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Peugeot Expert Premium long wheel base Van 2022 review

MY22 Peugeot Expert Premium (LWB)

Expert Premium – Peugeot Expert is ideally suited as a work van coming with a high specification level and two wheelbase variants.

I just spent a week in the long wheel base Premium version, and I have to say I’m pretty impressed.

Its actually quite stylish, especially in the dark grey colour we had. With a bold grill and clever design it manages to avoid the slab sided van look. A host of body coloured appointments and 17 inch silver alloy wheels add to the style.

I just spent a week in the long wheel base Premium version, and I have to say I’m pretty impressed.

Its actually quite stylish, especially in the dark grey colour we had. With a bold grill and clever design it manages to avoid the slab sided van look. A host of body coloured appointments and 17 inch silver alloy wheels add to the style.

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Expert Premium is powered by a 2.0L 4 Cyl turbo diesel engine with 110kW and 370Nm driving the front wheels through an 8 speed AT.

However figures don’t always tell the full story. I loaded nearly 900kg into the van and the willing engine hardly noticed it. Payload is around 1300kg with a 2100kg tow capacity.

On the freeway it cruised along with ease and around town it was willing and zippy.

The Expert Premium has class leading ride and handling with on road dynamics more like a SUV than a delivery van. A load helps that as well, softening the rear suspension bounce when empty.

Inside its comfortable, and while I could do with a little more leg room its relaxing to drive. I found the window sill the perfect size and height for an elbow rest. The central screen is a touch small but does have smart phone connectivity.

Peugeot Expert Premium LWB is priced from $53,265 plus the usual costs.

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What is good?

What is not so good?

  • Engine/transmission
  • Large practical load area
  • Good safety equipment
  • No wireless Apple CarPlay or Android
  • Would like a little more leg room
  • Small central screen

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Model   

Peugeot Expert Premium  

Model Price $53,265 MLP*
Engine 2.0L 4 Cyl TD Euro 5
Drivetrain FWD 8 Sp AT
Power 110kW @ 4,000rpm
Torque 370Nm @ 2,000rpm
Safety TBC
CO2 Emissions 165 g/km
Economy ADR/ Capacity 6.3L/100km / 7.1L/100K on test / 70L
0-100kmh/Top Speed N/A
Servicing 12 Mths / 20,000km Fixed price service
Warranty 5yr/ 200,000 km with 5 Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Overall Rating    

86/100

Behind the Wheel 8
Comfort 8
Equipment 8
Performance 9
Ride and Handling 9
Practicality 10
Fit for Purpose 10
Style / appeal 8
Technology / connectivity 8
Value for Money 8

Expert Premium Dimensions

 
Overall Length / Wheelbase 5309mm / 3275mm
Width / Height 1920mm / 1948mm
Unladen ground clearance / wading depth Up to 188mm / N/A
Fuel Tank  / Turning Circle 70 Litres / 12.4mts KTK
Boot space / side door width 6,100L / 835mm
Load Length/width/height 2780 / 1628 / 1397mm
Kerb Weight /  GVM / GCM / Payload 1698kg / 310kg / 4900kg / 1357kg
Max Roof Load: 170kg
Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating 1800kg / 100kg

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Peugeot Expert 2022 update details

The MY22 Expert family sees significant changes with a revised range making each variant a distinct value proposition.

Both Short and Long variants, at 4.95m and 5.30m overall length respectively, are designed for the core of the light-commercial-vehicle market while the 1.94m roof height guarantees Expert access to all car parks.

Model Walk

Expert City Short

The range starts with the City Short variant, an economical, no-frills alternative to other entry level, mid-size vans. Aimed mainly at owner-drivers and small to medium businesses, it packs a powerful punch with its economical Euro5-compliant 2.0 litre, four-cylinder turbo diesel delivering 110kW of power and 370Nm of torque, all delivered through a six-speed manual transmission.

Expert Pro Long

Using the same engine and transmission as City Short, new Expert Pro Long is the next step up, providing more space to increase owner-driver and owner-operator appeal and make it ideal for couriers and regional buyers who need a larger van but don’t need automatic transmission.

Pro will suit anyone looking for a highly functional ‘fit for purpose’ van offering strong levels of safety. Aimed at both fleet buyers and tool-of-trade owner-drivers (mostly in the building trades), it will be available in Short and Long variants with the hydraulic eight-speed automatic and new Long with six-speed manual transmission.

Practical features include dual side sliding doors, glazed 180-degree swinging rear doors, three front seats and up to 1.4-tonnes cargo capacity. The Expert Pro safety features extend to Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision and Blindspot Warning, reversing camera and rear parking sensors.

Expert Premium

As you might expect, Expert Premium is designed to appeal to owner-drivers looking for a dual-purpose vehicle, or tool-of-trade buyers who want a more car-like van, a dual-purpose carryall blending workhorse practicality with levels of style and comfort not usually found in a working class van.

This van brings a new level of style to the segment by adding 17-inch diameter silver alloy wheels, body-coloured front and rear bumpers, side mirrors, door handles, side mouldings and sliding door rails, LED daytime running lamps, front fog lamps and, inside, the ‘Moduwork’ mobile office pack that includes a generous under-seat storage space and glazed cabin divider.

Expert Sport LE

Expert Sport LE is a limited edition that stands as a perfect and practical alternative to a dual-cab utility vehicle. Not only does it have more space with greater security, but it is also cheaper to buy and run.

Built using the Short body, it stands apart visually courtesy of its unique ‘Sport’ decals, black 17-inch alloy wheels and Xenon headlamps while driving appeal is heightened by a head-up display, automatic air-conditioning, front parking sensors, keyless entry and push-button start.

A high output, Euro6-compliant version of the 2.0 litre turbo diesel delivers 130kW and 400Nm, sent to the road through the smooth and responsive eight-speed automatic which, for this particular model, features a steering column-mounted paddle shift for snap gear changes.

Expert key product features

CITY

PRO

Expert Premium (Optional on PRO variants with automatic transmission)

SPORT LE

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