For the 40th anniversary of the award organized by the first in circulation daytime ABC, 43 cars released in Spain the 2011 were examined by a committee consisting of 52 automotive journalists, both by the specialized press and the general interest mass media of the country.
Gathering 186 degrees, the 508 it took first place ahead of the Range Rover Evoque and the Hyundai i40.
Bolstered by the successful launch in Europe in its first half 2011 followed by arrival in the Chinese market in July, the 508 confirms the company's ambitions in one of its traditional categories, that of large touring cars.
In both bodies – sedan and SW – its elegant and timeless style 508, the extensive ecological range of engines, latest generation technologies, the comfort inside the car and the excellent driving skills represent a modern choice that fully meets the demands of the dynamic, responsible and demanding consumers.
The 508 manufactured in France (Rennes: Sedan and SW) and in China (Wuhan: Sedan only). With worldwide sales 123.000 cars it 2011, the 508 achieved its goal for its first year of release. For the 2012, the company has confirmed the sales target 180.000 508 worldwide, of which 30% in China.
The 2012, the 508 in Europe it will be boosted by the launch of the fully hybrid diesel version HYbrid4, which made the world's first presentation with the 3008 HYBRID4. The 508 RXH will be released in the spring, and the sedan will follow 508 Hybrid4.
