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Peugeot Boxer. In light weight
Peugeot Boxer. Price: from 714,000 rubles. On sale: since 2008 Peugeot Machines are the most popular foreign-made cars on the Russian market, including commercial. We decided to test one of the representatives of this segment at the Dmitrov Polygon
Test pilot
Mikhail Bibichev, 34 years old, test, driving experience 16 years, Personal car - Skoda Octavia
PEUGEOT Boxer light trucks, as well as Citroen Jumper and Fiat Ducato are available at one Sevel plant (Northern Italy). It all started in the late 70s, when FIAT and the PSA group (Peugeot and Citroen) signed an agreement on the development and production of light commercial trucks. In 1981, the first model was released, however, Peugeot then walked under the abbreviation J5. The second model was created in 1994 and began to be called Peugeot Boxer. Since then, the car has repeatedly subjected to modernization and restyling. And at the end of 2006, the public presented a completely new, modern model Peugeot Boxer.
The model range of the new version is huge: it is a all-metal and glazed van, a cargo-passenger van, a chassis with a cab under various settings, as well as a passenger minibus. In addition, three wheeled bases are offered to choose from, four body performances in length and three roof options. Volume volume of cargo compartment from 8 to 17 m3, carrying capacity from 1 to 2 tons. As for engines, the choice is offered three diesel units with a capacity of 2.2 liters with a capacity of 100 and 120 liters. C., as well as a 3-liter capacity of 160 liters. with. respectively.
Peugeot Boxer provided to us for the dough is a complete-metal van with a low roof and with the shortest length of the body execution, as well as with the weakest engine power. Cabin tested van triple. Ergonomics of a driver's seat is carefully thought out, it is distinguished by comfort and practicality. The driver's seat has all the necessary adjustments, including lumbar support, in addition, the right side provides an adjustable armrest. For more convenience, the driver and passengers in the Boxer cabin is provided simply a huge amount of gloves, pockets and all sorts of shelves. Passenger seat double, fixed and has no adjustments. The back is fixed at an angle of almost 90 degrees, with the result that when driving, especially for long distances, you begin to experience discomfort, back, frankly, starts to whine.
The cargo compartment is separated by a deaf metal partition, which from the side of the cabin is finished with plastic. Its volume is 8 cubic meters. For the convenience of loading-unloading, two rear swing doors with a total size of 1562 mm wide and 1520 mm height, as well as a side sliding with a width of 1075 mm. For reliable fastening of cargo, the floor of the cargo compartment is equipped with special rings.
The Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a diesel power unit with direct fuel injection of the Common Rail. Its amount is 2.2 liters, and the power is 101 liters. with. Maximum torque
250 nm at 1500 min-1. The engine meets EURO environmental standards 4. It is aggregated with a 5-speed manual gearbox. For more powerful engines there is a 6-speed KP. Driving a car amazingly easy. First of all, I want to say about excellent visibility, which is ensured by high landing, large windshield and dual rear-view mirrors. Peugeot Boxer is not bad, the motor is spinning enough even with the full mass, and on an empty machine can be trimmed from the second transmission. The moves of the gearbox shift lever are short, and the inclusion of the gear is clear. The suspension swallows irregularities and does not allow the car to roll into turns. The brake system is quite effective and reliable, the car responds even with a slight effort on the brake pedal. Low vibration and noise is one of the components of driving and stay in the car. The results of the fuel efficiency tests turned out very worthy, so we can safely conclude that the new Boxer is a fairly economical car. The security systems are offered only the driver's airbag, ABS and seat belts for the driver and passengers, all other options only for an additional fee.
Driving
Dynamics and brake system deserve a good evaluation. Pleasantly surprised and suspension.
Salon
The salon, which is replete with a mass of useful boxes and niches, is made of practical materials.
Comfort Decent - only at the driver. Passengers on a long trip will have to be glared on an unregulated seat.
Security
In the basic equipment two pillows and ABS.
Price
It is quite reasonable for such a practical car. Especially since the versions of the great set.
Advantages and disadvantages
+ Excellent handling, good interior, economical engine.
- An uncomfortable vertical back of the passenger seat, rear swing doors open only at an angle 90.
Specifications Brand and Model - Peugeot Boxer
Dimensions - 4963/2050/2254 mm
Engine - diesel, 4-cylinder, 2198 cm3, 101 hp / 4000 min-1 250 nm / 1500 min-1
Transmission - Mechanical, 5-speed
Dynamics - N.D.
Competitors - Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Renault Master, VW Crafter
Our opinion
Peugeot Boxer Multifunctional, reliable, modern and economical car. There are, of course, flaws, but on the other hand, who have them not? Thanks to a large number of modifications offered, each buyer will be able to choose a car to perform specifically set tasks. As for the price, it is significantly less than many competitors.
Posted by: Mikhail Bibichev
Photo: Sergey Moiseev
A source: Magazine 5 Wheel [September 2009]
