£2,200
2015 Peugeot 208 is a stylish and compact supermini hatchback, known for its elegant design, fuel-efficient engines, and comfortable ride. It competes with popular small cars like the Ford Fiesta, VW Polo, and Vauxhall Corsa, offering a uniquely French take on city-friendly motoring.
3-door and 5-door hatchback
…2015 Peugeot 208 is a stylish and compact supermini hatchback, known for its elegant design, fuel-efficient engines, and comfortable ride. It competes with popular small cars like the Ford Fiesta, VW Polo, and Vauxhall Corsa, offering a uniquely French take on city-friendly motoring.
3-door and 5-door hatchback
Access, Active, Allure, GT Line, GTi
1.0L VTi 3-cylinder – ~68 hp (entry-level, efficient)
1.2L PureTech 3-cylinder – ~82–110 hp (modern, refined)
1.6L THP Turbo – GTi version with 165–208 hp (hot hatch)
1.4L HDi – ~68 hp
1.6L BlueHDi – 75, 100, or 120 hp versions
Incredibly fuel-efficient (some rated for 80+ mpg UK)
Petrol: 50–65 mpg UK (4.3–5.5 L/100km)
Diesel: 65–94 mpg UK (3.0–4.3 L/100km)
5- or 6-speed manual
ETG5 (automated manual) or EAT6 automatic (on select models)
Light and easy to handle, ideal for city driving
Refined ride quality, though steering can feel overly light to some
GTi delivers proper hot hatch thrills with firm suspension and sharp acceleration (0–100 km/h in ~6.5 sec)
Stylish interior with Peugeot’s i-Cockpit layout:
Small steering wheel and high-set instruments (a love-it-or-hate-it setup)
7-inch touchscreen standard from mid-trim up
Bluetooth, DAB radio, USB, optional navigation
Good quality for its class, though rear legroom is a bit tight
Boot space: 285 litres, expanding to 1,076 litres with seats down
Euro NCAP: 5 stars
Safety features (depending on trim):
6 airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Optional City Brake (autonomous emergency braking in low-speed conditions)
