PAN Launches Peugeot 3008 SUV into Nigeria’s Auto Market
There was palpable feeling of excitement as Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (PAN) launched the Peugeot 3008 into the nation’s auto market. The well-attended launch, which took place at an event centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, was witnessed by, among other dignitaries, a former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Femi Pedro, the Chairman of the Board of PAN, Alhaji Munir J’aafar, who said the new SUV was being launched to meet the desire of car enthusiasts. Also at the event were, CEO, Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Abdulrazak Balogun; Retail Affiliations Manager, Total Nigeria Plc, ltoro Ema, whose company was announced as the first corporate body to buy the vehicle.
Presenting the new Peugeot 3008, the Chief Executive Officer of PAN, Ibrahim Boyi said it has won 35 global awards so far. For instance, it was named 2017 Car of the Year, and, according to the auto company, “the Peugeot 3008 SUV unveils its strength and character. Featuring a sleek design, this distinct SUV combines robustness with elegance.”
Since its launch, the Peugeot 3008 SUV has won more than 30 international awards, including the prestigious European Car of the Year Award 2017.
In the UK alone, it has won an impressive array of automotive accolades, including those for Auto Express magazine and, most recently, Best SUV 2018 in the Carbuyer Car of the Year awards. The 3008 SUV has impressed many awards panels around the world thanks to its dynamic qualities, stylish exterior, equipment, interior design and its innovative PEUGEOT i-Cockpit.
To allow buyers to express themselves, they could choose from one of two distinctive front end designs: A radiator grille with chrome facets, surrounded by sharp and bright halogen headlights .