Peugeot’s newly launched 508 scooped the top accolade at this year’s Fleet World Honours after being named ‘Best New Car of 2011’.
Dubbed by many as Peugeot’s ‘best saloon yet’, the new flagship stole the show during the annual ceremony which took place at the Royal Automobile Club in London.
Presented annually, Fleet World Honours recognise the motor manufacturers, service companies and individuals who have, in the opinion of the judges, achieved the highest possible level of excellence in their respective sectors.
Praise for Peugeot 508
Commenting on the win, Fleet World Editor, Steve Moody, said: “The 508 changes the game for Peugeot.
“A massive leap forward from the 407, it offers a premium brand level quality cabin and a range of frugal, refined and powerful engines all wrapped in a stylish body shell, taking the firm right back into the upper echelons of this vital fleet sector.”
Taxi Sales Exclusive
The great news for taxi drivers is that Cab Direct have secured an exclusive deal with Peugeot, offering the superb 508 SR taxi for sale at the incredible price of just £70.95 weekly + VAT. This latest deal even includes the eHDI Stop & Start option, which delivers even greater fuel savings – perfect for the modern day taxi driver.
There are five model levels in the Peugeot 508 range, each with surprisingly generous features. Cab Direct’s taxi trade exclusive deal offers the impressively high spec e-HDi SR model at a truly unbelievable price. SR equipment includes Peugeot connect built-in satellite navigation with Bluetooth and seven inch colour monitor, an ultrasonic panic alarm, 16″ alloy wheels and the latest safety technology.
Fuel Savings
As far as taxi operators are concerned, the fuel economy delivered by Peugeot’s latest diesel technology brings remarkable fuel savings too. 64.2 mpg on the combined cycle is the type of statistic that only a year or two ago would have been limited to small, run-about cars – not to a generously proportioned full size saloon!
Peter Facenna, Cab Direct’s taxi sales director, said: “Combining masses of space, superb spec and low-running costs, Peugeot’s 508 is at the forefront of modern day manufacturing – this award is testament to that.
Peter continues: “We’re absolutely delighted to be able to offer this new cab at such a keen price. In terms of value for money, it doesn’t get much better than Peugeot’s latest offering.”