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.

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    Opening
    Open the left hand front door. Pull the release lever, located at the bottom of the door aperture, towards you. Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet. Do not open the bonnet under ...

    Fitting roof bars (308 SW with bench rear seat, 308 SW with individual rear seats)
    When fitting transverse roof bars, ensure that they are positioned correctly as shown by marks under the longitudinal roof bars. Use accessories recommended by PEUGEOT and follow the accessory ...

    Cruise control
    System which automatically maintains the speed of the vehicle at the value programmed by the driver, without any action on the accelerator pedal. The cruise control is switched on manually: it requ ...