Will Peugeot’s New 308 Get Sluggish Sales Moving?
Can Peugeot tempt buyers away from SUV-loving buyers who seem to prefer Korean and Japanese cars? Will Peugeot Citroen even be here in 12 months’ time?
Can Peugeot tempt buyers away from SUV-loving buyers who seem to prefer Korean and Japanese cars? Will Peugeot Citroen even be here in 12 months’ time?
Small station wagons are quickly disappearing, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't consider the Peugeot 308. One of the impressive new breed of cars/SUVs from Peugeot/Citroen, the 308 is a nicely sized and enjoyable vehicle to drive. Available in just the one model grade, Allure, the Peugeot 308 Wagon features a whole stack of standard gear too, and is [...]
Above left: tiny single cup holder behind gear stick, Right: dials read opposite directions What a peach. When I drove the 308 GTI 270 (henceforth known as the GTI or I’ll be driven quite mad) on the track, I loved the rocket-like performance. But, the suspension felt quite soft yet firm on the track and I wondered how that [...]
Why didn’t they call it a 309? It is a brand new car after all. Click for larger images: 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 [...]