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PEUGEOT PRESENTS THE NEW 408X & PEUGEOT INCEPTION CONCEPT AT AUTO SHANGHAI 2023

PEUGEOT continues the international launch of the new 408, presenting the Chinese version, the 408X, at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition from 18 to 27 April. The PEUGEOT INCEPTION Concept, a concept car illustrating PEUGEOT’s vision of the future, is also on display in Shanghai, and for the first time in Asia.

 

ALLURE: With the 408X and the PEUGEOT INCEPTION Concept, the PEUGEOT brand demonstrates its full creativity to Chinese customers.

 

EXCELLENCE: The new 408X is produced in China at PEUGEOT Dongfeng’s factory in Chengdu.

 

EMOTION: With its PEUGEOT i-Cockpit® and plug-in hybrid engines, the new 408X combines driving excitement with efficiency.

 

As unexpected and innovative in Asia, as it is in Europe, the new 408X* is one of the stars of the 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2023). A car with global ambitions, the new 408X demonstrates the creativity of PEUGEOT’s designers and engineers who have delivered, at the top end of the C-segment, a fastback silhouette that is unprecedented both in the history of the brand and in the current global automotive market. In China and Asia, just like in Europe, the new PEUGEOT 408X is the first of its kind.

 

The new PEUGEOT 408X is also a testament to the excellence of PEUGEOT’s engineering focus on efficiency and smart electrification with, as in Europe, two plug-in hybrid engines, delivering 180hp and 225hp, alongside the 130hp PureTech petrol engine. With the latest generation of the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit®, the new 408X sparks emotion and excitement through cutting-edge technologies dedicated to enhancing driving pleasure and making it more instinctive to use.

 

The new PEUGEOT 408X is produced at PEUGEOT Dongfeng’s factory in Chengdu, central China. Marketed in the country since January 2023, the new PEUGEOT 408X is already grabbing the attention of a large number of customers.

 

At Auto Shanghai 2023, PEUGEOT is also exhibiting the PEUGEOT INCEPTION Concept for the first time in Asia. Unveiled as a world premiere at CES in Las Vegas this past January, and subsequently presented in Europe in March, this concept car is a realistic expression of PEUGEOT’s optimistic vision of the future. With a whole new design language that demonstrates its feline and attractive attitude, its revolutionary interior and its promise of unprecedented driving sensations, the PEUGEOT INCEPTION Concept heralds a new era and embodies the brand’s vision for its future electric vehicles.

 

Linda Jackson, PEUGEOT Global CEO, spoke at Auto Shanghai 2023: “The new PEUGEOT 408X and the PEUGEOT INCEPTION Concept perfectly demonstrate PEUGEOT’s capacity for innovation and are a brilliant illustration of the brand’s three values: Allure, Emotion, Excellence. With their spectacular design, and their allure, these two vehicles will showcase PEUGEOT in a new light that is particularly appealing to Chinese customers.” 

 

*The new PEUGEOT 408 is named the 408X in China because the PEUGEOT range in the country already includes a model called the 408.

 

 

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All-new Jeep® Grand Cherokee – Specification and Pricing

  • All-new Jeep® Grand Cherokee unveiled to international press in Spain
  • The Grand Cherokee will be offered as a Plug-in Hybrid only, entering the LEV (luxury electric vehicle) category as one of the most technologically advanced, 4×4-capable and refined UVs ever
  • Available to order now in the UK in a wide range of trims from £69,915 OTR, with first customer deliveries from Q3 2023
  • Unrivalled capability along with composed on-road driving dynamics courtesy of two 4×4 systems – Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II
  • Uconnect™ 5 offers new technology, including a 10.1-inch display, a 10.25-inch full digital cluster with five-times-faster operating speed and over-the-air (OTA) updates plus a 10.25-inch passenger screen and a 10.25-inch windscreen heads-up display
  • An important step in Jeep’s roadmap to full electric. Its 4xe technology enhances fun, freedom and adventure while providing top performance, capability, fuel economy and eco-friendliness
  • Southern Spain was also the ideal setting to test the full Jeep 4xe line-up – Wrangler, Renegade, Compass, Grand Cherokee

 

Introducing the all-new Grand Cherokee and the full Jeep 4xe line-up, Eric Laforge, Head of Jeep® Brand in Europe, said: “Today we further extend our offer with the flagship Grand Cherokee. We are talking about a fifth-generation icon: the first to bring to the road the idea of a “Premium 4×4” in 1992, and the most awarded utility vehicle ever. Grand Cherokee, which will be offered in Plug-in Hybrid version only, enters the LEV category as one of the most technologically-advanced, 4×4-capable and refined utility vehicles ever. Its 4xe technology enhances fun, freedom and adventure while providing top performance, capability, fuel economy and eco-friendliness. It represents an important step in our roadmap to full electric.”

