5-door Peugeot 208 | Test drive the Peugeot compact car

3 REASONS FOR CHOOSING THE NEW PEUGEOT 208

The new PEUGEOT 208 has a strong personality that shines through in its low, athletic silhouette, its long bonnet,
and its sensual curves. Its sleek, pure lines are underscored by a contrasting Black Diamond roof*,
glossy black wheel arches and window weatherstrips**, and diamond-cut wheel rims with inserts*.

The PEUGEOT 208 offers a high-quality minimalist interior with all features at your fingertips and easier functionality thanks to the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit system.

Comprising a compact steering wheel, a head-up display and a now-capacitive large touch screen, the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit system provides direct sensations for an exciting, instinctive and safe drive.

The optimization of road holding and handling performance, acoustic and thermal comfort as well as weight reduction help to limit CO2 emissions and give you an intense driving experience!
When you have tested the efficiency and flexibility of the new EAT6 6-speed gearbox with steering wheel paddles and impulse electric control, you will have only one desire: to start over! Fast and smooth, its gear changes are easily done thanks to Quickshift technology.

TRIMS

ACTIVE
GT

Main equipments:

Automatic Headlamps
Bluetooth connectivity
Cruise control with speed limiter
iCockpit layout
Mirrorscreen
Rear parking sensors + rear view camera
Leather steering wheel
7″ colour touchscreen
16”alloy wheels
EAT6 six speed automatic gearbox
Electric parking brake

Main equipments:

Panoramic sunroof
Wireless charger
Keyless entry
iCockpit 3D Digital cluster
10″ colour touchscreen
17″ dual tone alloy wheels
Lane Keep assist, Driver attention alert (level 2)
Automatic Emergency Break

EXTERIOR DESIGN

Appeal, distinct style, robustness and perceived quality lie at the very heart of the PEUGEOT 208 identity.

The PEUGEOT 208 city car has a strong personality that is revealed at first glance. Its low silhouette, with a long hood and sensual curves, reveals its seductive sporty spirit. With its bright and original body colors, the 208 really stands out! Its assertive character is underlined by a Black Diamond roof, shiny black wheel arches and window rubbers and diamond-coated rims with inserts

Show your passengers the places you pass through as they have never seen them before thanks to the panoramic sunroof that runs to the rear seats and offers beautiful light and a panoramic view of the sky.

The expressive front of the PEUGEOT 208 sports a large chrome grille, a modern and sharp look with its 3-claw full LED headlamps and permanently-lit LED daytime running lights.
The distinctive-styled rear face, with the glossy black cross-band, is enhanced by 3-claw full LED lights, lit day and night.

INTERIOR DESIGN

The PEUGEOT 208 offers a high-quality minimalist interior with attention to every last detail. Its exclusive ergonomics make it manoeuvrable, instinctive and reassuring.

Inside, discover the new PEUGEOT i-Cockpit® 3D of the latest generation. Experience agile and intuitive driving with the compact steering wheel with integrated controls, the configurable 3D digital handset, the large 10 “HDi touchscreen and the 7 piano keys “Toggles switches”. You personalize your interior atmosphere thanks to the 8-color polyambient lighting for even more modernity.

The large 10 “HD touch screen is controlled by voice recognition, the steering wheel controls or simply with the 7 tactile push buttons. Finally, thanks to the Mirror Screen function, enjoy Apple CarPlayTM, Android Auto or MirrorLink® on board your PEUGEOT 208.

The raised display is designed for ‘head-up display’ with 3D Digital screen in reference to the advanced technology onboarded into the vehicle. Its elegant, low-key design, bright and central screen ensure the accuracy and legibility of driving information, enabling the driver to view essential driving information without taking their eyes off the road.

TECHNOLOGY

With the emphasis very much on driving pleasure, comfort and support, the technological features of the PEUGEOT 208 are designed with efficiency and safety in mind.

