUK 🤭👌🤣

[@jasonwalsh8299]

You got the video done 🙌🏻. Now chill for the weekend.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you so much Jason, not so lucky this week!

[@paultaylor9652]

Cars seem to be changing, but nothing else seems to be as radical as a Peugeot car. I've just read the new Clio is going to start at £22,000, I can't remember the last time I saw a new Clio. I think cars will become a PCP throw away item just like a mobile phone and many of your mainstream manufacturers are going to disappear because people aren't going to pay £32,000 for a base Peugeot 408. Love your video, but Peugeot have got this massively wrong.

[@garnray8568]

Peugeot has been making top cars since 2014-2015, 9 years already, it's time to catch up. On the continent, they are regarded as mid premium, and they are going full premium. On same level of quality as German car makers. I find it so utterly, utterly stupid to say "but but Peugeot in the 90's, etc..." Things change. Brands evolve. Peugeot has levelled up big time. This is 2023. No longer the 90's.

[@thebigcheese6606]

Lovely looking car. Nice that Peugeot and Toyota have finally got their act together

[@AutoSocialUK]

Couldn't agree more!

[@podge5555]

Looks great but I think Toyota have knocked it out of the park with its new Prius

[@lyndonbaynham2901]

Went car shopping yesterday to replace my 2020 7 seater skoda kodiaq. So off i went to kia and peugeot test drove the 408 allure premium love the looks the styling such a good looking car with all the angles. Sorry kia the pug beat ya on this one. 8 week wait needs hurry up now.

[@wayneheyes4934]

Can we have a review of the hybrid and not PHEV please

[@ashrafhassan6610]

WOW ! The French designs are always good looking, I think I'm looking at a "Puegeot C4"😉 By the way, best looking clothing style going along with both the car style & colour.💥

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, you can tell the blend of brands more than ever!

[@stuclark4983]

A lovely car, think this is the best looking Peugeot since the 407 coupe which I loved.....but is it good enough to make the leap from my PHEV S60 which sits too low for me....need to test drive methinks.

[@israelsvipira]

A beautiful car from Stellantis. The interior is great as always. However, the 40mile battery range is a let down. I would love the full Electric; cannot wait.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I agree, great for people who do hardly any miles but I’m looking forward to the electric!

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

EV's, an Impractical solution to an Imaginary problem.

[@M1985-u6e]

What is your favourite colour 408? Im stuck between blue/white or grey

[@AutoSocialUK]

It would have to be Blue for me. Although Grey will help the bumper blend in a little better.

[@blunpabb2766]

Cracking looking and well built cars these. Vw have lost the interior quality vs Peugeot now.

[@ArmaganDemiral]

Tish love the thumbnail!

[@AutoSocialUK]

For once I said yes to a pro photo. 🥹

[@robertlloyd7493]

Great review 👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thanks! 👍

[@MrGMawson2438]

Cracking looking car yes

[@AutoSocialUK]

It's a stunner!

[@bobsingeton2719]

Nice looking car, but hybrid and petrol are pointless.... why not a full BEV now? Why do we have to wait?

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think they are still developing a longer range Bev, which will be worth the wait!

[@sak1339]

I do so wish Stellantis will bring Peugeots to the USA. Yes, it has had a rocky road here as far as reliability goes, but they could use the Chrysler name? 40 miles on EV mode is good and useful as a daily commuter. I agree that rear bumper is a "a bit big".

[@AutoSocialUK]

Do you think the engines are big enough for the UK?

[@JackWeed-nm1vq]

@@AutoSocialUK surely they could fit a Jeep hybrid engine?

[@richgl31]

Great design but can’t get away with back end of it. Just too big. Perhaps better in real life?!? However , definitely like they have addressed the air con issue by having a fav temperature shortcut… that will make it less fiddly. Great review as always.👏

[@AutoSocialUK]

Brands actually finding fixes for issues, we LOVE to see it!

[@SASMANJK]

I Have the 308sw 225 hybrid and I was quoted 40 miles on the battery too. best I have ever got was 18 miles. the 40 mile claim is simply impossible to meet. it's great as a hybrid option but I wouldn't be surprised if Peugeot got into trouble for lying akin to Volkswagen with their emissions

[@AutoSocialUK]

I am afraid I have found this too!

[@TrueSkeptic77]

I have a Peugeot 2008 130 HP and are very happy with it. But in a year I will lease a new car and I not sure, I like the look of the 408, but I want petrol car and 130 HP to this car is not good enough. So Im looking at other options, but I would love to lease this car with more HP in a petrol version.

