Peugeot will launch its B-segment three-door and five-door models in the spring of 2012. The Peugeot 208 replaces the outgoing 206 and 207 models.
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A new ergonomic design brings a smaller steering wheel, which is supposed to improve driving agility.
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The new 208 features a floating grille and boomerang rear lamps.
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With two body styles, three-door and five-door, the 208 offers variety for Supermini shoppers.
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The 208 has 25 percent "green materials" (recycled or natural products) "making up its mass of polymers," Peugeot says, while the rear bumper and the fan assembly are 100 percent made with these materials.
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The 2012 Peugeot 208 three-door is one of two distinct body styles that will compete in the B segment in Europe this spring.
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The Peugeot 208 is roomier than the 207, despite being almost 3 inches shorter and about 242 pounds lighter.
