Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012) Review
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Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012) At A Glance
Terrific 2.2 diesel engine, excellent handling and decent off-road ability. Well equipped.
It's strictly a 5+2 because the rearmost seats are for small children only. Crankshaft oil seal failures are leading to slipping clutches.
Like the Mitsubishi Outlander of which it and the Citroen C-Crosser are really mildly repannelled clones, it's good to drive and conveys a satisfying impression of Japanese build quality.
Road Test similar Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0 DI-D 2007 Road Test
Road Test simlar Mitsubishi Outlander GX4 2011 Road Test
Reviews for Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012)'s top 3 rivals
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Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012) handling and engines
- Engines range from 2.2 HDi to 2.2 HDi Automatic
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 27–41 mpg
Its great asset over the Outlander is its excellent PSA/Ford 2.2 litre twin turbo diesel engine. The same one you'll also find under the bonnet of the Landrover Freelander II, and from the autumn in the Outlander too.
It makes a big difference because where the 140PS VAG diesel in the Outlander lacks low down torque and has to work hard, the PSA 2.2 seems to have exactly the power the vehicle needs. It's relaxed. It's pleasant. It doesn't annoy or irritate in any way. And 0-60 in 9.6 seconds isn't to be sniffed at for a 7 seater 4x4.
It's also good to drive. Selecting Automatic 4WD sharpens up the front-end Audi quattro style. It feels a bit stiffer than a CR-V, without being any less comfortable. In any kind of inclement weather it's worth putting it into Auto 4WD, and only using 2WD for dry motorways, cities and suburbs.
The four-wheel drive system is straightforward. You can select 2WD, which gives front drive only, bringing rear drive into play in very extreme conditions, 4WD AUTO which brings rear drive in at a 70/30 split whenever needed to stabilise the vehicle, and 4WD LOCK which provides a lock to the centre diff distributing power 50/50 front and rear at low speed.
As Mitsubishi did with the Outlander, Peugeot sent us off road, through some muddy woods in the rain this time, and the car handled it very well. This is a ‘soft roader' that can do a bit of mild ‘off roading' if necessary.
If you had £22k to £25k to spend, needed 7 seats and had to choose between a 4007, a Santa Fe, a Captiva and an Antara, the 4007 is a much nicer car to drive on the road.
It's as good as a Captiva/Antara off road, but not as good as a Santa Fe.
There is no automatic option, as there is with the Santa Fe and Captiva/Antara.
And the 6th and 7th seats of the Santa Fe and Captiva/Antara are much better. Particularly good in the Captiva/Antara.
The on road driving experience of the 4007 is so very much better than the others, that would clinch it for me. But different people have different priorities, which is why I made these differences clear.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 HDi | 39–40 mpg | 9.9–11.0 s | 185–194 g/km |
| 2.2 HDi Automatic | 39 mpg | 12.5 s | 189 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
85%
Real MPG
27–41 mpg
MPGs submitted
29
Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012) interior
- Boot space is 184–1686 litres
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4635 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2672 mm |
Inside you get five comfortable seats, the rear three split, sliding and slightly reclining 60:40 with a sort of trigger mechanism that tumbles them forwards leaving a completely flat load floor with the folded seats as a bulkhead.
Exactly like the Outlander, a tiny rear bench pulls out of the boot floor, but these seats are so small and legroom so restricted they are only really of any use to midgets and small children. A full size adult could not reasonably be expected to travel in them for more than a couple of miles.
With the rearmost seats tucked away there is 589 litres of luggage space to the window line. And the rear end is split between a hatch and a low tailgate, very useful for sitting on at outdoor events, though the hatch does not extend far enough to keep the rain off your legs.
If you go for the optional satnav, it's a reprogrammable hard disc system like Peugeot's RT4, but actually Mitsubishi's, so no need to get stuck with last century mapping.
Peugeot 4007 (2007 – 2012) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4635 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2672 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1825–1845 kg |
| Boot Space | 184–1686 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 12000–12500 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £24,695–£29,395 |
| Insurance Groups | 27–28 |
| Road Tax Bands | I–J |
| Official MPG | 38.6–40.4 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until February 2012
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| GT 2.2 HDi 156 FAP 5dr | £28,195 | 40.4 mpg | 11.0 s |
| GT 2.2 HDi 156 FAP DCS Auto 5dr | £29,395 | 38.7 mpg | 12.5 s |
| SE 2.2 HDi 156 FAP 5dr | £25,395 | 40.4 mpg | 11.0 s |
| SE 2.2 HDi 156 FAP DCS Auto 5dr | £26,595 | 38.7 mpg | 12.5 s |
On sale until July 2009
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Sport XS 2.2 HDi 156 FAP | £24,695 | 38.6 mpg | 9.9 s |
Model History
January 0001
Peugeot badged version of 7-seater 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
4,640mm long x 1,810mm wide x 1,730mm high.
PSA 2.2 litre 156PS at 4,000rpm, 380Nm torque at 2,000rpm. Diesel Particulate Filter System engine and 6-speed manual box. Can run on 30% biodiesel without modification. Two piece tailgate.
Two model range – SE at £22,790 and GT at £25,490. Low CO2 191 g/km, 39.2 mpg. Can seat 5+2 people.
As Outlander, has On Demand 4WD system offering Permanent 2WD with all power directed to the front wheels, Automatic 4WD – engine torque is delivered automatically to wheels that require the most traction at any time, Permanent 4WD – splits torque 50:50 between front and rear wheels making it perfect for when the going gets tough.
