The Peugeot 407 Elixir
Published: 31st August 2003
The 407 Elixir has pre-tensioning seatbelts with a seatbelt-not-fastened indicator for each of the four seats. Passengers are protected by nine airbags, one of which – incorporated in the steering column – protects the driver’s knees.
Power for the 407 Elixir is provided by an all-new, 6-cylinder 2,700cc HDi diesel engine. This engine features the latest-generation particulate emission filter, ensuring automatic regeneration without any mileage limitations.
The maximum power developed by this DT17 type diesel engine is 148 kW (more than 200 bhp), with a maximum torque figure of 440 Nm.
The transmission adopts a ‘Tiptronic’ style sequential gearbox, with a gear lever allowing either 100 % automatic operation or manual, sequential control over gear changes.
Elixir has dual wishbone suspension at the front and the latest generation multi-arm system at the rear – combined with a new Electronic Stability Programme (ESP).
This state-of-the-art suspension technology offers high-quality road holding and unrivalled comfort, ensuring genuine driving pleasure – a true Peugeot trademark.
The main dimensions of the 407 Elixir are as follows (m):
- Length - 4.734
- Width - 1.920
- Height - 1.400
- Wheelbase - 2.725
- Front track - 1.646
- Rear track - 1.684
- Front/rear overhang - 1.061/0
