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Peugeot 2008 – Tailored for families

for a 2+2 family unit. The boot is – which gives the Peugeot 2008
sufficient at 410L with the fold-flat, versatility on trickier terrain. 4WD
split-folding seats up. it is not but on a track or slippery
The i-Cockpit is unique to the grass it works well.
brand and is something of a The Euro6 engines (the diesels
highlight. The compact sports wheel are 1.6L BlueHDi and the petrols
offers precise steering and improved 1.2L PureTech, both with various
manoeuvrability while the easy-to- power outputs) ensure a fuel
use 7” multifunction colour touch efficient yet enjoyable drive through
screen puts all the functionality at the six-speed manual ‘box. The
your fingertips. Features include the 118bhp diesel as tested chases to
Geoff Maxted of Drivewrite.co.uk takes the Peugeot 2008 for a drive now expected toys and Peugeot’s 62mph in under ten and is lively
Connect SOS & Assistance feature. and responsive if a bit noisy. This is
Looking at the reviews for the The tested motor is, as mentioned, In addition, the head-up cowled especially good because at 98g/km
improved 2016 Peugeot 2008 you in the penultimate trim level but instrument panel allows driver it’s a road tax-free drive too.
would be forgiven for thinking that you can cough up a bit more for information to be accessed without The Peugeot 2008 offers car-like
nobody can make up their minds. the new ‘GT Line’ model, for a more taking the eyes off the road. handling. Despite the higher ride
But taken as a whole the Peugeot sporty aspect. It would not be unfair to say height the small SUV acquits itself
2008 – here featured in Allure Allure gets you part-leather that this is one of the best looking well on the road. Ride quality is up
trim with a BlueHDi 118bhp diesel seats that have adequate manual dashboards in this extremely there with the best-in-class, and
engine – is, as Frank Carson is wont adjustment with sufficient reach competitive small Crossover/SUV unlike some doesn’t roll hugely
to say, a cracker. and rake on the small but perfectly sector. It is mercifully low on button when cornering quickly.
The Peugeot 2008 has been formed steering wheel. Most drivers count and, for example, climate This car doesn’t cost much more
revamped for this year. It’s mostly will fit, although space behind a tall can be controlled by a quick flick of than the hatchback 208 and,
cosmetic with a new frontal pilot is a tad restricted. The test car a switch. The ‘carbon-fibre’ effect as suggested, is a bit of a steal.
appearance with latest in-house costs just shy of £20k so the French plastic fascia is soft and, sure, Certainly the 2008 has more to
design codes and new grille company have done well to present there’s some budget plastic around offer than its smaller brother. With
treatment. This model gets wheel such a neat and attractive interior. but it is not obvious or cheap- Grip Control for extra on-road
arch extensions and scuff plates. A Back seat customers are well looking so the overall ambience winter security the bigger car is
special word for the terrific paint, catered for with comfort but your inside is one of high quality. more versatile. With easily 50mpg
a new ‘Ultimate Red’ that has a lanky fellows will find it tight. Good First up then is ‘Grip Control’ - an (with Stop/Start) on the cards this
multi-layered varnish treatment. for children though and this car is adapted selectable traction system upgraded version will satisfy most
Other hues are available. crying out to be on the short list controlling the front wheels only mainstream buyers.
Modern Guides, making a real difference to girls’ lives

Jo Sully, the joint County
Commissioner for Girlguides
Wiltshire North, writes that
people still have the idea that the
movement is all about knitting and
knotting. But that’s not the case.
Guides have changed with the times
in ways people don’t realise, but we
still rely on volunteers to become
inspiring role models for our young
members.
Recently Guide units in the
Swindon area have been involved in
many exciting and varied activities
such as:
• exploring STEM (science,
technology, engineering, and
mathematics) activities at the Royal
International Air Tattoo, Fairford;
• attending Big Gig, a Guides only
concert at Wembley featuring Jess
Glynne, Matt DeFreitas and Fleur
East amongst others;
• outdoor activities - zorbing and • participation in ‘Strategy,’ providing great new opportunities fun.
slacklining;
• practical skills - learning how a camp/activity hike which and experiences for our young So many adults who join in
to change tyres or build flat-pack challenges 10 to 14 year old Scouts members, we’re not so good at say they get just as much out of
furniture; and Guides to work together, shouting out about it. guiding as the girls. No matter how
much time you have to give, there’s
Guide units across Swindon are
navigating a route to complete
• adventure events and camps of activities and scoring points as both bursting with enthusiasm and an opportunity for you.
all shapes and sizes, from a local
unit-based camp at Cotswold they go. Peatmoor Guides came also with members. See more information about
Water Parks, to participation in an ninth out of 235 teams and are We’re desperate not to disappoint guiding in Swindon at: www.
international camp attended by still grinning from ear to ear about all the girls who want to join which girlguidingwiltshirenorth.org.uk
their achievement.
where there are links to the
means we need more volunteers to
1,500 from all over the globe;
Whilst we’re very good at come forward and be part of the Facebook page and blog.
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