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Peugeot 308

The second-generation 308 beat the BMW i3 and Tesla Model S to Europe's 2014 Car of the Year crown.1

Researched October 25, 2026 from 28 sources

At a glance

0150300
81–266 hpPower
07.515
6–13.3 s0–100 km/h
0125250
172–250 km/hTop speed
0200400
118–400 N·mTorque

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.1356

Engine
1.2–1.6 L gasoline; 1.5–2.0 L diesel; Mk3 hybrids and electric E-3082
Gearbox
5/6-speed manuals; 4/6/8-speed autos (EAT6/8); hybrid 6-DCT; E-308 single-speed28
Built at
Mk1/2: Mulhouse and Sochaux, France; Mk3: Mulhouse Plant, France2
Units built
T7: 1,573,000; T9: 1,691,0009

The story

Created to replace the 307, the 308 reinvented itself in 2013: EMP2 cut 140 kg, while i-Cockpit put the dials above a smaller wheel. China's second-generation hatchback became the 308S to distinguish it from the sedan.23

2007: The 308 takes over from the 30720072011: e-HDi and a sedan for China20112013: New EMP2 platform, 140 kg lighter20132014: 308 wins European Car of the Year20142015: GTi 270: Torsen and 380 mm Alcon brakes20152017: BlueHDi 130 meets the EAT820172021: Third generation adds plug-in hybrids20212023: E-308 opens its order books20232025: Facelift: E-308 reaches 452 km2025 Peugeot 301: 1932–1936Peugeot 302: Introduced 1936Peugeot 302Peugeot 304: Introduced 1969Peugeot 304Peugeot 305: Introduced 1977Peugeot 305Peugeot 306: 1993–2002Peugeot 307: 2001–2014Peugeot 307Peugeot 308 (first generation) (T7): 2007–2021T7Peugeot 308 (second generation) (T9): 2013–2021T9Peugeot 308 (third generation) (P5): 2021–presentP5 194019501960197019801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones2391819
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YearWhat happened
1932–1936Peugeot 301
Introduced 1936Peugeot 302
Introduced 1969Peugeot 304
Introduced 1977Peugeot 305
1993–2002Peugeot 306
2001–2014Peugeot 307
2007–2021Peugeot 308 (first generation) (T7)
2013–2021Peugeot 308 (second generation) (T9)
2021–presentPeugeot 308 (third generation) (P5)
2007The 308 takes over from the 307
2011e-HDi and a sedan for China
2013New EMP2 platform, 140 kg lighter
2014308 wins European Car of the Year
2015GTi 270: Torsen and 380 mm Alcon brakes
2017BlueHDi 130 meets the EAT8
2021Third generation adds plug-in hybrids
2023E-308 opens its order books
2025Facelift: E-308 reaches 452 km
  1. 2007

    The 308 takes over from the 307

    The 308 replaces the 307, launching as a five-door hatchback in September; a three-door follows in December.24

  2. 2011

    e-HDi and a sedan for China

    The first-generation facelift brings e-HDi stop-start, while China gains a four-door 308 sedan in September.2

  3. 2013

    New EMP2 platform, 140 kg lighter

    The second generation is unveiled on May 13, keeping the 308 name while a move to EMP2 removes 140 kg compared with its predecessor.23

  4. 2014

    308 wins European Car of the Year

    The second-generation 308 takes the title ahead of the BMW i3, Mercedes S-Class, Skoda Octavia and Tesla Model S.1

  5. 2015

    GTi 270: Torsen and 380 mm Alcon brakes

    The second-generation GTi arrives with a 266 hp 1.6-liter turbo in 270 form, a Torsen differential and 380 mm Alcon front brakes.256

  6. 2017

    BlueHDi 130 meets the EAT8

    The second-generation facelift replaces the 1.6 BlueHDi 120 with a 1.5 BlueHDi 130; an eight-speed EAT8 automatic joins the range.3

  7. 2021

    Third generation adds plug-in hybrids

    Unveiled on March 18, the third generation offers plug-in hybrids; first-generation production in Argentina ends in 2021.2

  8. 2023

    E-308 opens its order books

    The E-308 electric hatchback offers 154 hp, 54 kWh and a claimed 414 km WLTP range; 20–80% DC charging takes 28 minutes at 100 kW.7

  9. 2025

    Facelift: E-308 reaches 452 km

    For the 2026 model year, the electric E-308 gets a 58 kWh battery, 55.4 kWh usable, and an official range of 452 km.28

