Highly efficient new Peugeot 208 from just 87g/km

In June 2012, the new Peugeot 208 arrives in the UK and will be available in two distinct body styles; 3 & 5-door with an extensive range of petrol and diesel engines including an all new 3 cylinder petrol power unit and the latest generation of Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines.

With the new 208, Peugeot has not hesitated to rewrite the rulebook with the desire to reinvent the principles on which the success of icons like the 205, 206 and 207 were built and to ‘re-generate’ them.

Environmental re-generation with efficient engines
By achieving average CO₂ emissions of 34g/km lower than the 207, the 208 takes the lead in its segment. Its latest generation engine technology and the use of the innovative e-HDi micro-hybrid Stop & Start System on virtually all versions, add to the vehicle's improvements in terms of weight reduction and aerodynamics.

With five models, four of which are equipped with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel range starts at 87g/km of CO₂ (delivering fuel economy of 83.1 mpg) and doesn’t exceed 99g/km! 

The 208 also introduces a new range of 3-cylinder petrol engines, 1.0- and 1.2-litre VTi, which are particularly efficient, with a range starting at 99g/km of CO₂ (delivering 65.7mpg).

Weight, aerodynamics and of course the PSA Group’s technological expertise with innovation in terms of both HDi FAP diesel, VTi and THP petrol engines, are factors which place the 208 as a leader in the segment.

208 diesel range:

• 1.4l HDi FAP 50kW (68bhp), 160Nm, 5-speed manual gearbox; CO₂: 98g/km, 74.3mpg
• 1.4l e-HDi FAP 50kW (68bhp), 160Nm,5-speed EGC, Stop & Start; CO₂: 87g/km, 83.1mpg
• 1.6l e-HDi FAP 68kW (92bhp), 230Nm, 5-speed manual , Stop & Start; CO₂: 98g/km,74.3mpg
• 1.6l e-HDi FAP 68kW (92bhp), 230Nm, 6-speed EGC , Stop & Start; CO₂: 98g/km ⁽¹⁾,74.3mpg
• 1.6l e-HDi FAP 84kW (115bhp), 285 ⁽²⁾Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox, Stop &Start; CO₂: 99g/km,74.3mpg

208 petrol range:

• 1.0l VTi  50kW (68bhp); 95Nm, 5-speed manual gearbox; 99g/km ⁽¹⁾ ,65.7mpg
• 1.2l VTi  60kW (82bhp); 118Nm, 5-speed manual gearbox; 104g/km ⁽¹⁾ ,62.8mpg
• 1.4l VTi  70kW (95bhp); 136Nm, 5-speed manual gearbox: 129g/km  ,50.4mpg
• 1.6l VTi  88kW (120bhp); 160Nm, 5-speed manual gearbox: 134g/km,48.7mpg
• 1.6l THP 115kW (156bhp), 240/260 ⁽²⁾Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox; CO₂: 135 g/km⁽¹⁾ ,48.7mpg

⁽¹⁾ New 1.0 l and 1.2 l 3-cylinder engines, 1.4 l e-HDi and 1.6 l THP versions available summer 2012

⁽²⁾ Value with overboost

An extended e-HDi range
Following the launch of the 508 and the new 308 in 2011, the 208 will benefit from e-HDi Stop and Start technology on 4 of its 5 diesel power trains. Rapid, efficient and silent, e-HDi combines reduced fuel consumption and CO₂  emissions (up to -15% in town) with maximum driveability.

New generation of 3-Cylinder engines
This new generation of engine is a true breakthrough in terms of fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions, while offering a good level of performance for the entry-level versions.

Designed by the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group and produced at the Trémery production facility in France, the 1.0 l and 1.2 l VTi versions will allow the 208 to offer petrol versions at 99g/km and 104g/km of CO₂. These normally aspirated, indirect injection engines have maximum power outputs of 50 and 60kW (68 and 82bhp) at 6,000rpm and a maximum torque of 95 and 118Nm at 3,000 and 2,750rpm respectively.

Environmental Efficiency
The environmental performance of 208 continues. With 25% of ‘green materials’ (recycled or of natural origin) making up its mass of polymers, it enters a new era in terms of eco-design. As a world first, the rear bumper and the fan assembly are made entirely using these materials. This type of bumper alone will permit a saving in manufacturing of 1600 tonnes of energy a year.

Architectural re-generation
The 208 embodies the principles of agility and efficiency. The initial technical choices make it a vehicle that is light (110kg lighter on average compared to the 207 and as much as –173kg!), with a range that starts at 975kg, aerodynamic (Cd of 0.29, CdA of 0.61), and compact (-7cm in length, -1cm in height). These benefits are accentuated by noticeably increased occupant space, with more room in the rear seats (+5cm at the knees) and a more generous boot space (+15 dm3 in volume), proof of optimised architectural performance.

Stylistic re-generation
The 208 gives form to and refines the new aesthetic codes of the Marque. The ‘Floating’ grille, its light signature, ‘boomerang’ rear lamps and each detail is designed in complete harmony with the balance of the car, structured by a ‘spine’, the impression of which is even visible on the roof. Sculpted, athletic, pure and sophisticated, its style projects the Marque towards a renewed and attractive modernity. The two body styles have been given different treatments, with the style of the quarter panel of the three-door version reminiscent of one of its illustrious older siblings from days gone by.

Ergonomic re-generation
The interior continues the promise of innovation just like the exterior style. A true break from what has gone before, beyond the recognised technical constraints and cultural references, the instruments and controls are entirely intuitive and clear. They are positioned around a small steering wheel, combined with an elevated instrument panel giving information at a glance and a large touch screen. This ‘ensemble’ connects with its occupants and contributes to the practicality, the safety, the quality and purity of the interior design, as well as to the driving sensations.Peugeot Connect Navigation
Navigation will be available for the touch screen system, as an optional extra (for less than £500), placing it in a very competitive position versus other on board navigation systems.

The new Peugeot 208 will be launched in mainland Europe in the Spring and in the UK in June.