Peugeot 308 CC Gets New 1.6 Liter HDI Diesel Unit

The 1.6 liter diesel engine, born out of Peugeot’s diesel HDi FAP technology, has made its debut in the motoring world under the hood of the 308 Coupe Cabriolet.

The 8 valve unit develops 112 HP (at 3,600 rpm) and has a peak torque of 270 Nm (at 1,750 rpm) with an overboost function which increases the latter to 285 Nm while meeting the new Euro 5 emission standards.

It is based on its 1.6 liter 110HP, 240Nm predecessor but 50% of its components have been redesigned in order to achieve the… (read more)