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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Peugeot 308 Review
2012 Peugeot 308 Active Hatch Petrol: 1.6-litre direct-injection turbo with
six-speed auto transmission, 115kW/240Nm. $31,490 (Manufacturer’s List Price)
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Exterior
Stop & Start system
This system puts the engine temporarily into standby during stops in the traffic
(red lights, traffic jams, etc....). The engine restarts automatically as soon as
you wa ...
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition
is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible.
Thi ...