The latest Peugeot 308 is a far cry from the mediocre mid-size models the brand was making a decade ago. It's a classy and capable family hatch, with handsome styling and a well-finished interior. Updates for 2017 brought in fresh looks and safety tech, as well as a new diesel engine and auto gearbox. Allure offers plenty of equipment for a relatively reasonable outlay. However, some rivals still offer better value, while so-so residuals and a clunky infotainment system count against it. Taller people may find the driving position difficult to get along with, too. The 308 is relaxing and feels agile to drive, whie its pleasant ride quality and fluid handling inspire confidence.
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Nearly every engine is excellent, too, with the latest Peugeot PureTech petrol turbos being right on the pace of the traditionally fine BlueHDi diesels. For the first time, a petrol engine may be the better choice for many private buyers.
Passenger space isn’t as good as some rivals in the rear, as Peugeot has given the 308 a bigger boot than most of its rivals. Equipment is generous, and as of 2017 even the base model features sat-nav.
Top models boast standard kit normally associated with premium cars, such as massage seats. Overall, the Peugeot 308 is a top-notch family hatchback that should certainly be on your shortlist, alongside class favourites such as the and. Just make sure that the rear seats are big enough for you and that you can get on with the driving position before you sign on the dotted line. The 308 is the latest compact hatchback for the French firm, and it follows in the footsteps of Peugeot's 306 and 307 models. This second-generation 308 marks a new era for Peugeot hatchbacks, because it has eradicated the memory of a series of underwhelming and bloated family cars, and added a new level of perceived quality. The 308 Mk2 was introduced in 2013 (and then lightly tweaked in 2017) with a far more stylish exterior look. It ditched the tall, awkward shape and gaping grille of the last 308 in favour of a sleek, modern design with a sporty edge. Inside, the 308 has a classy, minimalist look that has ditched most of the buttons and switches in favour of a touchscreen system that controls all of the major functions.
Under the skin the 308 uses PSA Peugeot-Citroen's new EMP2 platform, which is used on a number of new models, including the people carrier. The second generation 308 is up to 140kg lighter than its predecessor, which ensures strong performance and exceptional fuel economy – further helped by Peugeot’s advanced PureTech petrol and BlueHDi diesel engines. Image 2 of 17 There are four trims in the 308 line-up. It kicks off with the basic Active and Allure, and moves up to GT Line and GT. On top of that, there's the hot hatchback, which is a worthy wearer of the famous GTi badge. The basic Access model was ditched in 2017, but all other cars come pretty well equipped.
Top-spec GT Line cars are very well appointed. The entry-level 1.2 PureTech 82 (81bhp) three-cylinder was dropped in 2017 when the car underwent a light facelift, meaning petrol options start with the e-THP turbo version of the same engine in 110 (108bhp) or 130 (128bhp) guises. There's also a 1.6 THP turbo petrol, which comes in 202bhp guise in the 308 GT, and 266bhp in the GTi. The diesel range features a 1.6 BlueHDi in 100 (98bhp) and 120 (118bhp) guises, while the newer 1.5 130 gets 128bhp.
The high-power 2.0 BlueHDi diesel comes in 150 (148bhp) and 180 (178bhp) versions in the GT Line and GT models only. If you want more carrying space, the is the estate version of the 308 hatch, while the 3008 SUV offers some crossover style, too. While there was a folding hard top convertible as part of the first-generation 308 line-up, Peugeot has no plans to introduce a Mk2 version.
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The 308 won the 2014 European Car of the Year title, which proves there's real substance to Peugeot's hatch, and it's a rival to the big players in the family hatchback market such as the, and, as well as the, and a raft of. The latest 308 has a strong balance of ride and handling. As indicated by the classy looks and interior, the focus of the mainstream models is on good long-distance cruising comfort: low noise levels, a supple ride and good stability make the Peugeot a fuss-free choice in everyday use. There are no changes to this for the 2017 update. It’s not soft or soggy, though.
The car is much sharper to drive than older 308s, with decent turn-in and fair agility in corners. Over-assisted, artificial-feeling steering does cloak some of this, but it’s still an enjoyable car that doesn’t roll or wallow over twisting roads.