[@peternatens6789]

I prefer the 508 gt hybride 225hp

[@wayneheyes904]

An amazing car amazing interior but the price really puts it only for business users

[@paulmartin4520]

Really don't like the back, still not sure of the steering wheel either. Great vid

[@AutoSocialUK]

Fair enough! Thanks for watching!

[@MiniEggs1999]

It would be great if you could get on the 5 series launch and drive late this year

[@AutoSocialUK]

Great heads up! I will send an email!

[@MiniEggs1999]

@@AutoSocialUK I look forward to your constructive criticisms. I’m interested to know how good rear seat room is especially getting feet under front seats. Thanks

[@S_Paoli]

what can one say but VIVE LA FRANCE!!! 😍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Absolutely! They're on fire!

[@S_Paoli]

@@AutoSocialUK but no love for the USA... :( we will probably never get Peugeot here.

[@noelcahill6707]

As sad as this sounds mg have a new mg 7 out in china its a stunning looking car its a pity there not bringing it to britain and ireland it would blow this car away

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

The 408 looks fantastic. However, there is one coupe SUV that I think we need in Europe, which is GWM’s Haval H6 GT. It comes with a 204hp 2-litre turbo engine with AWD, and will do 0-62 in 7.5 seconds. It’s 4cm longer than the Peugeot 408. The H6 GT is built in China, which isn’t necessary a bad thing, but it offers so much equipment for the equivalent of £32,000, including a 360° camera and a wireless charging pad which you have to pay for in the Peugeot 408, even if you go for the GT version.

[@AutoSocialUK]

That sounds great!

[@davidmarshall5596]

Lovely looking car but that rear bumper wtf! What alet down that does to the styling 🤔

[@AutoSocialUK]

I would be SO worried it would turn dull!

[@swtbooker]

excellent review. nice dress but don't catch a cold.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I was layered up underneath!!

[@kickstand801]

For some reason, Peugeot isn't very popular in the Caribbean. We had a Peugeot car dealership company in Trinidad way back then, but it got shut down in a hurry bcuz nobody was buying those cars. This car does look promising though. I hope it does well in terms of sales.

[@garnray8568]

Because people live in the past. Still think that Peugeot is the same brand than 30 years ago. I live in western Europe, here Peugeot is regarded as mid premium, going premium.

[@kickstand801]

@@garnray8568 interesting.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Also maybe the engines? They are sometimes a little underpowered for other countries?

[@zzhughesd]

Seen a bland fire engine red one on motorway, was a nothing car, this in obsession blue is altogether a different car, epic design for a mainstream car, reminds me when the C-HR Toyota came out, radical cool design

[@AutoSocialUK]

I just worry that the bumpers will go really dull? I couldn’t agree more about the CHR, I remember when that first came out and I was like WOW

[@zzhughesd]

@@AutoSocialUK I was thinking the same about loading lip rear bumper plastics, discolour, fade, and cheapen the entire car, the Mk8 Civic is like this with arch plastics non body colour lower trim levels

[@afcgeo882]

I think the 408 is alright, but I’m all into the 508 estate PHEV.

[@AutoSocialUK]

LOVE the estate!

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

"Alure!" were they referring to your dress Trish as it is certainly alluring and they might have given you a green colour to match it but blue seems to be the in colour, so beggars cannot be choosers , least it was the highest rated engine.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I tactually had a floral dress and blazer on and the car out-alured me... It made me look frumpy and I had to change!

[@dolarizacionenaccion790]

I hope they do a Jeep version of this and bring it to the US

[@AutoSocialUK]

You guys already get lots of cool Jeeps we don't!

[@JackWeed-nm1vq]

There will be an Opel/Vauxhall version. I think they should rebadge that as a Dodge

[@eymudahmad1127]

Ill ditch the wheels and get 5 spoke wheels

[@yugarten8523]

i'm gonna say it, it look way more sexy than Urus ! *Goodbye*

[@bhargavvw]

Sad thing peugeot not available in india

[@philipelliott4042]

hi there i love the lookof the new 408 but at that price its another car i canot afford s magain when will the eally cheap cars aRRIVE THATS W\T I WANT TO KNOW THANK YOU

[@AutoSocialUK]

Hey Phillip, I know these cars are really unobtainable for so many of us. Unfortunately, many brands do not have cheap cars anymore and the cost for brands to come across from China pushes the price of even the cheapest cars up.

[@tonyb3629]

Still not sold on the interior - the iCockpit is very marmite, and the small wheel looks odd. Peugeot have stepped up things in quality though, but so they should for the asking price. Cars are just getting stupidly expensive now - you only have to have a sniff of a battery in a car these days and the price skyrockets. You still have the same problem with the hybrid small battery - you'll run out of juice very quickly and likely be having to top it up every single day.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I have two hybrids coming up that fix that problem.....

