The French are better known for their fashion, food and fine wines, rather than their big cars, writes Geraldine Herbert What is it?  The RXH is the bells-and-whistles version of Peugeot’s big family car. When it first when on sale, it was a diesel electric hybrid with a 4WD system, but the technology proved expensive and cumbersome and sales were poor. Instead, you now get a luxury specced 508 estate, with chunky body styling and a raised height. Who is it aimed at? If you are looking for a smart and stylish car that can cater for an active family, then Peugeot reckons the 508 RXH may just be the car for you Styling? he RXH’s exterior, with handsome lines, is a blend of sleek yet rugged styling, with the streamlined body and roof rails giving this car real kerb appeal. It is distinguished by its grille and forward-facing badging, wheel arch and sill extensions, aluminium front and rear bumper scuff plates and a raised suspension setting. Under the Bonnet? the RXH offers just one engine, a very efficient Euro 6 2.0 BlueHDi diesel with 180bhp and 400Nms of torque. A Stop Start power unit matched to a six-speed automatic gearbox emits just 119g CO2, making it €200 for annual road tax (Band A4) and combined consumption is recorded at 4.6 litres/100km or 61.4mpg. What about inside? Inside, it’s the most luxurious in the range and demonstrates Peugeot’s move upmarket. Plush, heated leather seats keep everyone happy on a long drive and standard items include a 7ins multi-function touch screen; satellite navigation; blind spot monitoring system; LED daytime running lights; cruise control; speed limiter; colour heads-up display; and front and rear parking aid with colour reverse camera. There is a huge panoramic glass roof to ensure a light, airy feeling inside and excellent visibility. Practicality and style are the hallmarks of Peugeot’s 508 RXH, with a generously sized boot that can accommodate 512 litres. There is ample rear seat legroom to meet most people’s needs and a decent level of storage options. On the Road? All 508s manage to offer a nice fusion of good comfort and an involving drive and the RXH is no different; it is beautifully smooth and ideal for long journeys. You wouldn’t call it agile on winding county lanes, but it is by no...