It can get caught out by mid-corner bumps, however, particularly on cars with the largest wheel size. Image 3 of 17 In mid-spec Allure trim, the 308 serves up assured and agile handling. The quick steering and small wheel deliver sharp turn-in, while once settled into a corner, the Peugeot provides strong grip and good body control. It’s not as engaging as an Astra or as comfortable as the new Renault Megane, but it offers a decent ride and handling balance. However, while the 308’s suspension does a decent job of soaking up bumps, there’s more wind and road noise than you’ll find in newer rivals. GT models are firmer (their suspension is up to 10mm lower than on the equivalent GT Line version), but they remain comfortable, and the GT’s larger 18-inch alloys can give a more uncomfortable ride than models on smaller rims. The extra grip of this version is welcome though, and it’s a convincing warm hatch. Stepping things up again is the, with a very focused chassis that proves Peugeot still knows what it takes to make a great hot hatch.
Engines Peugeot offers a choice of four petrol engines and five diesels in the 308. Historically, diesel engines have been quite popular, and despite favour swinging towards petrol, Peugeot isn't ready to ditch the black stuff entirely. To reflect this, a cleaner 1.5-litre diesel engine arrived in 2017. Longer-term it will replace the two 1.6 HDi units, though no date has been given for the switchover. The 1.6 BlueHDi four-cylinder comes in either 99bhp or 118bhp guise: on the core 308 Active model, the price difference between the two is around £1,000. The BlueHDi 100 feels like an entry-level engine in terms of performance, too. It claims 0-62mph in 11.3 seconds and a top speed of 116mph.
Peak torque of 254Nm comes in early at 1,750rpm, but it isn’t the most muscular engine. It also only has a five-speed gearbox.
The 1.6 BlueHDi 120 has a six-speed gearbox and the enhanced performance to back it up: 0-62mph takes 9.7 seconds and top speed is 122mph. It’s also more torquey, delivering 300Nm at 1,750rpm, plus its peak power comes in 250rpm earlier than with the BlueHDi 100, at an accessible 3,500rpm.
This makes it a better, well rounded engine, although both are smooth and impressively refined. Image 6 of 17 Peugeot also offers the 1.6 BlueHDi 120 with its six-speed Efficient Automatic Transmission, or EAT6. This is a generally smooth and slick-shifting automatic gearbox (it’s much smoother than Peugeot’s earlier automated manual gearboxes), with steering wheel shift paddles. It adds around £1,000 to the price.
Surprisingly, it also makes the diesel marginally faster from 0-62mph than the manual, cutting its time by two-tenths to 9.5 seconds. The new 1.5 feels largely similar to the outgoing 1.6. With 128bhp its slightly more powerful than higher-spec 1.6, although the performance difference is unlikely to be noticeable. It's slightly more refined, though.
The main advantage is that it uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to reduce harmful local emissions. The 2.0-litre engine, offered in 148bhp BlueHDi 150 and 178bhp BlueHDi 180 guise, is a little less refined, but its stronger performance makes this easy to forgive.
The 148bhp version claims 0-62mph in 8.9 seconds and a 132mph top speed. It also produces a much meatier 370Nm of torque at 2,000rpm, making this version a good choice if you regularly travel with passengers or want effortless performance on tap. Peugeot's BlueHDi 150 is offered with the EAT6 automatic gearbox alongside the regular six-speed manual. The auto works well with the torquey diesel engine and, again, helps to cut its 0-62mph time, to 8.6 seconds. The BlueHDi 180 is only available with the new EAT8 box. This engine produces its 178bhp a little earlier, although it only has 30Nm more torque. For this reason, acceleration isn’t significantly better – 0-62mph takes 8.2 seconds – but the extra top-end power shows through in the higher 140mph top speed; the BlueHDi 150 tops out at 132mph.
The six petrol engine choices are focused around two core units, the 1.2 PureTech and 1.6 PureTech. The 1.2-litre engine is a three-cylinder unit, and was previously available in non-turbo 81bhp guise. This was dropped in 2017, however, meaniing the range now kicks off with a 108bhp turbo PureTech 110. This sits below the 128bhp PureTech 130 motor.
