100,000th Peugeot 2008 rolls off production line

Less than a year after its launch, Peugeot's urban crossover - the 2008 - has passed the magic production barrier of 100,000 units. The car in question was taken direct from the plant in Mulhouse, France, and handed over to its delighted new owner. The ceremony was witnessed by Corinne Spilios, Director of the Mulhouse production centre, and Xavier Duchemin, Director of Peugeot France. 

Another measure of the Peugeot 2008's success is the amount of awards it has won. Prestigious honours have come from numerous markets, including Ireland, Italy, Spain, France, Poland and Turkey. Evidence of the brand's upward move in the B-segment is illustrated by the fact that 68 percent of sales were for the two highest trim levels, Allure and Feline.

Built exclusively at the Mulhouse site for all countries except China and those in Latin America, the impressive level of customer demand has already led to three increases in production. Output currently stands at 680 vehicles per day, double the rate at launch.