The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee breaks new ground with exceptional performance, comfort and functionality and has been designed and engineered to deliver even more of what has made this Jeep SUV a true global icon in the premium SUV segment.

•         More eco-friendly powertrain with outstanding performances – with 4xe (PHEV) technology delivering up to 31 miles in in full electric mode and a combined driving range of up to 434 miles, this is the most 4×4-capable and sustainable Grand Cherokee yet and a further sign of the Jeep brand’s commitment to “Zero Emission Freedom”. No compromise on performance with 0-62 mph acceleration in 6.3 seconds.

•         More legendary capability – the most 4×4-capable Grand Cherokee ever, the new Trailhawk 4xe has conquered the Rubicon Trail in California in full-electric operation; new class-exclusive sway bar disconnect allows for improved articulation and traction over rocks and rough terrain

•         More technology – Uconnect™ 5 with a segment-first front passenger screen, new high-definition rear-seat entertainment system and Active Driving Assist

•         More space and versatility – the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe offers enhanced levels of comfort and spaciousness, including accommodating a set of golf clubs transversely in the boot

•         More innovative features – with all-new architecture, all-new exterior design, all-new interior with front passenger screen and independent front and rear suspensions with class-exclusive Quadra-Lift air suspension with electronic semi-active damping

•         More world-class craftsmanship – the range includes the Summit Reserve trim with Palermo leather interior, real wood interiors, and 950-watt, 19-speaker McIntosh audio system

•         More safety – with more than 110 advanced safety and security features, including Active Driving Assist with hands-on L2 autonomous driving, plus 360-degree surround view and Night Vision cameras

Available in a wide range of trims

The New Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is available in Limited, Trailhawk, Overland and Summit Reserve trims in the UK. Available to order now with customer deliveries commencing in Q3 2023:

  • Limited (from £69,915 OTR) – Grand Cherokee is its purest form. The ideal business solution. Equipped with the latest in safety, the interior hosts premium wrapped seats and a 10.25-inch digital TFT cluster, plus the 10-inch Radio Nav.
  • Trailhawk (from £73,915 OTR) – Uncompromised capability, as only Jeep can. Trailhawk comes standard with industry-leading off-road systems and features among which 18-inch wheels with All Terrain tires, front disconnect sway bar and skid plates.
  • Overland (from £75,915 OTR)  – the best of both worlds, Overland features premium comfort and authentic Jeep capability.
  • Summit Reserve (from £85,615 OTR) – the flagship of the entire Jeep line-up in terms of technology and refinement. The upper echelon of Grand Cherokee, the Summit Reserve stands tall on 21-inch Polished wheels and hosts an interior that offers unmatched comfort. Palermo leather seats, real walnut wood accents, 19 speaker Mcintosh Sound system and the segment-exclusive 10-inch Passenger display, along with countless other exceptional standard features make it without equal.

 

First-ever Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV

The all-New Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe combines an advanced turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, two high voltage electric motors, robust TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission and proven Jeep 4×4 systems, resulting in 380 hp and 637 Nm of torque. Specifically, the 400-volt battery pack is made of 96-cell lithium-ion and ensures up to 31 miles of all-electric combined rang, and a total range of up to 434 miles.

 

The hybrid powertrain can be tailored to suit each trip, from daily commuting in pure-electric mode to no range anxiety for extended motorway trips, and allowing owners to explore nature off-road in near silence in EV mode. Different EV drive modes are available:

  • Hybrid Mode: This is the default mode. Hybrid mode blends torque from the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and electric motors. In this mode the powertrain will use HV battery power first, adding power from the 2.0-litre turbocharged I-4 to maximize responsiveness. When the battery is depleted, the vehicle seamlessly transitions to conventional hybrid electric vehicle operation.
  • Electric Mode: When the high voltage battery has sufficient State of Charge, the powertrain can operate on zero-emission electric power up to motorway speeds. In this mode, the engine will only turn on when the driver requests maximum power. When the battery becomes depleted, the vehicle will automatically revert to Hybrid mode.
  • eSave Mode: This mode prioritises propulsion from the 2.0-litre engine, saving the battery charge for later use such as EV off-roading or urban areas where internal combustion propulsion may be restricted. The engine will be shut off when power demand is low, for example when the vehicle is stationary, or when coasting.
  • Regenerative braking: whenever the vehicle is decelerating, the system first uses the available regenerative braking (up to 0.25 G) from the electric motors to slow the vehicle and recharge the battery, augmented by the traditional friction brakes when heavy deceleration is required, or when low traction conditions are detected.

