I really hope there is a sub-RM100k option for the THP

Still no indication on the pricing yet. But rumor has it, it's around 130k. I did find things funny though in the brochure. Combined fuel consumption is 8.2L/100km vs 7.1L/100km on the 508. Same engine, same gearbox, weights similar to the 508, but higher FC. 508's FC has been over-exaggerated I guess.

Too bad the 2.0L model is still running on dinosaur 4-speeder gearbox, else it'd be a better choice in terms of reliability

I see, but i thought i saw a sticker written AL4 sticked on the gear knob when i went to see the car

Did a test drive just now.
Tested the turbo version,it was powerful and impressive with the NVH
Comfort wise so so...becoz of the sportier suspension setup,but I m ok with it
Overall is a valuable choice.
Wondering the cost of maintenance forgot to ask..
is anyone know roughly how much it is?

I am interested in getting the car (turbo) and before test drive, maybe I can help to test out certain features or issues not detected previously. Since you are the first to test drive, do you mind sharing where you test drive the car, distance of test drive and when you mean comfort wise so so, can you elaborate a little bit on the statement?

I like the front more than the back, but I am not looking for sporty design, else I would have selected elantra already. But, looking at 163hp and maximum torque is 240 Nm at 1,400 rpm...I bet the pick-up at traffic light is fantastic and would beat all C-segment drive. Further more top speed at 215 is no slow couch either and even on par with some D-segment drive.

Might not win on the best spec and cabin design, but sure the hell beats all the Jap cars. Furthermore, conti drive and handling wor, at RM126K, fuh yoh...

Now just wanting for someone to convince me on the reliability of the engine and after sales service...

Bro, thank you for your comment. This is my 1st time considering buying Peugeot car. Have never driven one, only see on the road. But price vs performance, I believe 408 offer the best. As for conti driving, only see from forum users many give good comments on conti cars handling, true or not, dunno yet.

As for highway driving, I use the MEX highway for daily driving from home to work (2-way), and I occasionally travel to North and South via NSE, traveling alone mostly, means to stay awake, I like to drive fast. Manage to borrow company's 323i recently and travel to North doing between 140km/h to 200km/h, great feeling, so alive! But, if one value their live and wants to drive fast, consideration like ESP, EBD, BA, etc. and 6 airbags can be a lifesaver. All presence on the 408T.

Driving in KL, you be lucky to be able to do 110km/hr (constantly) in the city center, and as I work nearby KLCC area, I fully agreed with your point. I assume you are driving a Peugeot  now, can you let me know what is "reset back the adaptive gearbox" means? Is it a lever, button, or menu which you can configure? Interesting...

You see, I am driving a current gen CRV (before facelift) and looking for something more powerful to trade car with the HM 

CRV is a good family car, but performance, road handling (esp. body roll) and NVH to me just ... sucks! 

Anyone can share 308T FC? Since I believe 408T sharing the same engine, might give good indication of the FC. China market 408 says 8.2L/100km...dunno how true? My current FC on CRV with 50%/50% city/hw works out to about 10.1L/100km...(I am heavy footed)

How is the service n maintenance cost? Expensive ? SA told me major service cost 1 - 2k?

It's not a lever, button or menu. When you switch off the car and wait till everything becomes dark on the ODO meter, simply depress the gas pedal until the end for a few seconds. You will then hear a faint click sound. When this happens, you have effectively reset the GB and the ECU will start recording a new drive pattern.

The specs seem like great value especially against the likes of Honda Civic and Toyota Altis..

2012 Peugeot 408 Launched In Malaysia, Now Offers Most Value In C-segment?

You're welcome, bro

Road tax is yearly while loan commitment is monthly. It boils down to the fact whether I need the power and since I'm not the speeding type, I figure that I don't need the turbo and 2.0 should be sufficient since it has the space and comfort that I'm looking for. My hesitation is only on the 4 gears and lack of ESP on the 2.0. Got any advice from sifu here?

Just went for a test drive this afternoon at plentong jb. 408 turbo . The good : powerful turbo, handling , quiet , rear legroom very good.The not so good : heavy steering at low speed , suspension a bit hard, sitting tall feels like driving a 3008 .

Wow looks fabulous. Hope this comes as facelift later.Very nice!

Some pictures taken from Peugeot old HQ. For those who want to see the white and grey, I've snapped those pictures for you. May not be the best represntation. I believe you should not make decision just by seeing this picture, see it on the metal itself.

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And the grey comes with bodykit. Kinda like the grey pulak...

But dark colour also needs extra care I believe. The one with bodykit is just demo/showroom unit. The bodykit haven't arrived as they say.
No picture from the front? what's the difference from the discontinued 308?

I was hoping 408 comes with the red colour.

My 1st impression was that the rear of the FL 308T looked somewhat like the Latio HB. At a glance, that is. Just my RM0.02 though =D

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Added on June 5, 2012, 11:30 pm

Nice... I was wondering, a nooby question I have here. Is there any possibility to have those chrome strips along the bumpers and the doors to be removed? Should anyone do so, does that affect the warranty?