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 Peugeot 408 Owners/ Fans Thread [V3], Motion & Emotion

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post Jul 9 2014, 04:20 PM

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QUOTE(enochtan3668 @ Jul 9 2014, 02:30 PM)
I think the current model looks better, some more new model price sure > RM110k?
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My guess is 140K+/-. Present 408,both NA & THP are fantastic value. Last chance to get a THP for less than $110K. This is a really enjoyable car! tongue.gif

No serious problems, some had QC issues which SC can sort out. Also note,no owner has come back saying his problem has come back again!

Many of us no issues at all,like mine 2years already! Still a healthy roar from my Lion and silky smooth gb! biggrin.gif

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post Jul 9 2014, 05:46 PM

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QUOTE(lowpro @ Jul 9 2014, 05:17 PM)
if only they put the 408's 'M' engine in the 308 that they are trying to clear... too bad it is just not possible.

but good to note that the 408's turbo engine has so far been generally quite dependable. this trait i am sure buyers of the revised 3008 and revised 5008 will also enjoy.
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Yes very true. I was offered a red 308 facelift with 14K discount! Just looking at the car was mesmerizing. Sat in it, was pure love. Think if I didn't own my 408,would have signed on the dotted line.

It's great the M version engine slowly but surely getting on future Pugs & Citroens. I am really keen on the 2014 308. Understand it will come with M engine. Will seriously consider it in 2 years time!
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post Jul 9 2014, 06:00 PM

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QUOTE(EnergyAnalyst @ Jul 9 2014, 10:29 AM)
stock clearance bro.

new 408 is launching 2nd half 2014 from China and mana tahu it may reach Malaysia shortly after
the new 408 is armed with more space and tech. The wheelbase has grown by 20 mm to make 2,730 mm, the longest in the segment

In the 308, the new underpinnings play a key role in the considerable weight reduction, by an average of 140 kg compared to the outgoing hatch. This should translate to a lighter 408 as well.

Peugeot may even carried over the 308′s modern, minimalist dashboard in this new 408

Under the hood is a direct-injection 1.6 THP turbocharged engine with Stop & Start technology. Dongfeng Peugeot’s move to push the new 408 upmarket means that the sedan will have full-LED headlamps, a “City Park” system and blind spot sensors, among other kit.

But the rear look,  doh.gif
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Most of us feel the facelift 408 has lost it's French DNA. For me, no matter what they put in this car,I'll not give it another look ( sorry to say,sounds a bit harsh ).

I am very keen on the new 308. I read in one of the reviews,demand on this car is outstripping supply in Europe! A real winner for Peugeot.
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post Jul 9 2014, 06:08 PM

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QUOTE(eusened @ Jul 9 2014, 05:23 PM)
I totally agree with bro Skyjack.

Mine, still a very healthy lion. Yesterday night itself, travel almost 100k. PJ -> Seri Kembangan -> Jalan Ampang -> Seri Kembangan -> home. LOL. Vrrrrrooooooooom
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Spread the word bro! The more ppl know the better for us. If you notice used 408 NA is on demand,hardly any available. Ppl are still unsure about the THP engine. Once they realize this engine is good,then demand will pickup, so will RV!
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post Jul 9 2014, 07:33 PM

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QUOTE(vengga85 @ Jul 9 2014, 02:11 PM)
hi all! i am going to book the 408T today and been reading on it in this forum and it seems like its a good decision!

is there anything in particular that i need to know before confirming my decision biggrin.gif thanks guys!
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This the best time to get 408t,offers are fantastic! SAs are pretty well trained,they'll give you a good briefing on delivery.
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post Jul 10 2014, 04:29 PM

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QUOTE(eusened @ Jul 10 2014, 03:59 PM)
Bro, apa itu M engine? I am a bit lost. LOL
In stead of writing EP6CDTM,we refer to this engine as just M.

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That bad for you?

new 408 face look like new 308, see
I'm not sure if that is the interior,which is exactly like the 2014 308. The photo I saw looked more like the present 408 interior with some changes,especially the steering wheel! Perhaps I might change my view if I see it for real. Photos may not bring out the best, at times!
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post Jul 10 2014, 06:52 PM

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QUOTE(lowpro @ Jul 10 2014, 05:10 PM)
Here's the battle of dashboards! New 408 vs new 308.
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Is the facelift 408 due this year or next year.
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post Jul 11 2014, 10:16 AM

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QUOTE(enochtan3668 @ Jul 11 2014, 07:55 AM)
BTW, I am going for NA, putting family comfort first. 10-15 years ago would have taken turbo no doubt but now mid-life already, besides I am not really a car person, at least not yet, this thread has been slowly poisoning me  icon_question.gif  laugh.gif  But not that old lah, $50 still got change laugh.gif
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Here's more poison.

