Peugeot

French automotive marque with roots dating to 1810

Mainstream cars, crossovers and light commercial vehicles sold across Europe as part of the Stellantis group.

FranceFranceAutomotiveMass-market carsCrossoversFounded 1810

About Peugeot

Peugeot's history begins in 1810 as a steel and tooling business in Sochaux before producing bicycles, pepper mills and eventually automobiles. Today Peugeot is a core Stellantis brand offering hatchbacks like the 208, crossovers such as the 3008 and e-208 electric models, with design language centered on the distinctive lion emblem and French styling.

Why consider Peugeot

  • Wide European dealer network through Stellantis
  • Stylish interiors on newer i-Cockpit models
  • Electric 208 and hybrid options at accessible prices
  • Strong presence in France and Southern Europe
  • Light commercial Partner and Expert vans for business use

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Brand comparison

BrandCountryPositioningMain categoryPrice level
PeugeotFranceFranceFrench design mainstreamAutomotiveMid-range
RenaultFranceFranceFrench volume brandAutomotiveBudget to mid-range
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Brand details

Brand ownership

  1. Stellantis N.V.
  2. Peugeot brand

Market presence

  • Peugeot dealers across Europe
  • Strong France and Mediterranean markets
  • Stellantis manufacturing in France and EU
  • Fleet and mobility sales
  • Motorsport heritage (WRC, Le Mans)

Brand timeline

  1. 1810Peugeot family steel business established
  2. 1889First Peugeot steam tricycle produced
  3. 1976Peugeot merges with Citroën forming PSA
  4. 2021Stellantis formed from PSA and FCA merger
  5. TodayMajor French Stellantis brand with growing EV share