Peugeot 308 SW Prologue in detail

two style lines flow back over the bonnet, merging with the front windscreen pillars and then continuing as far as the car’s rear tailgate. The sharp and piercing look created by the bi-Xenon directional headlamps and the aluminium-coloured front grille with its recessed design is also derived from the 308 three and five door hatchback.

From the side, the vehicle offers a dynamism that is rare in this segment, with a particularly expressive forward-positioned window line. The highly original shape of the rear quarter light windows builds on this dynamic design, particularly since this window provides visibility to the passengers in the 3rd row.

The sides of the vehicle create a sense of motion that extends to the rear lights, enhancing the contours of the car’s prominent shape. Finally, the metallic aluminium coloured roof bars add fluidity and a dash of elegance.

The sophisticated and very bold rear lines are based on the idea of a wraparound single piece rear tailgate glass, which tightly fits around the sides of the body. In addition to its very original outline, this rear tailgate glass takes into account the need for rear access and visibility and can be opened independently of the tailgate, thereby easing loading in certain circumstances.

Combined with ruby coloured lights, the styling gives this concept car a highly distinctive real personality, as well as an overall impression of durability, size and an original modern feel.

The tailgate provides a wide access area to the inside of the car and also a particularly low load sill for maximum practicality.

Its very exclusive metallic body colour shows off the body contours to remarkable effect.

Inside the car

A refined environment

The interior offers a warm and refined atmosphere with an emphasis on lifestyle. The resulting atmosphere illustrates a high level of craftsmanship thanks to the use of natural materials and high quality finishes. The fascia panel with its very simple and fluid contours, matching those of the hatchback, is fully trimmed with Aniline brown leather creating a pearlescent reflective finish. Leather can also be found on the seats and door interior trim panels. This creates a monochrome effect with the use of other high quality materials such as linen and silk. Sandstone coloured silk can be found on some parts of the seats and door trims.

Benefiting from the brightness of the large glazed surface area, including the panoramic glass roof, this material generates a soft glow that reinforces the overall effect of quality.

Some components are coated with sprayed nickel such as the rims of the air vents, instruments, door handles and the surround of the gear lever knob, adding their own touch of class to this cosy and timeless atmosphere. Growing in character over time, these metallic components will continue to shine like stunning objects of art.

To complete the feeling of quality, a bespoke luggage set has been produced using the same materials found in the passenger compartment. This can easily be accommodated between the two 2nd row seats, where it then serves as an armrest.

Intelligent flexibility

Careful attention has been paid to modularity to allow the vehicle to adapt to all possible situations that could be encountered by those who will use it. For example, there are individual rear seats, which can be folded, removed, and above all are identical in size to allow multiple combinations. The 2nd row can therefore accommodate from 0 to 3 seats with different spacing possibilities. Each of these seats can be positioned in the 3rd row. For maximum practicality the 3rd row can also accommodate extra “occasional” seats which have a specific design, enabling the vehicle to seat up to 7 people. In addition, the front passenger seat, which can be folded flat into a “desk” configuration, also allows a maximum load length of more than 3 metres if required.

Engine

The 308 SW Prologue concept car is powered by the 2.0 litre HDi DPFS 100 kW (≈136 bhp) engine equipped with an additive-enhanced diesel particulate filter system (DPFS). Its excellent performance offers genuine driving pleasure and complete peace of mind. Its HDi DPFS technology, in accordance with the spirit of the car, ensures it is environmentally-friendly, with reduced CO2 emissions and the complete eradication of particulate emissions.

Dimensions (mm)

- Length 4500
- Overall width to mouldings 1815
- Wheelbase 2708
- Height 1560
- Front overhang 926
- Rear overhang 866

Date : 29 Aug 2007 02:50:46 Source: Peugeot

Date : 29 Aug 2007 02:50:46
Source: Peugeot