Presently there is no car to below 110K to match handling/power/comfort/spec to the THP. Difference between NA & THP is less than 15K. I did a rough costing some time back. It would cost around 70K to configure NA to THP and all the extras! But they are giving it to you for just additional 15K.

You have a chance to own and experience an advanced technology for practically pittance! This engine has won 'Europe Engine of the year award' again! Since you are slowly getting to be car person,you will regret,sometime in the future, for not getting the THP for so little!
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post Jul 11 2014, 10:39 AM

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QUOTE(EnergyAnalyst @ Jul 11 2014, 10:22 AM)
there there, we matured folks (RM50 got change) may not like stiff suspension bro, you 'young?' Man nvm lah. oh wait, heard someone calling you grandpa, are you pretending to be young? tongue.gif
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Not grandpa yet,uncle stage only........but certainly young at heart and more of a technology freak! tongue.gif

I also heard someone bought NA, now regret not getting the THP cry.gif cry.gif cry.gif

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post Jul 11 2014, 11:35 AM

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QUOTE(lowpro @ Jul 11 2014, 11:21 AM)
yup. the new 408 would most probably use the conventionally sized steering wheel and not the smaller wheel of the 308. my eyesight just as bad! wink.gif
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Ayioooo.....all you young fellows with poor eyesight....lol! No wonder NA RV good! biggrin.gif
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post Jul 11 2014, 04:32 PM

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QUOTE(vengga85 @ Jul 11 2014, 03:01 PM)
come i also poison sikit la  tongue.gif

imagine this... u slowly driving on the road... really safe and all but suddenly! there's a stalled car in front of you around the corner!!! ohmy.gif  ohmy.gif  ohmy.gif  behind you got car coming aso.... with the 2.0 u dont have enough acceleration power to avoid the car without knocking into the back car on the right.... but wait a minute you bought the 1.6 turbo! u quickly accelerate out of harms way and avoid all danger!

So yea, turbo not just for daily driving fun but can be for your own safety  nod.gif  nod.gif  nod.gif  icon_idea.gif
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U da man! U da man! thumbup.gif thumbup.gif
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post Jul 11 2014, 04:41 PM

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QUOTE(EnergyAnalyst @ Jul 11 2014, 01:37 PM)
are you implying poor eye sight=poor taste mad.gif

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Poor eye sight,you wanna drive slow mah! Slow guys want NA. So many poor sight,so NA on demand!

Your case how? Poor eye sight or uncle? tongue.gif

Please la,don;t say those who bought NA got poor taste. NA also very good mah! biggrin.gif Initially I also go for NA,but after test drive kena poison,druged kau kau by turbo!

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post Jul 11 2014, 06:03 PM

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QUOTE(eusened @ Jul 11 2014, 05:19 PM)
Just a few question la before we react to this la.

Is her car under a 5 years warranty? Just in case, since already 3 years ago.
Usually, warranty is based on the purchasing date, not any date or void after a part been changed under warranty.

I hope it is not listed as a wear and tear part and also, 5 years warranty doesn't cover everything under the hood.
Better clarify.
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Good point. 5 year warranty started about 2 years ago. If not mistaken it started with launch of 408/508
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post Jul 12 2014, 09:50 AM

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QUOTE(enochtan3668 @ Jul 12 2014, 12:05 AM)
Wah lau you all good bros ah? Not fair lah say like that, this is Pug 408 thread, not just 408t. Many bros buy NA also what! Hmph! cry.gif
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True,true..... thumbup.gif
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post Jul 12 2014, 09:59 AM

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QUOTE(lowpro @ Jul 12 2014, 09:45 AM)
yalor, the NA also good lah. just fuel consumption is not as good as turbo only. it is certainly not slow as i have mentioned in one of my posts earlier and has a slightly more comfortable ride. though at crazy speeds, one would prefer the firmer sprung turbo. the funny thing about the NA is this, even though the steering is hydraulic as opposed to the turbo's electric power steering, it is over assisted and lighter than the turbo's. this is probably due to the reasoning that the 408 NA is designed more for easy and comfortable driving = softer suspension and lighter steering for city driving. so, they both have their merits. just depending on your preference.
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Bro, steering and feedback on the 408t has raised the bar to another level. My bro bought 328i M-sport,top of the line in 3 series, 2months ago. Even this car's steering and feel can't match the 408t's. After several round table beers,my bro finally conceded the Bimers steering feel & feedback is not as good!

