Peugeot's collaboration with Mitsubishi is obvious in the all-new 4007 four-wheel-drive SUV.
That powerful alignment is more than skin deep - the stylish French SUV is powered by Peugeot's 2.2-litre HDI diesel engine but drives through a Mitsubishi-developed 4X4 system.
Pricing is sharp, starting from $45,490 and three of the four models are sub-$50,000. Peugeot claims the 4007 is the only European seven seat SUV priced below $50,000.
Like the 407 sedan and wagon, Peugeot is offering the 4007 in two model grades - ST and SV. All are powered by the 2.2-litre HDi diesel but only the ST is available with a six-speed manual transmission - the others drive through a Getrag six-speed dual-clutch automatic.
The latest generation HDi engine provides maximum power of 115kW and peak torque of 380Nm. Fuel economy is good - 7.0l/100kms and emissions are 191g/km.
Peugeot has done a great job with the exterior styling - highlighted by the distinct front-end treatment with its large 'Peugeot Lion', curvaceous lights and fenders. The rear is accentuated by more curves and translucent ruby lights.
Inside is further Peugeot 'DNA' with the luxury SV model gaining leather seats.
The Mitsubishi all-wheel-drive system is electronically controlled and the 4007 delivers a towing capacity up to 2,000kgs.
