Peugeot facelifts the 308

Peugeot is to debut a refreshed version of its 308 Hatchback, CC convertible and SW estate at next month’s Geneva International Motor Show.


Thankfully, the opportunity has been taken to reduce the size of the front grille. It’s still ample, but at least it’s not the gaping monstrosity of the pre-facelift car. Other styling changes are limited to revised headlights and the fitment of the now de rigueur LED daytime running lights.

Specifications have also been rejigged, with Access, SR, Active and Allure trim levels available across all body styles. Additionally, Hatchback and CC buyers can order their 308 in GT THP 200 guise, which is powered by a 197 bhp (147 kW / 200 PS) 1.6 litre twin-scroll turbo engine.


Standard equipment is now more generous, with all models featuring six airbags, remote central locking, electric windows front and rear, air conditioning, electronic stability programme, brake force distribution and brake assist.

The engine line-up has been revised too, with Peugeot offering four petrol and four diesel options. Apart from the performance-orientated 1.6 THP 200 petrol of the GT, the most interesting is probably the 1.6 litre e-HDi FAP 112 diesel.


Available with either a six-speed manual or electronically-controlled manual gearbox, it features start / stop technology that helps CO2 emissions drop to 98 g/km. That means zero annual road tax and no London Congestion Charge.   

UK prices for the facelift 308 will start from £15,245 on the road. Sales are due to begin in May, although the 1.6 litre e-HDi FAP 112 diesel is expected to follow a couple of months later.

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