Peugeot Drive Assist supports you towards semi-autonomous driving:

Lane Keeping Assists
Speed and safety distance regulation

Your new 208 is equipped with all the parking aids needed, such as rear & front parking sensors as well as rear camera. This will provide you ample help to park the car in any spot

Mirror Screen: your smartphone mirror

With the Mirror Screen function you can enjoy all your compatible Android Auto^TMOnly certified Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink® applications will work when stationary or moving, as the case may be. Some of the functionalities of the applications concerned will be inhibited when moving. Certain types of content that might be accessible free of charge on your smartphone will require a subscription to an equivalent Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink®-certified paid application. The Mirror Screen function is operated using either Android Auto (for Android smartphones), Apple CarPlayTM (for iOS smartphones) or even the MirrorLink® technology (for Android phones that are MirrorLink®-compatible), provided that your phone subscription with your operator includes Internet access. Find out more at http://www.peugeot.fr/marque-et-technologie/technologies/connectivite.html, Apple Carplay^TMOnly certified Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink® applications will work when stationary or moving, as the case may be. Some of the functionalities of the applications concerned will be inhibited when moving. Certain types of content that might be accessible free of charge on your smartphone will require a subscription to an equivalent Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink®-certified paid application. The Mirror Screen function is operated using either Android Auto (for Android smartphones), Apple CarPlayTM (for iOS smartphones) or even the MirrorLink® technology (for Android phones that are MirrorLink®-compatible), provided that your phone subscription with your operator includes Internet access. Find out more at http://www.peugeot.fr/marque-et-technologie/technologies/connectivite.html and MirrorLink^®Only certified Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink® applications will work when stationary or moving, as the case may be. Some of the functionalities of the applications concerned will be inhibited when moving. Certain types of content that might be accessible free of charge on your smartphone will require a subscription to an equivalent Android Auto, Apple CarPlayTM or MirrorLink®-certified paid application. The Mirror Screen function is operated using either Android Auto (for Android smartphones), Apple CarPlayTM (for iOS smartphones) or even the MirrorLink® technology (for Android phones that are MirrorLink®-compatible), provided that your phone subscription with your operator includes Internet access. Find out more at http://www.peugeot.fr/marque-et-technologie/technologies/connectivite.html smartphone applications directly on the PEUGEOT 208’s on-board touch screen.

SECURITY

You, too, can enjoy all of the experience and expertise of the PEUGEOT brand with the PEUGEOT 208 and its various progressive features designed to improve safety.

The Active City Brake Optional from the second trim level. technology (automatic urban braking when there is a risk of collision) helps to prevent accidents and reduce the severity thereof in the event of the driver failing to react in time when driving in urban environments at under 30km/h.

A short-range laser sensor (Lidar) fitted at the top of the windscreen detects obstacles such as vehicles travelling in the same direction and stationary vehicles. If necessary, it can automatically trigger full-power braking in order to avoid a collision or limit the impact thereof by reducing the speed of impact. In some cases the system will even automatically bring the vehicle to a complete stop, thus avoiding a potential collision with the vehicle in front.

ESP
All 208s come with ESP Electronic Stability Programme, which can be deactivated, including ASR Anti-Slip Regulation, DSC Dynamic Stability Control, EBA Emergency Brake Assist and ABS Anti-lock Braking System and EBFD Electronic Brake Force Distribution as standard.

STATIC INTERSECTION LIGHTING
Whether on the dipped beam or main beam setting, when the indicator is activated or the steering wheel reaches a certain angle, this function As standard from the third trim level. enables the beams of the front fog lights to light the inside of the bend when the vehicle is travelling at under 40km/h (urban conditions, winding roads, junctions, parking manoeuvres, etc.).

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

The 1.2L model of the PEUGEOT 208 is fitted with the EAT6 six-speed automatic conversion gearbox, optimising fuel consumption and reinforcing the sensory driving experience. It is also equipped with the Quickshift technology, guaranteeing smooth and rapid gear changes.

Furthermore, its energy efficiency is virtually equivalent to that of a mechanical gearbox due to reduced internal friction and the use of lock-up clutch converters wherever necessary to prevent slippage.

This results in a 5g/km reduction in emissions compared with a manual gearbox with iso tyres, making this model excellent in terms of both experience and fuel consumption.

Showcasing one of the highest output of its segment (130 HP), it offers one of the best driving experiences on the market, from the lowest of rpms, with an excellent trade-off between low rpm and power.