Known internally in Nasim as Project T73, locally-assembled versions of the Peugeot 408 sedan have been spotted being tested on Malaysian roads for over half a year so far, and these tradeplate-bearing locally-assembled units have been slowly losing their disguise since we first spotted them way back in mid-2011.
We first heard news that Nasim was going to assemble the Peugeot 408 in mid-2010. The 408 is Peugeot’s C-segment sedan competitor, loosely based around the Peugeot 308, but this time Peugeot didn’t simply tack on a boot to the car, like it did with the 207. The Peugeot 408 gets a longer 2,710 mm wheelbase and a redesigned roofline, so it looks pretty good unlike a typical hatch-turned-sedan.
These pictures were snapped by reader Barry Lim in Malacca. Thanks, Barry! Globally, the 408 is available with various engine options including a 110 hp / 147 Nm normally-aspirated 1.6 litre engine, a 147 hp / 200 Nm normally-aspirated 2.0 litre engine and a variant called the Peugeot 408 Sport, which has the Prince THP 1.6 turbo engine making 163 PS.
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Comments on the Peugeot 408 spotted in Malacca focus on its size, design, and features, with many expressing excitement about its spaciousness and sleek profile. Some highlight its European safety standards, subtle elegance, and the possibility of turbo variants, speculating on power and pricing. Several commenters hope for competitive pricing, good warranties, and feature-rich models to rival other sedans like the Civic and Corolla. There is some disappointment regarding rims and after-sales service quality, alongside concerns about pricing strategies and distributor reliability. Overall, the majority show interest and positive anticipation for the model, considering it a strong contender in the Malaysian market if priced right and well-equipped. Sentiments range from enthusiastic to cautious, with a shared hope for success.