Peugeot Partner Pro Skill, the van that thinks it's an SUV and wants to conquer adventurous professionals
The imagination of manufacturers to take sales away from competitors knows no bounds, we know that. Now, Peugeot is determined to apply the crossover phenomenon to commercial vehicles because professionals also have the right to show off. The new Partner Pro Skill is ready for that and more.
Competitiveness in all categories of the automotive and commercial vehicle market is rising higher and higher. Manufacturers need to squeeze their imagination, and that of their product department heads, to find formulas that increase the appeal of certain models. The "anything goes" mentality is a constant that has no turning back.
A game that can become a new niche in the market, hence complementing the crossover style in commercial vehicles aimed at professionals. Brands are convinced that the classic image of vans has become history and can now bet on other styles, like the recently launched Citroën Berlingo. The equivalent within Stellantis is already a reality and is called Peugeot Partner Pro Skill.
The Peugeot Partner Pro Skill bets on the off-road look
The folks at Peugeot have decided to expand their range of light commercial vehicles with the new special edition Partner Pro Skill, featuring a more distinguished look thanks to the glossy black painted roof bars and decorative stickers showcasing the head of the Lion, symbol of the French manufacturer, on the rear side panel.
Of course, the standard equipment of this Peugeot Partner Pro Skill is also enhanced compared to the base model, including significant new features such as the following:
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Driver's seat with comfort adjustment in six positions
- Heated steering wheel with leather effect
- Three storage compartments (two with locks)
- Rubber floor
- Raised suspension by 30 millimeters
- Underbody protection
- Intelligent traction system "Grip Control"
- Hill descent assist
- Fog lights
- All-weather tires
- Infotainment package
- 10-inch HD color display
- Connected TomTom navigation services
- DAB radio
- Two USB-C ports
- Blind spot assist
- Parking assist with rearview camera
- Parking sensors
- Rain and light sensors
- Camera under the passenger's exterior rearview mirror
- Heated and electrically adjustable side mirrors
Three versions of the Peugeot Partner, half professional, half leisure
The Peugeot Partner Pro Skill is offered in white, silver, or blue, and is equipped with a three-seat cabin, featuring a two-seat bench for the central and passenger seats. The cabin is separated from the cargo area, although this bench can be folded down and converted into a table or enlarge the cargo space through a hatch. For example, to transport objects up to 3.3 meters long.
The Peugeot Partner Pro Skill, based on the M model, with a length of 4.40 meters, features a total traction system developed by German specialists Dangel, which consists of an electric motor on the rear axle.
A novelty that is available with a 1.5-liter diesel engine BlueHDi with 102 HP with a six-speed manual transmission, the 130 HP with an eight-speed automatic transmission, or with the 136 HP electric version. Sales of this new version have already started in Germany, with expectations for it to reach other markets, such as Spain, in the coming weeks.
