Peugeot’s New 308 at a glance

Why didn’t they call it a 309? It is a brand new car after all.

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Figures at a glance:

4 million test kms

116 new patents

140kgs lighter than old model

3 kgs weight saving in new thermoplastic tailgate

4.25m long, 1.46m high, 1.8m wide (excl mirrors), 2.62m wheelbase

Overhangs: 863mm front, 770rear

435L boot (1274 seats down)

31 LED lights

9.7” touch screen

351mm x 329mm “compact” steering wheel

99.9% diesel particulate elimination with FAP

10.4m turning circle

120% more test cycles over prev model

150 hours more braking noise/vibration testing over prev model

400 people worked on the new 308 over 4.5 years

Engines:

96kw-3cyl petrol, 110kw Blue HDi(GT), 110kw e-THP(GT), 133kw Blue HDi(GT), 151kw e-THP(GT)

Written by Alan Zurvas

Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.