[@garytheobald9538]

I think the mg zs has more panache tho

[@fairybuddy-angel2035]

Pffffft. An opinion but not one many would agree with. Also, MG are an awful idea for one huge reason. MG is owned by the Chinese Communist Party, the dictatorial regime that persecutes, imprisons, executes, threatens neighbours, uses slave labour etc etc. Let's talk about 'panache'!

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

What a stunnnnnnner. Make mine a diesel.

[@lukejohn1277]

Engine swap?

[@genepatrick5325]

How do you see the speed o meter with that flat steering at the top? The dashboard looks like the one from Knight Rider,is K.I.T.T gonna say hello? The exterior design is not attractive at all, the best part of the car is the sporty seats. No it's not my cup of tea.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Once you get used to the steering wheel, you can see everything clearly. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, it's not for everyone!

[@timcollins380]

I am not a Peugeot fan but that new 408 is a stunning design. Peugeot has made some of the prettiest cars (205 GTI ) and some of the ugliest cars, 207, 3008 etc. Its great to see a European manufacturer being as bold as Hyundai who have been leading the edgy styling trend over the last couple of years. Its not for me, it needs a bigger engine to make it attractive.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I agree with every word you say!

[@garyhelsby2516]

Hold on did I hear Tish pronounce Alcantara correctly lol much preferred Ali cantra 😂

[@AutoSocialUK]

Hahahah I am learning.... next stop I'll call them amenities and not A-Mend-aties

[@garyhelsby2516]

@@AutoSocialUK keep up the good work really enjoy your car reviews

[@CryptoChangingTheWorld]

Typical Peugeot, looks great and let down by its engines.

[@jdmguy44]

Very cool looking car. Wipes the floor with tedious German SUV's.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Absolutely agree!

[@johnnybob1972]

That rear bumper just doesn't belong on that car ......looks like it's been taken off another vehicle and screwed on........madness😱

[@AutoSocialUK]

I would be SO worried it would turn dull!

[@wayneheyes904]

The 308 didn’t! Have a fantastic facelift it was a whole new generation of car the facelift isn’t due for a few years

[@fugawiaus]

Lamborghini has a 4.0 v8 twin turbo. Peugeot has a 1.2 3cyl. Anyone see the problem? Yes the Lamborghini is heavier but that is severely underpowered. That engine is meant for a kei car sized vehicle not a large suv. It’s going to have to rev its guts out to move the weight. Over time the engine MUST fail through overwork and sheer wear. It doesn’t need a twin turbo v8 but seriously?

[@AutoSocialUK]

I was comparing the looks, not the engines. Of course Lambo owners won't but a Peugeot but the design is as head-turning

[@fugawiaus]

@@AutoSocialUK both are “just another suv”. I’m talking about the pug being severely underpowered for it’s weight meaning the engine will not last. It basically looks like every other suv on the market and the only way to tell it’s a Peugeot is by getting close enough to see the badge. When you see that badge you realise that it’s essentially worthless 2nd hand because the engine has had to be absolutely flogged to get it up to the speed limit. The looks, well it’s just new lipstick on a pig. Ps, love the road tests, just hate the never ending revolving doors of identical underpowered suvs.

[@sharonec5419]

I think the wheels look too big and them allloys are very dull. The rear bumper looks like it was an afterthought and the car itself looks too long but otherwise fair play to Peugeot.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I agree.... very nearly perfect!

[@sharonec5419]

@@AutoSocialUK I prefer the Citroen C5-X myself.

[@garnray8568]

It's not a SUV, you got that wrong. Sorry.

[@noelcahill6707]

Small engines for a car this size is crap there should be a 2ltr option

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, I agree with you there!

[@archiejane8522]

not everybody wants an suv

[@AutoSocialUK]

#Bringbacksmallcars

[@garydavis1528]

Shame the hideous rear lets it down wit that cheap nasty looking bumper. Who passed those off? They’ve been aping Mustang rear lights so at least tried to makes these a variation rather than a small copy of the ‘stang.

[@AutoSocialUK]

It's a bit less stand out on a grey car but I agree, it is a bit much!

[@Ultima_SG]

Which car brand designs their car which its steering wheel blocks its driving cluster? . .. ... .... ..... ...... Peugeot!

[@AutoSocialUK]

hahah, you do get used to it. You just can't have long legs!

[@UltraJaff]

In my opinion, I think the 408 looks hideous, especially at the back, interior is alright tho.

[@AutoSocialUK]

It's not for everyone!!

[@AR-dn6kh]

45k 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