With a 2.1 litre Turbo Diesel engine made by Peugeot, this engine was claimed to be quieter, more fuel efficient and had more torque.

The suspension, the brakes system and interior (mainly dashboard) were redesigned.

The Alter 2000 was only available with a 2.1 Litre, indirect injection, 12-valve, turbo-diesel engine which delivers 110 PS (81 kW).

This engine also featured in the Peugeot 406, 605, and in the Citroën XM.

As optional equipment, the Alter 2000 had available air conditioning, leather seats, GPS Navigation, etc.