Peugeot 308

With this aim in mind, particular attention has been paid to aerodynamics in order to improve the overall performance. As a result, the 308 has a low drag resistance (SCx 0.67 and Cx 0.29), resulting in a reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

The 308 will be available with a choice of six lean burn engines, including three petrol engines, developed as part of the partnership with the BMW Group, and three HDi diesel engines, one of which will have an emission level of 120g CO2 per kilometre on the combined cycle.

In addition to the engine range available, the designers of the 308 have also used different solutions to improve environmental efficiency. Consequently, the 308 will have a manual gearbox with an electronic control system, electro-hydraulic power assisted steering and new Michelin Energy Saver tyres, to achieve a significant reduction in fuel consumption and therefore in exhaust emissions. Finally, the European End-of-Life Vehicles Directive has been taken into account in the choice of materials allowing the recycling or re-use of 99% of the 308.

The interior light levels have been improved even more thanks to the fitment of a glass panoramic roof which provides a total glazed area of 4.86 square metres. With this configuration the five door hatchback offers overhead natural light to all the passengers on board.

The 308 is equipped with technology aimed at providing the highest levels of safety. This includes, the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) for the benefit of primary safety, the airbags, which can number up to nine, for secondary safety, and finally, the Peugeot Emergency Service (emergency call) linked to the RT4 telematics system, for tertiary safety.

The 308 will be launched within a particularly short time frame, the day after the Frankfurt Motor Show, where it will have its world premiere. The new hatchback will be made at Sochaux, the historic home of Peugeot, and Mulhouse.