407 Prelude

The Peugeot 407 Elixir concept unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show is a version of the 407 coming next year.

The concept combines dynamism and elegance, with its long front overhang and a “generous” rear end, says Frederic Saint-Geours, PSA Peugeot Citroen executive vice-president-Peugeot brand.

The 407 Elixir is presented as a coupe whose high back end allows rear seat passengers some head room. Enormous rear lighting on the concept, which uses elecroluminescent diodes, is an innovation unlikely to be found on the production version. And the Elixir's 21-in. wheels also are likely to be toned down for the 407.

The interior layout, with a button-happy center console for climate control and infotainment, likely reflects the 407's final shape. The concept uses light leather and brushed aluminum for interior materials.