Peugeot Automobile Nigeria Limited has opened a new chapter in the Nigerian auto industry with the unveiling of the all-new Peugeot 3008 Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).

The launch of the Peugeot 3008 SUV is expected to be a major push to the leading local auto assembly plant in the country in its quest to further expand its market share.

The launch came as stakeholders in the auto assembly hailed what they called a revamping of PAN, an household name in the country's auto market.

Speaking at the unveiling of the SUV in Lagos, Chairman Board of Directors of PAN, Alhaji Munir J'aafar said the introductions of the new SUV was in response to the yearnings of the car lovers.

He said, "Reflecting on the recent progress within the last five years, we have responded to the taste of our customers. We have succeeded largely and progressively growing market shares. We are expanding our frontiers in the local market and our aspiration is to deliver leadership in auto sales in Nigeria".

Chairman of the event and former Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Mr. Femi Pedro said his delight was in the revival of PAN which he described as a great company.

Pedro said it was a wise business decision to launch the car in Lagos as over 35 percent of Automobile sales in Nigeria come from Lagos.

"I feel highly honored and delighted to witness the revival of a great company. To see this company coming back to life is a source of joy", said Pedro who enthused that the recently passed Automotive Development Bill would revolutionize the industry and increase people's capacity to purchase brand new cars.

Managing Director of PAN, Ibrahim Boyi who explained the safety and security features of the new SUV said it is equipped with all the trappings of a luxury, safety, comfort, and technology will be competitively-priced compared to the competition.

According to him, 3008 SUV has seen a significant upgrade on the design front, compared to its predecessor.



"Its sleek exterior, futuristic cabin and several unorthodox features take it on a journey to explore unchartered territories of the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) segment.

"The vehicle is lighter, yet more agile and responsive than previous generation model. This further disproves the common notion that higher displaced engines are more suitable for SUVs.



“Apart from its distinctive style, it represents the brand’s move towards improving efficiency while delivering an even greater power output compared to previous models,” he added.

Since its launch, the PEUGEOT 3008 SUV has won more than 30 international awards, including the prestigious European Car of the Year Award.

The SUV 3008 has seduced many juries around the world thanks to its dynamic qualities, stylish exterior, equipment, interior design and of course its innovative PEUGEOT i-Cockpit®.

Fuel economy: 49-71 mpg combined (39-67 city, 59-81 highway)
Dimensions: 4,447 mm L x 1,841 mm W x 1,624 mm H
Horsepower: 73 to 132 kW
Fuel tank capacity: 53 L
Engine: 1.2 L 3-cylinder, 1.6 L 4-cylinder, 1.6 L 4-cylinder diesel, 2.0 L 4-cylinder diesel

SOURCE: https://brandspurng.com/peugeot-nigeria-unveils-its-3008-suv-ready-to-take-on-big-boys-photos-specs/

The rear lights are ugly!

The whole thing ugly

Which of the big boys do they want to take on with this carton looking car?

Their biggest opponent would only be kia sportage, sorento, and the ugly kia mohave.

They don't stand a chance against other car makers with this SUV

All I see is Range Rover Evoque...

You guys saying this car is ugly are only saying so because you're seeing pictures. I saw this car live at the showroom at Testing ground (Ikeja) and I was blown away. It is indeed a beautiful car.

coolcharm:
All I see is Range Rover Evoque...

Biko, hol' am there. No talk dat kind thing. The Range Rover Evoque is a beautiful SUV. Comparing the Evoque to the 3008 in terms of looks, is like comparing Beauty and the Beast. The rear view of the 3008 looks like a hill that caved in halfway, and missed its' way going down...

This is just like Toyota matrix 03 to 06
How on earth ll they put 1.2, 1.6 and 2.0 litre engine in such SUV and still target big boss market

Good one from Peugeot.

Kufie:
You guys saying this car is ugly are only saying so because you're seeing pictures. I saw this car live at the showroom at Testing ground (Ikeja) and I was blown away. It is indeed a beautiful car.

You head is there jare. No mind them...