The 108bhp PureTech 110 turbo is far superior: 0-62mph takes 11.1 seconds, it has a 10mph higher top speed of 117mph and offers almost twice the torque, at 205Nm, delivered at just 1,500rpm. The 1.2-litre engine is virtually inaudible at idle and remains muted when extended, but there is a distant offbeat growl as the rev counter hits the red line. Image 8 of 17 The PureTech 130 lifts things further, with 0-62mph taking 9.6 seconds, a top speed of 129mph and torque swelling to 230Nm. It also has a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, or the optional EAT6.
All PureTech engines have a pleasant throbbing engine note and the torque of the turbo makes them easy to drive and impressively refined. They’re very grown-up, appealing engines.
The sporty-feeling 1.6-litre PureTech comes with either 202bhp, 248bhp or 267bhp, all delivered at an identical (and revvy) 6,000rpm. Even the PureTech 205 does 0-62mph in 7.5 seconds – a significant performance step up over other 308 engines. The GTi PureTech 250 does it in 6.2 seconds and the GTi PureTech 270 in just 6.0 seconds, with both hitting a 155mph top speed. A healthy torque output of between 285Nm and 330Nm from less than 2,000rpm proves that this motor is as flexible as it is powerful – again, it’s ultra-smooth and appealing to use, too. Curiously, the 1.6-litre PureTech can't be had with the EAT6 automatic gearbox: all versions are hooked up to a six-speed manual. We think the auto box would suit it well. Excellent fuel economy makes the Peugeot 308 one of the stars of the family hatchback market.
Again, the diesel versions stand out most, particularly the BlueHDi 120 – in its most fuel efficient guise, it claims an official figure of 91.1mpg. Even the Allure model, with its larger 16-inch alloys, averages 88.3mpg according to Peugeot, pushing CO2 emissions up from 82g/km to just 84g/km. Indeed, the manual version of the BlueHDi 120 is more fuel efficient than the automatic alternative, which claims 80.7mpg, and the lower-power BlueHDi 100, with its 78.5mpg official returns. Both are still competitive, though, and again emit less than 100g/km of CO2, for free road tax. Impressively, 1.6-litre BlueHDi 308s with larger 17-inch and 18-inch alloys also get under the magic 100g/km CO2 emissions mark. The new 1.5 BlueHDi 130 uses Selective Catalytic Reduction with urea treatment to help reduce harmful NOx and particulate emissions.
It's really good on fuel, too, with the entry-level Active model returning 80.7mpg emitting 93g/km of CO2. The Allure model with its bigger wheels will do 76.3mpg. There is no automatic option, yet. Image 13 of 17 There’s a 2.0-litre BlueHDi 150 model, too: with the manual gearbox, it claims a superb 72.4mpg, plus it promises 0-62mph in 8.9 seconds.
The automatic will do 68.9mpg - but both version emit just over 100g/km of CO2. The petrol engines are pretty impressive, too. The (now defunct) non-turbo 1.2-litre PureTech 82 is perhaps the exception – this has official economy of only 56.5mpg – but adding a turbo sees the PureTech 110 rocket up to 70.6mpg.
This petrol engine has low CO2 emissions as well; its 95g/km output means exemption from road tax. The swifter PureTech 130 claims 62.8mpg. Even high-performance 1.6-litre PureTech versions of the 308 deliver strong efficiency.
The 202bhp model averages 50.4mpg and emits a fleet-friendly 130g/km of CO2, while the 267bhp engine in the GTi claims a highly impressive 47.1mpg and 139g/km emissions. Insurance groups There’s a broad line-up of 308 models, and a wide range of insurance groups as a result. They start at group 14 for the entry-level PureTech 110 in Active trim. PureTech 130 versions start at insurance group 17.
For petrol engines, there’s then a big jump to the 1.6-litre PureTech, reflecting its much stronger performance. The PureTech 205 is in group 28 and the GTi models both sit in group 36. Diesel versions will have steeper premiums than their petrol equivalents, perhaps because insurers feel their higher-mileage drivers pose a greater risk. Free standing gas fireplace.
