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Could this be the rear of the year? Exclusive images in this week's mag are the first-ever shots to show Peugeot's baby 107 from behind, and they reveal how the newcomer promises to be one of the most distinctive and innovative vehicles of 2005.

By Craig Cheetham

08th February 2005

Set to be unveiled at next month's Geneva Motor Show, the 107 makes its debut alongside the Citroen C1 and Toyota Aygo. And the mag's images are the most interesting yet, as they clearly illustrate how the new range of city cars has been designed without a conventional rear wing or C-pillar. Instead, there's simply a panel gap where the back door meets the tailgate and light clusters.

Despite the diminutive proportions of the Peugeot and its cousins, this means that practicality is anticipated to be amazing for such a small machine. This is due to offering unrivalled access to the rear compartment compared with traditional three-door rivals.

And each of the new trio is expected to be brilliantly packaged, with class-leading rear legroom. Tall bodywork will allow plenty of headroom inside, while the narrow dimensions will not intrude on interior space. Safety has been a key factor in the development programme, and all models are set to be offered with traction-control systems along with multiple airbags.

The 107 will go on sale in the UK this summer, with prices expected to start from around ΂£5,500. As part of an agreement between the three manufacturers, cost and trim levels for the Citroen C1 and Toyota Aygo will be similar to the Peugeot's.

Two engines will be offered in the 107 at launch: a 74bhp 1.4-litre oil-burner and a 68bhp 1.0-litre petrol unit. The latter will be made by Toyota, while the diesel comes from PSA Peugeot Citroen. UK sales of the vehicles will be limited for the first year, as all three manufacturers expect huge demand to come from Eastern Europe, where the models will be heavily marketed. In 2005, 100,000 of each variant will be built, with an anticipated increase in production of at least 50 per cent for 2006.

For an alternative review of the latest Peugeot 107 visit our sister site carbuyer.co.uk

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