- The Peugeot 308 will get a mid-lifecycle replace with sharper styling and key upgrades.
- The hatchback and property (SW) characteristic a redesigned entrance finish with cut up headlights.
- Powertrain choices now embrace diesel, mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electrical variants.
The auto trade could also be swept up in SUV fever, however hatchbacks and estates nonetheless maintain loads of enchantment in Europe. That’s why Peugeot has simply revealed the facelifted 308, providing recent styling updates alongside a wider mixture of powertrain choices.
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The present technology first appeared in 2021, debuting a sharper evolution of Peugeot’s design language. 4 years later, the mid-cycle replace introduces a brand new face that drops the model’s signature “fangs.” Of their place are cut up headlights, with LED claws perched above and the primary beams tucked into black lacquered sections of the reworked bumper.
A Sharper Exterior
Relatively than including a full-width LED strip, Peugeot designers selected a set of luminous strands above the body-colored grille. The bottom Attract comes commonplace with full LEDs, whereas the GT and GT Premium add Matrix LED tech with sequential indicators. One other spotlight is the illuminated emblem which is a primary for Peugeot and can possible be utilized to all future fashions.
In keeping with the corporate, the brand new bumper intakes contribute to higher aerodynamics, guiding the airflow to the wheel arches. The profile is essentially carried-over however beneficial properties recent 17-inch or 18-inch alloy wheels, a brand new Lagoa Blue color for the hatchback and the Ingaro Blue shade for the property. The rear finish additionally stays unchanged however the bumper drops the chrome inserts and the taillights now characteristic the fancier LED claws on all trims (beforehand restricted to the GT).
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Inside Updates
Transferring inside, the 308 doesn’t get the newer digital cockpit of the mechanically-related 3008 and 5008 SUVs, but it surely’s personal model of the i-Cockpit with the 10-inch show nonetheless appears fairly trendy.
Modifications embrace the brand new 3D graphics for the digital instrument cluster, and the Alcantara upholstery on the GT and GT Premium trims. Tools can embrace a 10-speaker Focal Premium Hello-fi System, an eight-color ambient lighting, and massaging seats, whereas the infotainment advantages from over-the-air upgrades.
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Peugeot claims they use 31% recycled and renewable supplies for the development of the facelifted 308, weighing 405 kg (893 kilos) per automobile.
Wagon Practicality
Fortunately for followers of station wagons, the Peugeot 308 SW has survived the facelift, with an extended physique and the additional practicality of a big boot. The mannequin can carry between 598-1,487 litres (21.1-52.5 cubic toes) of bags relying on the seating configuration. It additionally encompasses a 40:20:40 cut up on the rear bench, and an influence tailgate.
Peugeot 308 SW
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The Peugeot 308 rides on the EMP2 platform which is shared with the Opel Astra and Astra Sports activities Tourer, and the not too long ago facelifted DS N°4. Chances are high that the subsequent technology will transfer to the advanced STLA Medium structure which is already utilized in various Stellantis compact SUVs.
Diesel, Delicate-Hybrid, PHEV, And Totally Electrical Choices
Whereas the auto trade is transferring away from diesels, Stellantis has determined to maintain providing the Peugeot 308 with the 1.5-liter BlueHDi four-cylinder turbodiesel. The one non-electrified engine within the lineup produces 129 hp (96 kW / 130 PS) and is solely mated to an eight-speed computerized.
The mannequin can be accessible with a mild-hybrid turbo 1.2-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine which is nice for 143 hp (107 kW / 145 PS). That is made to a six-speed dual-clutch computerized (e-DSC6) with an built-in electrical motor. Peugeot claims that the MHEV can drive as much as 50% of the time in EV mode in city environments.
Transferring additional up the electrification ladder, the 308 Plug-in Hybrid combines a single electrical motor with a turbo 1.6-liter engine producing a mixed 192 hp (143 kW / 195 PS). The setup features a seven-speed e-DCS7 twin clutch computerized and a 17.2 kWh battery pack, permitting a zero-emission vary of 53 miles (85 km).
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Lastly, the totally electrical E-308 has a front-mounted electrical motor producing 154 hp (115 kW / 156 PS), sourcing vitality from a 58.4 kWh battery pack. The WLTP vary is 281 miles (452 km), representing a rise of 23 miles (37 km) in comparison with the pre-facelifted model, achieved because of enhancements in battery and powertrain effectivity. When linked to an 100 kW DC charger, the EV can cost from 20-80% in 32 minutes. Moreover, it’s appropriate with V2L operate utilizing an non-compulsory adapter.
The corporate didn’t point out something a couple of potential performance-focused model that might sign the return of the GTI badge in a compact scorching hatch. Be aware that Peugeot has not too long ago launched the totally electrical E-208 GTI, after saying that the PSE (Peugeot Sport Engineered) badge gained’t reside previous the present 508.
Availability And Rivals
The facelifted lineup of the Peugeot 308 will likely be accessible in Europe and the UK beginning this autumn. Costs are anticipated to be introduced at a later date. The mannequin will nonetheless be manufactured on the Mulhouse plant in France.
Rivals of the Peugeot 308 embrace the likes of the VW Golf, Opel Astra, Toyota Corolla, and Honda Civic, because the Ford Focus has been discontinued. Extra premium choices within the compact hatchback phase embrace the DS N°4, Audi A3, BMW 1-Collection, and Mercedes A-Class.