The BlueHDi 100 kicks things off in group 18, with the high-powered BlueHDi 120 starting at group 21. The 2.0-litre BlueHDi 150 starts at group 27, with the BlueHDi 180 EAT8 GT weighing in at group 30, which is high for a diesel. Depreciation Unlike some older Peugeots, the 308 holds on to its value reasonably well, although some hatchback rivals are better in this regard.
On average, it retains around 39 per cent of its new list price after three years, and there’s not much difference between petrol and diesel variants, which reflects the enhanced appeal of the PureTech engines over earlier, older versions. Viewed alongside some of its rivals, the 308’s smart yet subtle styling appears a little low key. But Peugeot’s designers have paid particular attention to the details, with some neat touches dotted all around the car giving it an upmarket air.
Gently flared side skirts and the ‘lion’s claw’ tail-lamps that reference the brand’s badge all sharpen up the standard 308’s flowing front end and squared-off tail. The classy look is reinforced on Allure models and above with eye-catching 17-inch alloys. For 2017, Peugeot revised the front-end shape with a new, more prominent central grille, reprofiled headlights and tweaked bumpers. It's all designed to bring the 308 into line with the carmaker's SUV range, but doesn't alter the look dramatically. From the outside, the 308 seems restrained rather than racy, and that theme continues inside, where the focus is on build quality and comfort.
Peugeot has given the 308 a high-quality interior that’s modern and stylish in design. It’s more modern and contemporary than the slightly traditional layout of a Volkswagen Golf, while the premium materials, fit and finish seem right up there with the German hatchback. It’s a good achievement by Peugeot - although almost nothing has changed for 2017. The dashboard has a couple of real highlights. The 9.7-inch touchscreen controls the navigation, radio and air-con, so there are very few buttons on the car’s centre console, giving the interior a sleek look. The instruments are novel, too, with the rev counter operating in a ‘reverse’ direction to the speedo. This is odd at first, but it’s a cool touch once you’re familiar with it.
It's part of Peugeot’s unusual i-Cockpit design. Along with the central touchscreen, i-Cockpit includes a smaller-diameter steering wheel and high-set dials that, Peugeot says, mean you don’t have to take your eyes off the road for too long. Stronghold torrent pirate bays. Trouble is, the low steering wheel and high seating position feel strange when you initially climb aboard.
Image 4 of 17 In the centre of the soft-touch dash are some beautiful details, such as the sleek centre console surround and fancy air vents – but there are very few buttons. Everything, including the heater and stereo controls, has been centralised in the high-resolution touchscreen in the middle. Once again, it’s something you have to ‘learn’: pressing two or three buttons just to change the heater temperature is fiddly at first. The system does work smoothly enough, though, and is nicely presented.
It gives the 308 a hi-tech feel. All versions of the 308 are well equipped. The (now defunct) Access featured DAB, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, air-con, cruise control and LED daytime running lights.
Active is now the entry-level model and ups the equipment count with climate control, rear parking sensors, automatic headlights and wipers, plus 16-inch alloy wheels and sat-nav. Allure adds full LED headlights, front parking sensors, power-fold door mirrors, a space-saving electric parking brake and 17-inch alloys. The sporty-looking GT Line includes visual extras, such as 18-inch alloys, dark-tint windows, twin exhaust trim and aluminium detailing inside. The GT goes further: it’s lowered, and the front foglights are replaced by cooling air intakes. Plus, inside there’s a Driver Sport Pack – press its sport button and the steering is heavier, the throttle sharper and the dials turn from white to red.
It also has a Driver Assistance Pack with autonomous emergency braking and radar cruise control. As for GTi models, they include all the high-performance extras you’d expect of a modern hot hatch. Sat-nav, stereo and infotainment A key selling point of the 308 is the fact that sat-nav is now standard on every model in the range.
Peugeot even includes five years’ mapping updates with the 9.7-inch touchscreen system. For 2017, the sat-nav graphics have been updated for a clearer look, while Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity now features. The screen is no easier to use, however, feeling unresponsive and tricky to navigate. The latest 308 is more practical than earlier models.
