New face of Peugeot coming soon to Australia

Wearing the brand new face of Peugeot, the all-new 308 range will be first introduced to Australian consumers with a three model internal combustion engine (ICE) line up initially and will expand in 2023 to include a fourth variant which be a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). 

The Peugeot 308 GT hatch, GT Premium hatch and GT Premium wagon are confirmed to arrive in quarter four, 2022, with the local arrival of the GT Sport hatch PHEV following in 2023. 

All three ICE variants will be powered by a three-cylinder, 1.2L turbocharged petrol engine producing 96kW of power and 230Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. 

The 308 GT Sport PHEV will combine a four-cylinder, 1.6L petrol turbocharged engine producing 132kW of power with an 81kW electric engine, mated to an e-EAT8 gearbox to provide a combined output of 165kW of power and 360Nm of torque. 

Peugeot Australia managing director Kate Gillis says the 308 range has been carefully considered to provide a strong offering for Australian consumers looking for stylish design, an enjoyable driving experience and enhanced technology across both ICE and PHEV powertrains.

She notes the 308 is the first model to bear the brand’s new coat of arms, which is inscribed in the bold graphic grille. Its positioning is highlighted by the grille pattern that gradually converges towards it. 

The architecture of the new 308 benefits the interior space and dynamism of its silhouette says the brand. Featuring a distinctive style and trend-setting design, it says the 308 has an enhanced posture and elevated identity on the road, whilst brand signatures, such as the LED lights with three claws at the rear, firmly assert Peugeot’s design DNA.   

Also integral to the brand’s DNA is the Peugeot i-Cockpit. With each generation, it is enhanced and modernised. With the new 308, it marks a clear change in terms of ergonomics, quality, design and technology says the manufacturer.

The 308 GT hatch, GT Premium hatch, and GT Premium wagon will arrive in Australian showrooms in quarter four, 2022. Further information, including specification and pricing, will be available closer to launch.