Peugeot 407 facts for kids

The Peugeot 407 was a car made by the French company Peugeot. It was built between 2004 and 2011. This car took over from an older model called the 406. Later, a new car called the 508 replaced the 407. In 2008, the 407 got a small update to its look.

The Peugeot 407 came in a few different styles. You could find it as a 4-door saloon (like a regular family car), a 5-door station wagon (called the 407 SW, which has more space in the back), and a sporty 2-door coupé.

4-door saloon (407)

5-door station wagon (407 SW)

2-door coupé (407 Coupé)

Engine Power

Cars need engines to move! The Peugeot 407 had different types of engines. These engines gave the car its power. The power is measured in kilowatts (kW) or horsepower (hp). A higher number means a more powerful engine.

Petrol Engines

Petrol engines use gasoline to make the car go. Here are some of the petrol engines available for the Peugeot 407:

• 1.8 16V: This engine could make 85 kW (115 hp) or 92 kW (125 hp).
• 2.0 16V: This one offered 100 kW (136 hp) or 103 kW (140 hp).
• 2.2 16V: It had 116 kW (158 hp) or 120 kW (163 hp).
• 3.0 V6: This was a powerful engine with 155 kW (211 hp). The "V6" means it had six cylinders arranged in a "V" shape.

Diesel Engines

Diesel engines use diesel fuel. They are often known for being good on fuel. Here are some of the diesel engines for the Peugeot 407:

• 1.6 HDi: This engine produced 80 kW (109 hp).
• 2.0 HDi: It came with 100 kW (136 hp), 103 kW (140 hp), or 120 kW (163 hp).
• 2.2 HDi: This one offered 125 kW (170 hp).
• 2.7 HDi: This engine had 150 kW (204 hp).
• 3.0 HDi: The most powerful diesel engine, with 177 kW (241 hp).

Images for kids

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  Peugeot 407 V6 (petrol engine)

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  Peugeot 407 Prologue Concept

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  Peugeot 407 Silhouette Concept

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  Sedan (pre facelift)

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  Coupé

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  SW (pre facelift)

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  SW (1st facelift)

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  SW (1st facelift)

See also

In Spanish: Peugeot 407 para niños