He will always quickly turn the discussion to power. Of course on power his will chew the Pug and spit out with no effort....hehehe!

I tested the Passat & Jetta, not as good also!


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QUOTE(lowpro @ Jul 12 2014, 10:05 AM)
yup. if only they gave the same kind of steering feel to the NA, it will be a nicer drive.
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That's why I constantly tell prospective buyers to get the THP. New buyers will not realize how good the THP is and for so little extra. Not saying the NA is bad,in fact I think it is damn good value. But for so little extra, the THP offers hell of a lot more. Further more,over the 2 years since introduction,it's proved it self to be reliable! Better reliability then more expensive contis!

Now the offer is even lower than NA launch price! This is a fantastic opportunity for new buyers to get a truly great car. I'll even say this opportunity may not come by again, once the stock clearance is over.

Enough of my rambling....beginning to sound like an SA...hehehe!

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post Jul 12 2014, 10:55 PM

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QUOTE(fesick @ Jul 12 2014, 10:47 PM)
after reading tons of comments from u guys, i surrender..  me n wife plan to buy 408 ts, can any of u guys intro me to SA.. ?
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Well done,very good decision! Give Rasyidi a call if you are in PJ 017 6233243. He's a very pleasant and knowledgeable SA. I'm sure he'll even come pick you, if needed.
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QUOTE(fesick @ Jul 13 2014, 12:32 PM)
edited : tested the turbo s at balakong branch just now.. my gosh, better than civic
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Oh the Civic is a lame duck against the 408t. You might want to test drive other cars in the same price bracket,like the Elecntra,Creato, Ford Focus, Altis & Sylphy. Tell us what you think?

The only car I would consider worthy is the F Focus. It hasn't got the power,200nm compared to 240nm on the Pug. However it's gb and handling cannot be denied.

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QUOTE(paramdav @ Jul 13 2014, 09:22 PM)
Helo Everyone

I am glad I finally found this forum.  I brought a 408 in Sept 2012 and generally happy with it’s performance.  One issue I have is with the display that shows the KM that can be driven based on the petrol in the tank. When I fill up full tank the display will show about 430 km when I know that it should be about 550km, after driving for a while it will jump to about 470.  It never seems to show the right value
I have complained about 3 times when I take the car for service the last 1 ½ years .  They say  they have check and reset and it should work fine but it never does

Anyone experience this issues and how was it fixed
Appreciate your advice
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Hi paramdav
It's a software problem you have. I doubt a reset will help. Needs a ECU reload. It is a bit of work and I think our monkeys are too lazy! Try Balakong and tell them you have already complained 3 times. Followup your problem with Clic, keep them updated and push them for a answer.

Frankly i don't pay much attention to this. It's not an accurate measurement.


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QUOTE(enochtan3668 @ Jul 16 2014, 08:07 AM)
Is there a difference between solar film and security film? I mean if you get solar control, does it take care of security control as well? Reason I asked is based on Raytech's website, they have separate product series with diff thickness. Noticed solar control are all less thick (1.5-2 mil) than security control (recommended 4-6 mil).

Also anybody use blue tint for blue body?
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There are a number of tint products in the market now. They are different and price varies. Price also varies by the level of tint and UV protection and numbers of years grantee. There are some with 10 years grantee.

It is best to get a tint with solar+security+UV protection. Bear inmind it must be JPJ approved. I'm sure you would have seen tints so dark that you can't see the passengers,I doubt if these are JPJ approved.

As Pugs air-con is not very strong, a good tint does help. I'm using blue tint as my car is blue. It's goes very well. thumbup.gif

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Wanna share...quoted by allianz and tune insurance for my 2013 408 turbo for rm109,000.00. Premium is rm3100.00 *excluding NCD discount and rm330 windscreen premium for rm2200 damage*.... for 2013 NA, rm90,000.00 suggested value.
2013 NA, $80K coverage enough la. If not mistaken, market value is about $75K.

For THP $109K suggested by Allianz is crazy as new price now is only $107K. For 2013 THP, I'd say $90K!

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