A new Peugeot 208 hatchback has arrived in South Africa and it’s arguably the most stylish iteration yet. See specification and pricing details below…
Hot on the heels of the introduction of the updated 3008 family car in South Africa, Peugeot now welcomes an all-new 208 to its local lineup.
What’s changed on the Peugeot 208?
The look of the 208 is characterised by a new bumper design, wider grille (integrated with the bodywork), fang-like daytime running lights, 2-tone (black and chrome) headlights and restyled fog lights. Depending on the trim (Active, Allure or GT), 15-, 16- or 17-inch wheels feature. The range-topping 208 GT sports gloss black mirror covers and gloss black wheel arches and gains full LED headlights.
The updated Peugeot 208 brings some flair to the compact hatchback segment.
At the rear, the 208 is equipped with 2 spoilers, depending on the trim and Peugeot’s LED claw-effect taillights add to the 208’s kerb appeal.
As for the interior, the 208 is equipped with Peugeot’s impressive third-generation i-Cockpit which includes a 3-dimensional digital heads-up instrument cluster and a large 7- or 10-inch infotainment touchscreen which is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The 208 also features Peugeot’s typical compact steering wheel and the interior finishes look and feel upmarket.
What engine does the Peugeot 208 have?
Buyers can choose between 3 trim levels and between a naturally aspirated or turbocharged engine with varying outputs.
The Peugeot 208 is equipped with a naturally-aspirated or turbocharged 3-cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech engine.
The base 208 Active gains the naturally-aspirated 55 kW 1.2-litre engine (with a 6-speed manual transmission) while the mid-spec 208 Allure gains the 74 kW turbopetrol version in conjunction with a 6-speed manual but there’s also a more powerful 96 kW 208 Allure and GT on offer with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
In terms of driver aids and safety, the 208 is equipped with traffic sign recognition, driver attention alert, lane-keeping assist, automatic headlights, hill start assist, active safety brake and a 180-degree rear camera and park assist sensors.
It's worth mentioning that the 208 was crowned the 2020 European Car Of The Year and was the best-selling car in Europe for the first quarter of 2021.
How much does the Peugeot 208 Cost in South Africa?
Prices include VAT.
Peugeot 208 Active – R289 900
Peugeot 208 Allure MT – R349 900
Peugeot 208 Allure AT – R379 900
Peugeot 208 GT – R424 900
The Peugeot 208 is sold with Peugeot’s 5-year/100 000km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km service plan.
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