The Peugeot 4007 is the French manufacturer’s first compact SUV, a recreational 4×4 that has been developed in partnership with Citroen and Mitsubishi and will be launched in the second half of 2007.

Early details show a bold design that incorporates plenty of current Peugeot styling cues, including large backswept headlights and huge front grille. The large wheelarches and high ground clearance point to the vehicle’s off-road capability.

The 4007 will be launched with a 2.2-litre Hdi diesel engine that Peugeot has developed in conjunction with Ford. Its environmental credentials include a diesel particulate filter and the ability to run on a mix of diesel and up to 30 per cent biofuel. The vehicle will use a six-speed manual transmission.