The new platform gives a better driving position and more flexibility, although the back seats could still be roomier. Peugeot seems to have traded rear passenger space for boot capacity: if you want a better all-rounder for passengers and luggage, try the estate, which has a longer wheelbase. Owners were a bit lukewarm on the 308’s seat comfort when responding to the Auto Express Driver Power 2016 satisfaction survey. They told us it’s merely adequate, ranking the car 93rd out of 150. Still, the seats themselves are nicely finished, while low engine noise ensures impressive refinement on the move, adding to the classy, premium feel inside the car. Size It doesn’t look it, but the Peugeot 308 is a little bit shorter and narrower than the class norm. Magic iso maker portable download free.
It’s 105mm shorter and 19mm narrower than a Ford Focus, and is a touch lower as well. This perhaps explains why interior space isn’t quite as good as it could be, particularly in the rear. Compared to the 4,465mm long Mazda 3, the 308 looks a bit short, at 4,253mm. It’s significant that the 308 SW estate has around 110mm added to the length of its wheelbase. The 308 is a light car, though, with the 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Active model weighing in at just 1,205kg. A few years ago, this is the kind of figure we would have associated with a supermini, and shows the lightweight efficiencies of the new PSA Peugeot-Citroen EMP2 platform that the 308 uses.
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The styling does make it hard to take full advantage of the car’s slightly more compact size, though: the back window is narrow and the C-pillars thick, and both compromise rear visibility. Image 11 of 17 Leg room, head room & passenger space The Peugeot is rather disappointing for passengers in the rear, as a result of its short length and focus on maximising boot space. The rear doors are big enough, but there could be more space between the front and rear seats; climbing aboard can be a bit tricky.
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Foot space isn’t great, either, and the low-set rear bench only adds to the tight feel inside. Getting out can be a struggle, too, particularly if you have bigger feet, and this is one of the few family cars in which adults in the rear may be asking those in the front to slide their seats forward. At least headroom isn’t bad – unless you choose the panoramic roof, that is.
That's worth noting if you’re looking at Active models and above, as it’s a temptingly priced £500 option. Boot On paper, the 308 has a very spacious boot, offering 470 litres with the seats up and 1,185 litres once they’re folded.
But this is a little misleading, as the shape of the boot doesn’t quite allow owners to make full use of the space. This isn’t the estate-rivalling luggage bay the figures suggest. The 308 does offer extra hidden space below the load area, which is handy, but it’s a pity this versatility hasn’t been extended to the interior. The glovebox is tiny and the armrest cubbyhole, normally a useful stowage space, is also cramped. Our Driver Power satisfaction survey suggests that the latest 308 is a reliable car. It placed 19th in our 2017 survey of the top 75 cars to own.
It gained strong score for ride and handling, ans well as fuel economy and running costs. The only poor rating was for infotainment, connectivity and electrics. Even though the car was crash tested in 2013, when Euro NCAP’s assessments were tougher than in previous years, it was still awarded a full five-star safety score. Adult protection was rated at 92 per cent, and child protection at 79 per cent. Pedestrian protection was 64 per cent, but testers rated the safety assist systems more highly, and awarded a score of 81 per cent. Image 12 of 17 The 2017 facelift brought along additional safety kit, albeit with most of it ending up on the options list.
Every car gets a speed limiter, while most models also get cruise control. High-end cars get an adaptive system, which for 2017 can now operate in slow-speed or stationary traffic.
A more advanced autonomous braking system now operates up to 87mph, and traffic sign recognition can also be specced. Peugeot’s full LED headlights, standard on high-spec models, deserve praise for their superb night-time visibility, too. Warranty A three-year warranty comes as standard with all 308 models. This consists of a two-year/unlimited-mileage Peugeot package, and an additional year’s cover provided by Peugeot’s UK dealer network. That's because the third year is administered by an insurer, rather than Peugeot itself: terms and conditions vary a little, but the warranties are generally identical – albeit limited to 60,000 miles in the third year. Servicing Peugeot offers long service intervals for the 308, but they are dependent on the engine you choose, so take note. The 1.2-litre petrol and 1.6-litre diesel models need maintenance every year or 16,000 miles, while it’s every 20,000 miles for the 1.6-litre petrol and 2.0-litre diesel.
A general rule of thumb is that the bigger the engine in the diesel and petrol range, the longer the intervals – and this has been done at least in part with high-mileage company car drivers in mind.
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