Peugeot expects its significantly revised 508 to challenge the forthcoming new generation Ford Mondeo in the large family car sector. Dealers will start selling the new 508 saloon, estate and extended ride-height RXH in September, several weeks before the long-delayed new Mondeo arrives in the UK. Prices have not yet been revealed but the brand has made clear its intention clear to move it upmarket. Peugeot describes the new 508 as a “major evolution” of the model rather than a facelift with the revamp extending to new engine choices. The Euro 5 emissions-compliant 1.6-litre THP 156 petrol engine makes way for a Euro 6 model, the THP 165 Stop & Start. As well as offering a 9bhp increase, this unit when matched to a six-speed manual gearbox cuts CO2 emissions from 144g/km to 131g/km. The brand’s BlueHDi diesel engines reach the 508 in two…

The fastest selling used car on dealer forecourts in April was the Peugeot 2008, according to research from Glass’s. Peugeot’s award-winning small crossover SUV spent an average of 24.8 days on forecourt in the top 10 list of the quickest sellers. The listing also featured a surprise appearance of the long discontinued Rover 25 in second place at 28.6 days, followed by the Nissan Qashqai in third place at 28.7 days. Rupert Pontin, Glass’s chief car editor, said the findings were particularly welcome for Audi which had four of the fastest selling cars. “For Audi, this reaffirmation of the brand’s popularity in the used market is very significant, bearing in mind the surge in new registrations over recent years. It shows there is a strong retail demand for the product, which is sure to help with residual values. I think the A1, which has…