Found a write up on 408 2.0NA on The Malaysian Reserve Nov 2012
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The C-segment market today offers a competing variety of choices for young executives who want a car that’s power-packed with sleek looks and space to boot.

Enter the all-new Peugeot 408 which comes in two variants — a 408 Turbo and a 408 2.0. The new Peugeot 408 fits into this segment market like a glove, according to Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, adding that the new model will “redefine Malaysia’s C-segment market”.

Launched in May this year, the two new variants are targeting the middle class, the young professional, and the young family.

The 408 2.0 is a “feel good” model when it comes to aggression, speed, looks, space and comfort, and comes packed with a powerful 2.0 engine that delivers unrivalled performance and swift response on every command, making it an enticing attraction for sedan lovers.

“The 408 is ideal for young professionals with families who are looking for a car that offers space, performance and elegance,” joint group executive chairman of the Naza Group of Co SM Nasarudin SM Nasimuddin said.

Being a stylishly power-packed car, the 408 2.0 variant does offer a combination of the dynamism typical of a Peugeot with a high-level of comfort and premium quality. The 408 2.0 and its turbo variant feature design cues that are sleek and balanced.

Sleek Appearance The 408 2.0’s sleek appearance with its 4.68 metre-long front end, includes Peugeot’s classic feline headlights and the fluid lines sweeping right to the back are seductively styled and is a definite head-turner.

The car’s thin chrome strips on the radiator grille and sculptured lines on the bonnet that flow naturally into the wide slopping windscreen portray it’s aggressive character.

The sides feature carved wheel arches, while the plunging body line from the rear lights to the front wing showcases an extrovert nature that delivers enthusiastic characteristics of the car.

At the back, the ruby red rear lights are trimmed with a clear white strip that hint at a lion’s claws within the cluster, which is an interesting element that grabs attention.

According to Nasim, the rear lights take on the form of three diagonal strips that are a tribute to Peugeot’s historic models such as the Peugeot 307 CC and the 504 coupe.

Innovative Features Safety-wise, the 408 2.0 comes with an array of innovative features and ground-breaking technologies built-in, such as two smart airbags, the antilock braking system (ABS), an electronic brake-force distribution system (EBD) and electronic braking system (EBA) among others, which is also featured in the turbo variant.

The car also has a double impact force dissipation channel to provide maximum passenger compartment protection together with a host of other safety enhancements.

According to Nasim, the 408 2.0 has the biggest cabin space in its segment and its engine offers more power and higher torque compared to both the Toyota Altis 2.0 and Nissan Sylphy.

It also comes with a lot of premium features that the competitors do not offer such as the automatic dual-zone air-conditioning system with rear air-conditioning vents, “World in Peugeot sound” with six speakers and CD/MP3 playback capability, The 408 2.0 also features a tilt and telescopic steering, one-touch power windows with anti-pinch for all four windows, sensor-activated headlights and wipers, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, 17” alloys and a bigger boot space of 562 litres.

Extra Large Cabin Space The 408 2.0’s cabin offers the largest cabin space in its class with its long 2,710mm wheelbase, its width measuring 1,815mm and its height at 1,525mm provides ample leg room, elbow room and head room respectively.

Although some may say the 408 2.0 was designed with over-achieving business types in mind, the sedan actually appeals well to young spirits who crave for power and smooth driveability.

Test-driving the 408 2.0 though highway curves, the car performed smooth road handling characteristics, driveability and possessed real onroad finesse, which should fit well with the younger group.

With its decent seat space and position, efficient driving capabilities, safety features and an impressive audio enhancement system, the 408 promises dynamic driving performance for both the younger and older customer market.

Precise Road Holding The 408 variants are fitted with independent MacPherson-type struts and antiroll bar for the front suspension to offer precise road holding.

At the rear, the suspension comprises a deformable Ushaped cross member and an integrated antiroll bar to provide good vibration control and well-controlled body movement.

Powered by a four-cylinder 2-litre engine, the 408 2.0 produces 145hp and 200 Nm of torque fitted with an auto adaptive gearbox with Triptronic and a sport mode.

Other than the premium features, Naza offer customers the benefit of five years warranty with unlimited mileage, lifetime 24-hours Peugeot Assistance and Lifetime Peugeot Privilege Membership for both 408 variants.

Not to mentioned some might say other car owners allow you to pass on highway because they wanted a clearer look.

Not forgetting too some stoop dude who said myvi can easily reach 160kmh and 408 2.0 NA is not worthy lah ..KNS

Goodstuff! So any complaints thus far Pugbunny? Btw looks like charges varies on diff SC. I paid 307.50 without rm10 other xtras . Mileage now at 15k d !

Hi guys. Just nice to know where to get similar tyres n price comparisons earlier! Mine just burst today! Lion was crashed by an indian immigrant on honda ex5. Serious dents and deep paint scratches on left rear end. Luckily missed those rear lights. Otherwise Adoi! Anyhow just wanted to share its HARD WORK changing the tyres man!

17" never really felt SO BIG AND HEAVY when changing ourselves. AND it took me 45mins and the darkness doesnt help one bit! Thats along busy busy highway. My wife was driving earlier and luckily she realised something was wrong when the steering feltnout of place. ASAP I went to rescue. Thats where the HARDWORK comes in. Apparently, there are nut caps for all the bolts. Easily removed by the clip on item as provided in tool kit. Worse nightmare came when I found out the 4bolts are in one piece! This means 4bolts are loose items! In Japs, the bolts are fixed on the axle wheel (what do u call those?).
Finding alignment and bolting back the nuts does drive me nuts! Found out after 10mins of futile screwing, that I need to align the center cap hole(peugout logo on rim) with the wheel axle and push in hard. That will secure the rim in position. However, finding the right height is very tricky in dark night. I already Sweating buckets with my wife using my mobile as for extra lighting to shine the rim. After few hard attempts, found right height to secure the rim in position. Next thing adjust the rim turning to align the bolting position. My goodness am I relieved thereafter.

