Peugeot know-how
True to the Marque's values in terms of driving pleasure, the new Peugeot 308 seeks also to preserve its leadership in terms of road holding. The features that make the 308 a reference are maintained:
rigid body structure;
McPherson type front suspension;
rear suspension with torsion beam;
hydraulic dampers with valves;
power steering with variable assistance piloted by an electro-pump unit;
large disc brakes (ventilated at the front) - up to 302 x 26 mm;
ABS, electronic brake force distribution, emergency brake assist and automatic
switching on of hazard warning lights as standard;
Bosch 8.1 ESP according to versions.
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Adapted braking, ESP as standard
The braking system is in line with the performance of the engines. The 208 is
fitted with front brake discs in 2 different sizes: 266 x 22 mm and 302 x 26 mm
for the 1.6 l THP 115 kW (156 hp) vers ...
High level safety on al co unts
Whether in terms of primary, secondary or tertiary safety, the new 308 is
positioned at the highest level.
Firstly, the excellent rigidity of the structure ensures optimal operation of
the wheel ...
Optimised aerodynamics
The dimensions of the Peugeot 208, in particular the width (-2 cm) and the
height (-1 cm compared with the 207), its volumes which have been designed with
particular attention, the care given to e ...