Peugeot has upped its game of late, complementing its traditional hatchbacks with a variety of stylish and practical SUVs and crossovers. Reliability is impressive and its application of both hybrid and pure electric tech alongside traditional petrol and diesels means plenty of options for buyers.
Your questions answered
Peugeot’s grip control is an electronic system that helps two-wheel drive cars gain extra traction in slippery conditions. A dial on the centre console allows the driver to choose from Standard, Snow, Mud, Sand and ESP Off driving modes that optimise the torque according to the situation to prevent wheelspin.
You may notice FAP or DPF in your Peugeot’s model name. FAP is simply Peugeot’s branding for the DPF or Diesel Particulate Filter, a device manufacturers are required to fit to reduce particulate emissions on diesel cars.
Groupe PSA which stand for Peugeot Société Anonyme is the company that owns Peugeot. In 2021, PSA merged with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to form Stellantis.
Peugeot connect refers to the range of services offered to its customers. It includes breakdown assistance, sat-nav and access to your car’s data like fuel consumption and mileage through the MyPeugeot App.
Peugeot offers a range of all-electric cars for different drivers, including the e-2008 crossover, the e-208 supermini, the seven-seater e-Rifter MPV and Peugeot’s full-size, five- or eight-seater e-TRAVELLER.
Peugeot is a French brand, currently owned by Stellantis. After a long period in family ownership the Peugeot S.A. Group was formed in 1976 after Peugeot took over Citroen. In 2021, Stellantis was formed after the merger of PSA Group and Fiat Chrysler Automotives (FCA).
