ENVIRONMENT
Environmental efficiency was a pivotal concern from the very start of the 508's design via optimisation of aerodynamics (with a Cx from 0.257 and an SCx from 0.580) and weight. The 508's three available diesel engines and one petrol engine are particularly well positioned category in terms of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, but also in terms of performance and responsiveness.
Consumption and emissions
e-HDi (micro-hybrid)
The Peugeot 508 range ushers in the era of e-HDi technology for Peugeot, a new-generation STOP&START. Fast, efficient and silent, e-HDi micro-hybrid technology combines reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions (up to 15% in town) with maximum driveability, an innovation for this type of system. It is combined with the 1.6 litre HDi turbo diesel engine coupled with the electronically-controlled 6-speed semi-auto gear box so that you can benefit from the lowest possible fuel consumption. The remarkable combined fuel consumption figure of just 4.4 l/100km means you can travel over 1,600km on a single tank of fuel.
FAP particle filter
Every diesel engine generates particles. At Peugeot, we should know. Because we pioneered the use of particulate filters (FAP) in our diesels. FAP reduces particle emissions to barely measurable levels before they can escape into the environment. It works by trapping and burning these particles, which combine to form soot. What's more, the FAP particle filter is self cleaning and is virtually maintenance free, all without affecting the performance of your 508 HDi.
Carbon sink project
Our commitment to the environment extends beyond our cars. In 1998, we set up a major ecological sponsorship by helping to create a 'carbon sink' (an area of plant life specifically set aside and developed to absorb atmospheric CO2) in the Amazon. Over 2 million trees representing 50 different species have been planted, which will allow scientists to study the relationship between reforestation, absorption of CO2 and climate control. Operation Carbon reflects the determination to fight as directly and effectively as possible against the increasing greenhouse effect.