Btw, fortunately spare tyres are full sized 17" with ori sport rims and tyres. Just gotta go get another spare n another hole to pocket.


Bytheway, the tyre had bursted in all direction on its seams. Fortunately no crash or skidding and tyre is still in one piece though clearly its beyond repair.

Hopefully this sharing will help any braders who might nid to change the tyres themselves(touchwood!)

This post has been edited by matsukatsu: Mar 29 2013, 09:59 PM

Haha, ya ah hui. Seriously a 'great work out!'.

Also another thing I realised is the the car jack needs to be placed only on either side of the csr bottom with the 'extra side plate' which is noticeable if u crawl down to view. Its in the handbook also btw. Hence dont simply put the jack at the bottom and jack up as u might damage the car's undercarriage arrangements I.e tubes, wirings..etc. Rule of thumb, read up manual prior to jacking up to be safe.

Here's my photo tht I dint managed to upload earlier

Jfcheong - do try as practice ! Haha....seriously hard task. But being 'experienced' now, I guess should be better lah..

Anyhow as Ah Hui said, designer can do better lah..ketok him ah!:(

Light up -seriously safer? My 1st in owning contis btw. So I guess no suprise for regulars huh.

Also just to share my earlier mishaps on my Pug 408 NA. Having thought of the incident and event prior to the mishaps, I believed I had on certain day patronised a petrol station where the fuel could have been contaminated. The whole weekthere after, the engine exhibited signs of 'coughing' like symptom. While driving and in midst of acceleration, there willbe jerks or instances where the engine hesitates to accelerate-prob 0.5sec kinda feel.

I therefore send back the car to SC Balakong to complaint and they say could have some carbon built up. Hence they clean up the sparkies and for 1-2days, its fine but thereafter above signs came up again. This happened for almost 1mth as seriously too bz to send sc again. I suspected probably fuel tank is still contaminated hence every instance will try to use up all fuel (indicator lowest possible).

Bad day came when I went up north for outstation trip. I sped all the way and engine seemed fine. Next morning, the whole car was behaving very sluggishly and having severe hesitation to move even. This shocked the shit out of me tht I call up nearest SC for emergency. To cut short, SC found out 1 of the spark plug had died and only 3 are operating. Had 1 changed FOC and they did another clean up. Results thereafter is fantastic snd and lion running normal. Up till today still roaring strong except for the idiot accident tht also cost me the rear tyre.

Pugbunny, we're officially now the 'experts' throught hard in changing tyres for Pugs!

Maybe can organise competition for fastest and tidiest tyre change for 408 owners....kah kah ..part of workshop

Pug7980, congrats!

Not to worry though as my issue is very much due to contaminated petrol earlier. That would have happened to any car and engine. Nevertheless, I consider this Pug of mine to be resilient as the change of spark plug and carbon cleanup had clear up the issue. Evidently carbon built up due to incomplete burning of fuel as its contaminated. This I guess will further impede burning of fuel and hence power delivery issue and knocking in engine. At the same time, sensors are all ok and did not detect any issues earlier when im facing the issue. Only on the day when car have problem with engine did sensor came out. But still, solveable and running fine with no major parts replaced(fingers crossed!!!)

Ah Hui, by theway, any possibility you faced same symptom earlier as mine?
One of service attendant had advised to perform diagnostics on injector system (something like that) when back to KL. I intend to do so earlier but since its roaring fine and running active, I didnt bother to do so.

From this incident, it does give me the impression that ppl (service folks) tend to over advise as evidently the 'experts' are not too sure themselves. Possibly this had ended up with part changes that might not be necessary and inadvertly caused bad impression with Puggies.

Pugbunny, steering buzzing sounds is there but not loud. Only noticed if no radio on.

As on your previous engine die off, r there any other symptoms u noticed? Like hiccups on engine (as though engine missed a beat)...im just wondering whether.it could be fuel issue -both fuel or injector. Just wild guess anyhow

Kalai, I had same prob with qind noise when took delivery. Complsint to sc on 2nd week and they ordered new stock but only able to refit 2weeks later. After new fittings, issue solved. Service said mostly due to production defect it seems. Not quite sure whether 408t owners have similar issues?

Sctang408T, I feel u too! Anyway 408 was really meant for China market originaly rite? Before I bought, I noticed that too and sifus here also mention China & Russia being main production hub and available in websites. I bought anyway cause no big deal "made in China" cars as ...car looks and feels fantastic lah..as long Peugout..hehe...anyhow on anothr note VW Polo Sedan made in India loo..

Zweimmk, on that note, I agree! And good way to put it "all its infinite wisdom"....hahaha

Termibait - noticed ur issue 'engine missing a beat'. Do ask them re check all sparkies...I had similar prob last time n spsrk plug changed n issue solved. Mine due to fuel fouling up sparks. Also, I had low batt issue in between. Not sure whether that will also result in incomplete combustion adding furthr to failing sparks.

I still remember I took delivery..the plastics covering the insides have instructions in Chinese. .thats a strong 'made in China reminder'..lol....
But as correctly pointed out...no big deal and chill

Congrats Pug7980! Welcome to the Lionhood...if there is such a term...