Life on board the 107... simple and carefree
An Bord des 107 - fröhlich und einfach
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Peugeot 107The 107, which replaces the 106, provides Peugeot’s entry offer in the small car segment (B).
Style For the design of the Peugeot 107, the brief required the use of a shared mechanical specification, the use of an existing platform and the same front windscreen and front doors for all three marques. The Peugeot Style Centre set out to create a compact car, with an assertive character, versatile in use, but above totally at ease in an urban environment. The car therefore has very small front and rear overhangs, wheels placed “at each corner” and generously curved sections to give it presence. At the front, the 107 naturally exhibits the stylistic traits found on the latest Peugeots, with a youthful and playful face, expressed by a smiling “mouth” and wide eyes. Viewed from the side, the 5-door version achieves a balanced appearance by the use of a “wraparound” rear door that completely covers the rear quarter panels as far as the vertical rear light. Each of these lights extends flute-like from the rear of the roof and descends to the bumper, framing the tailgate formed by the fully glazed rear screen. Inside, the interior layout creates an impression of quality thanks to the vibrancy of its different components, particularly the back-lit central console activated when the lights come on at nightfall. Interior cloth trims specific to each Marque decorate the interior of the car. A “magnetic” smile Compact and user-friendly, a mite cheeky but with a genuine smile, the 107 invites you to share its infectious joie de vivre…Its appearance radiates the feline character specific to the Peugeot Marque, with expansive almond-shaped headlamps, a wide mouth, and a large, inclined front windscreen, not forgetting the large, rounded, vertical rear lights that frame an all-glass tailgate. Its “measured” non-conformism presents a mix of innovative lines, stylistic references and original curves. The lower front panel, featuring body-colour paintwork on all versions, demonstrates that character and simplicity are not mutually exclusive. Far from being the entry point to the Peugeot range, the young and sparkling 107 is, on the contrary, a breath of fresh air. Attuned to the city
Its preferred playground is the city. Those who commute there, who park there,
who while away the time there - often dreaming of escaping from its clutches
- will be very appreciative of its smile, its roguishness and its versatility,
features that are prominent on both the 3- and 5-door versions. Tailor-made engineering …
Well able to thread its way down a narrow street, make light of traffic jams,
saunter at low speed or make a dash for the countryside, the 107 comes with
three power trains ideally suited to these requirements. Placing emphasis
on dynamic performance and the ability to negotiate traffic, they also perform
well on the open road, whilst reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
to a minimum. Deceptively easy to drive … The 107 keeps smiling regardless of how it is used, due to its road-holding abilities and the protection it offers its occupants. The suspension design and geometry was chosen to ensure dynamic and safe road holding, easy to control both on dry and wet surfaces. It comprises:
- a Mc Pherson type front wishbone with anti-roll bar All 107s are equipped as standard with Bosch ABS 8 incorporating electronic brake force distribution and a CSC (Cornering Stability Control) system. The latter improves stability during braking in bends, outside the normal ABS regulation. An electronic stability program (ESP) will be available as an option within a few months. Not in the least scared…! To ensure the optimum safety of its passengers, the 107 relies on its structure and chassis legs for high speed impact protection, no mean task when a small car has to absorb impact energy quickly. In addition, it comes with additional devices for “close-up protection”, helping to reduce the effects of impact to a minimum:
- a steering column that retracts over a distance of 73 mm, thereby
reducing the risk of intrusion, In addition, to encourage the driver to fasten their seat belt, a buzzer and a visual alarm are triggered if the seat belt is not fastened. Each passenger seat can accommodate a child seat, while the 50/50 rear bench seat is equipped on both sides with Isofix fixtures incorporating three anchorage points for the installation of an Isofix child seat. This overall design places the 107 in the best possible position to satisfy EuroNcap criteria for the protection of occupants. Lastly, in the design of the front of the vehicle and the layout of the different mechanical components of the 107, careful attention has been paid to the consequences of a collision with a pedestrian. Thanks to a special “beam” in front of the bumper and a bonnet that creates the maximum possible distance between it and mechanical components underneath, pedestrian protection is maximised. Life on board the 107… simple and carefree
Their structure and padding have been specially optimised to ensure a good
level of safety and comfort with the minimum of congestion, thereby creating
space for the knees and feet of rear passengers. The rear seating comprises
a fixed bench seat and a seat back that folds either in one piece or 50/50
and can accommodate “curved” head restraints as standard or as
an option. The seat backs can be unlocked easily by means of two release
catches accessible from the boot, allowing the latter to be enlarged easily
by folding the seat backs onto the bench seat. With the seats folded, the available rear volume to roof height is increased to 751 dm3, and the length to the front seats is extended to 1 093 mm. Had a puncture? A “normal” spare wheel is available … housed in a well at the bottom of the boot to provide a secure location. The numerous ingenious storage areas found in the moulded components can accommodate everyday objects:
- a large open glove box,
Storage pockets in the front door panels put road maps and tourist guides
within easy reach, while at the rear, 5-door versions offer almost the same
level of generous storage space, with optional opening hinged rear windows.
In 3-door versions, a smaller storage space is available in the rear panels.
- a mono CD player, Accessories include a CD auto changer and two 165 mm speakers that can be installed on the rear parcel shelf. Without the radio, the 107 is pre-wired and comes with a roof aerial. Exterior colours and interior trims Lively and visual or more classic, the range of exterior colours is composed of eight shades:
Three plain colours:
Five metallic colours: The unique design of the seat trim evokes a sense of dynamism. On the first level, “Nokimate” trim covers the seats with a black/dark grey or sandy beige/dark grey mesh, while on second level the seats are decorated with a “Transcodage” woven fabric in either dark grey or Terre de Cassel beige, accompanied by a matching mesh. The same smile for two silhouettes and two levels of finish The 107 range, simple and bright, is based on two 3- and 5-door silhouettes, two levels of finish and three power trains. The basic 107 comes with equipment and features essential for a small, modern and mainly urban vehicle, competitively priced and offering in particular front air bags and ABS, power steering* adjustable steering wheel*, rear windscreen wiper, adjustable rear-view mirrors, a full-size spare wheel, and body-colour bumpers with black protective capping. On the second level, side air bags*, electric windows, remote-controlled door locking, body coloured door mirrors and door handles, 50/50 rear bench seat with rear head restraints and side protection are added to the equipment of the basic version. * : except for some destinations
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Overall, this market segment has increased by 32%
in ten years due to the many different vehicles offered by a large number
of manufacturers. Peugeot has already seen success in this segment with the
dynamic 206 and will build on this success with the innovative 1007.
Peugeot’s new small car has been developed and built in collaboration
between PSA Peugeot Citroën and Toyota Motor Corporation. The 107 is
manufactured at the Kolin plant in the Czech Republic, like its “two
sister cars” that share the same platform.
Inside the 107, relaxation is the order of the day.
The passenger compartment simply refuses to be downhearted, as demonstrated
by certain styling choices: the exterior body colour is repeated inside the
doors where bright colours are welcome, the user-friendly central console
used to control the heating and air conditioning incorporates a spectacular
translucent material with orange back-lighting, while the fascia panel with
its dual moulded contours features a very chic “diamond” texture.
This stylistic “exuberance” combines delightfully with the simplicity
of design embodied by the seats and their integral head restraints, or indeed
the instrument panel with its large central dial placed on the steering column,
from which a remotely mounted rev counter can be attached. An excellent antidote
to gloominess, the 107 is a real car, simple to use and enjoy.
