Verdict
This is a world away from the bloated, bland 207 that went before. Peugeot deserves praise for making a car that’s smaller and lighter but with more space inside than before. We’re quite big fans of the innovative interior architecture, but try before you buy - it won’t be for everyone. That, together with the tech set up, mean this is a car with a good deal of appeal for people like us.
It’s not perfect – it’s on the pricey side in this trim level and still doesn’t drive with the panache of Peugeots of old, but that clever interior, smart tech set-up, good looks and a brilliant diesel engine mean it ought at least to be on your shortlist.
See also:
Speed limiter
System which prevents the vehicle from exceeding the speed programmed by the
driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached, pressing the accelerator pedal no
longer has any effect.
The spee ...
Airbags
System designed to maximise the safety of the occupants (with the exception of
the rear centre passenger) in the event of violent collisions. It supplements the
action of the force-limiting seat b ...
Primary, secondary and tertiary safety of the highest level
The Peugeot 208 benefits from a high level of primary safety, through its
road-holding and design ("head-up instrument panel", ESP as standard, cruise
control/speed limiter on many versi ...