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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    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 ...

    Steering wheel adjustment
    1. Release the adjustment mechanism. 2. Adjust for height and reach. 3. Lock the adjustment mechanism. For reasons of safety, these operations must only be carried out with the vehicle stationa ...

    Access to the spare wheel
    The spare wheel is installed in the boot under the floor. According to country, the spare wheel may be steel, alloy or of the "space-saver" type. To gain access to it, refer to the para ...