 

 

Legendary Jeep 4×4 Capability

The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe delivers unrivalled capability along with composed on-road driving dynamics. That legendary off-road capability begins courtesy of two 4×4 systems – Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II with rear electronic limited slip-differential (eLSD). Both systems are equipped with an active transfer case to improve traction by moving torque to work with the wheel with the most grip.

 

The class-exclusive Jeep Quadra-Lift air suspension now with electronic adaptive damping, delivers class-leading ground clearance and water fording. The system automatically adjusts to changing road conditions for enhanced comfort stability and control and delivers up to 27.5 cm of ground clearance and 61 cm of water fording.

 

The class-leading Selec-Terrain™ traction management system lets customers choose the on or off-road setting for optimum 4×4 performance. This feature electronically coordinates 4×4 torque split, braking and handling, steering and suspension systems, throttle control, transmission shift, transfer case, traction control, stability control, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and steering feel.

 

The Selec-Terrain system offers five available terrain modes (Auto, Sport, Rock, Snow, Mud/Sand) to provide optimised calibrations for any given driving scenario.

 

New for the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is front axle disconnect. If the vehicle senses that road conditions do not require all-wheel drive, the front-axle disconnect automatically places the Grand Cherokee in two-wheel drive, reducing drag on the driveline and improving fuel economy. Four-wheel drive automatically re-engages when the vehicle senses it is needed.

 

The most luxurious and technologically advanced Grand Cherokee ever

The slim, sculpted exterior of the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers a more modern and updated premium appearance and is characterised by a wilder and larger iconic seven-slot grille and new front fascia, all-new premium, full-suite of LED lighting and a gloss black roof. The aerodynamic performance and efficiency are improved thanks to a lowered, tapered roof, thus without sacrificing cargo spaciousness and utility, while the lowered beltline and expansive glass allow more light into the cabin and increase outward visibility.

 

The all-new generous interior features handcrafted materials, class-leading rear-seat legroom and increased visibility. With such luxurious features and technology, the Grand Cherokee offers the possibility to take advantage of increased comfort, in particular by using the My Navigation connected service. If it is relevant to benefit from driving assistance when travelling by having a map that updates automatically via the Internet, to avoid congested roads.

 

Futhermore, the new fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe has the most extensive technology features in its history. The suite of features includes:

  • Uconnect™ 5 – the most advanced Uconnect system ever offers three 10.1-inch digital displays
  • 10.1-inch full digital and customisable instrument cluster
  • New 10-inch full-colour windscreen heads-up display
  • A segment-exclusive interactive 10.25-inch front passenger screen offers co-pilot assistance with navigation, camera viewing and visual entertainment
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • New digital rearview mirror

 

The new Uconnect™ Services suite allows numerous vehicle functions to be controlled remotely and conveniently. Thanks to Uconnect™ Services, it is possible, for example, to ask Amazon Alexa the vehicle’s location, search for a point of interest and send the address directly to the car, all from the comfort of home. In addition, while driving you can talk to Alexa Voice Service, ask about the weather, manage home automation, play music, and more. (Compatible smart home device required and sold separately). New remote control modes, including Jeep Off Road Pages on a mobile app, Eco Score to monitor driving style and more.

 

A new, state-of-the-art McIntosh audio system is standard on the top trims and features 19 custom-designed speakers (including a 25.4cm subwoofer), 950 watts of power and a 17-channel amplifier. The Jeep brand is currently the only automotive manufacturer in the world to carry a McIntosh sound system.

 

In terms of safety, the state-of-the-art Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe ushers in an array of more than 110 advanced safety and security features, including innovative applications of technologies that refine the connection between driver, vehicle and the road.

 

On top of the standard safety features, additional features include:

  • New Night Vision camera with pedestrian and animal detection
  • New Intersection Collision Assist
  • Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist and new Traffic Sign Recognition
  • New 360-degree surround-view camera system with front and rear washers
  • New Active Driving Assist (L2) automated driving is also available

 

Jeep Authentic Accessories by Mopar

Thanks to a wide range of Jeep Authentic Accessories, it is possible to customise the Grand Cherokee even more to further enhance its superior style, functionality, off-road capabilities, comfort, and fun to drive.

 

Customers can choose from accessories that range from exterior and interior features to safety, EV, carriage and electrical.