Peugeot 407 SW

Peugeot 407 SW

An extension of the earlier saloon 407, the Peugeot 407 SW is a beautifully presented 7-seater, which keeps the sleek front and large grille that defined this range, while adding plenty of interior space to the rear, achieved by stretching the length of the car by just 87mm.

Peugeot 407 SW - Second Hand Seven Seater

Peugeot 407 SW – Purchase Price

Amazingly one of these can be picked up for less than £1,000. Average prices vary between £5,000 and £10,000 whilst new top of the range models can cost up to £15,000.

There are plenty of good things to say about this vehicle. In terms of safety; it ranks among the best in its class, with a five-star rating in the EuroNCAP tests thanks to a host of airbags throughout and electronic stability program. All of this comes as standard and, indeed, on the latest available model, Peugeot have been extremely generous with the standard features. Included are electric windows throughout, climate control, ultrasonic alarms and remote central locking.

In terms of engine options, there is a 1.6-litre, 2-litre and 2.2-litre diesel, the latter generating 168 break horsepower at 45.5 miles per gallon. This is only slightly inferior to the 2-litre option, which does a very respectable 47 mpg.

On the downside, the rear space does not come close to the Ford Mondeo, which manages to pack in more than 350 litres in addition cargo. Still, for those more worried about passengers, this is a nicely compact 7-seater that offers comfort all the way back to the third row of seats. Having ceased production in 2010 and brought out the 508 last year as a replacement, the Peugeot 407 SW is no longer available new, but the later models offer outstanding value for money second-hand.

Is 407 SW still a 7 Seater

Query:I’m trying to find out if the Peugeot 407 SW can also come as a 7 Seater. From what I’ve learnt today it seems that you can purchase and extra two seats for the boot? I’ll be back with the answer when I find out from Peugeot.

Peugeot replied to me this morning.  I’m very impressed with their quick response:

Answer: The 407 SW isn’t available with 7 seats, it has a maximum of 5 seats. All is not lost however! If you’re after a 7 seater car we offer a couple of options.

The 308 SW has the option of adding a third row of seats so you can seat 7 people. Alternatively the 5008, which was voted What Car Magazine’s MPV of the year for 2010, has 7 seats as standard.

I will up date the 308 SW main page with the price of the additional 2 seats.  The extra two seats cost £510 including VAT as at April 2010.