Standard equipment:
Electronic ‘on-demand’ four-wheel drive system,
ESP, ABS and EBFD
Roof bars
Automatic air conditioning with climate control, pollen and dust filters
6 airbags (front, side, and curtain)
Ultrasonic alarm and remote control central locking with deadlocks
Trip computer, front fog lights and radio/ CD player with MP3 compatibility
SE has standard 16” alloy wheels. Price £22,790. 191g/km CO2.
GT has full black leather upholstery, 18” alloy wheels, a 6 disc CD autochanger, rear parking aid, xenon headlights, dark tinted rear windows and increased use of chrome detailing. Price £25,490. 194g/km CO2.
Built at Nedcar, Born, Holland along with Mitsubishi Outlander and Citroen C-Crosser from January 2009. Sport Pack option is introduced 9-5-2008 to enhance the ‘entry model’ SE for customers wanting an enhanced presence on the roads.
The 4007 SE Irmscher Sport Pack includes Aero Star Design 19” alloy wheels on Pirelli 235/45 x R19 tyres, a body-coloured rear roof spoiler, front lower spoiler and twin tailpipe finishers - all available for £600. Purchased individually they would total £2,950. The Sport Park items are available on 4007 SE models in four metallic colours; Pearl Black, Arctic Silver, Pilbara Grey and Istria Blue.
Irmscher have worked with Peugeot successfully with styling projects on the 207 GTi THP 175, 107 Sport XS and 407 Sport XS. For customers who already have the Peugeot 4007, or wish to enhance their new car’s personality, Peugeot’s approved accessories offer a range of items:
Chrome side bars £379
Chrome mirror covers £79
Chrome door handle covers £89
SP sports front grille £199
April 2009
New model 'Sport XS' with prominent sports features announced. Same 156PS 2.2 diesel with 380Nm torque. Features include 18" alloy wheels and stylish sports leather seats in a value package just £1,450 over the range entry model, priced at £24,695. Five-seat only configuration with special black leather upholstery and full exterior Sport styling kit of chrome side bars, wing mirror covers, door handles and a twin tail pipe extension. Body coloured front lower and rear roof spoilers completes the distinctive exterior. Bluetooth handsfree telephone facility is also a standard feature of 4007 Sport XS.
The on-the-road price for the 4007 Sport XS is £24,695, just £1,450 up from SE and £1,150 below the top-of-the-range GT model.
September 2009
6-speed DCS (dual clutch system) automatic version introduced. This technique consists of automating the gear changes on a manual gearbox and using two clutches to transmit the engine torque. The first clutch is located on the even-numbered gears while the second clutch is fitted to the odd-numbered gears. A fine-tuned electronic management system anticipates the gear changes and hydraulically operates one of the two clutches, which operate in parallel, within a few tenths of a second without a torque converter. As such, one shaft is always connected and changing from one gear to another takes place in just a few tenths of a second, resulting in exceptionally smooth driving.
The DCS 6 has the advantage of an adaptation program for slopes or inclines. The computer (ECU) authorises engine braking power according to the contours of the road to augment smooth driving. In the same vein, hill start assistance is another feature, derived from the ESP system; it automatically holds the vehicle for a few seconds to assist the vehicle in pulling away from a start.
* 38.7 MPG on the Combined Cycle
* 192g/km CO2 (the same SE spec manual version is 191g/km CO2)
Enhanced attractive design
On the inside, new elegant edging trim surrounds the instrument panel visor and front door strips, while the air conditioning controls has chrome trim finish. The multi-function display, located between the two instrument panel dials has a new colour graphic interface, made possible by the use of an LCD matrix.
4007 DCS automatic models, available in SE and GT trim (both equipped as standard with seven seats), are distinguished by twin tailpipes.
The 4007 range started at £23,345 (on-the-road) with the DCS automatic, with the SE trim, start from £24,545 (on-the-road).
What to watch out for
Clutch and dual mass flywheel failures common when towing because 1st and 2nd gears are not low enough to take off without some slip.
Eolys fluid reservoir bag for DPF regenerating is mounted close to and level with the rear wishbone where it is unprotected and extremely vulnerable to road debris and twigs and rocks while off roading.
09-07-2012:A few owners have had their clutch slip diagnosed as a crankshaft oil seal leak, with mixed results in terms of goodwill. There is also what is apparently an 'unofficial fix' of leaving the handbrake on, and releasing the clutch with the engine in 6th gear. This is the link to the relevant thread C-Crosser Forum Link There have also been some problems with the Teves ABS/ESP module, with repairs quoted at circa £1,800 with 45-50% goodwill being the norm. Might be curable by replacement of brake pressure sensor by Sinspeed .
31-12-2012:'Gong' sound means that car battery is failing to hold sufficient charge and needs to be replaced.
23-09-2014:Report of repeat cranksaft oil seal failures on 2.2 belt cam PSA engine contaminating the clutch.
26-09-2014:Report of clutch failure of 2010 Citroen C-Crosser with DCS (Dual Clutch System) automatic transmission at 42,000 miles. Probably caused by the common crankshaft oil seal failure. Quoted £4,500 to repair, but Citroen offered 60% of parts cost. Dealer told reader that if the transmission itself failed the cost of repair would be a ludicrous £14,000, far more than the vehicle is worth.
