Peugeot 508 crossover

Undisguised Peugeot 508 crossover is captured on final testing in Europe
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This rather lovely looking estate is Peugeot's upcoming crossover version of the new 508 model, aimed at the likes of Audi Allroad, Volvo XC70 and Skoda Scout.

The slinky Pug wagon looks decidedly less agricultural than the bulk of crossovers claimed to convince buyers of their extended capabilities. About the only element separating it from the regular 508 wagon is the raised suspension giving it extra ground clearance to make better use of the AWD system.

Although sedan, wagon and GT variants of the 508 are due to arrive in Australia from July this year, there's no word of plans for the as-yet unreleased crossover model.

As other 508 models will only be available locally with diesel engines, it would be reasonable to expect the same rationale would apply to the crossover if it makes it here.

So far, Peugeot has confirmed only that 2.0-litre and 2.2-litre HDi turbodiesel engines will be offered with the 508 in Australia, although the smaller 1.6-litre HDi is still subject to "market evaluation."

The 508 sedan, wagon and GT will make their first local appearance at this year's Australian International Motor Show (AIMS) in Melbourne, concurrent with the national introduction to Peugeot showrooms.

The crossover variant is expected to appear internationally at the Frankfurt motor show later this year.

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