Every generation

  • Peugeot 301
    Peugeot 3011932–1936
  • Peugeot 302
    Peugeot 302Introduced 1936
  • Peugeot 304
    Peugeot 304Introduced 1969
  • Peugeot 305
    Peugeot 305Introduced 1977
  • Peugeot 306
    Peugeot 3061993–2002
  • Peugeot 307
    Peugeot 3072001–2014
  • Peugeot 308 (first generation)
    T72007–2021
  • Peugeot 308 (second generation)
    T92013–2021
  • Peugeot 308 (third generation)
    P52021–present

Power over the years

From 173 hp to 266 hp in 7 years.

0100200300 2010201520202025 hp 2008 · 173 hp · Mk1 THP 1752010 · 200 hp · Mk1 GTi / UK GT2013 · 81 hp · Mk2 1.2 VTi 822014 · 128 hp · Mk2 1.2 PureTech 1302015 · 266 hp · Mk2 GTi 2702018 · 222 hp · Mk2 GT PureTech 225 EAT82021 · 222 hp · Mk3 plug-in hybrid 2252022 · 128 hp · Mk3 PureTech / BlueHDi2023 · 154 hp · E-308 electric hatchback2026 · 147 hp · Mk3 Hybrid 145 (Ireland) 266 hp Mk2 GTi 270 173 hp Mk1 THP 175
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YearHorsepowerModel
2008173Mk1 THP 175
2010200Mk1 GTi / UK GT
201381Mk2 1.2 VTi 82
2014128Mk2 1.2 PureTech 130
2015266Mk2 GTi 270
2018222Mk2 GT PureTech 225 EAT8
2021222Mk3 plug-in hybrid 225
2022128Mk3 PureTech / BlueHDi
2023154E-308 electric hatchback
2026147Mk3 Hybrid 145 (Ireland)

Versions

12 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    First-generation hatchback

    2007–2021

  • First-generation SW / Touring

    Standard

    First-generation SW / Touring

  • 308 CC

    Standard

    308 CC

  • Access / Active / Allure / Féline / GT Line (II)

    Standard

    Access / Active / Allure / Féline / GT Line (II)

    2013–2021

  • Standard

    Third-generation trim range

  • Performance

    THP 175 GT / Premium Pack / Féline

    2008–2010

  • First-generation GT / GTi 200

    Performance

    First-generation GT / GTi 200

    200 hp
  • GT THP 205 / PureTech 225 / BlueHDi 180 (II)

    Performance

    GT THP 205 / PureTech 225 / BlueHDi 180 (II)

  • GTi by Peugeot Sport 250 / 270 / 263

    Performance

    GTi by Peugeot Sport 250 / 270 / 263

    2015–2020

  • Limited

    E-308 First Edition

    2023

    154 hp

  • Limited

    Griffe Turbo

    2013

    156 hp

    308 built

  • Limited

    GTi Sport

    2019

    268 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • First-generation hatchback and CC: swept-back headlights and a gaping grille.212
  • Second generation: rear lamps carry a claw-shaped light signature.3
  • Second-generation GTi: two exhaust outlets below its restrained tail.5
  • Third generation: shield in the grille; pre-facelift cars have vertical LED fangs.216
  • Third generation: slim claw-mark rear lamps linked visually by a black tailgate strip.211

Year by year

  1. 2011

    First-generation facelift: slimmer grille, LEDs integrated into the bumper, and extra chrome.217

  2. 2015 (South America)

    The first generation gets another nose, with smaller headlights and a front bumper inspired by the 308 II.2

  3. 2017

    Second-generation facelift: reshaped hood and front bumper, lion badge in the grille and scrolling indicators.23

  4. 2020

    Vertigo Blue pearl paint joins the second-generation color range.3

  5. 2021

    The third generation arrives with a shield in the grille and vertical LED daytime running lights.216

  6. 2025 / 2026 model year

    Fangs become triple claws; GT gains a lit grille and badge. E-308 adds 18-inch Seattle aero wheels.28

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Peugeot 308
    308
    Photo of a Volkswagen Golf
    Volkswagen Golf

    Volkswagen Golf

    The second 308 has claw-shaped rear lamps; on facelifted cars, the Peugeot lion sits in the grille.239

  • Photo of a Peugeot 308
    308
    Photo of a VW Eos
    VW Eos

    VW Eos

    The 308 CC has a long rear deck and bulbous tail; the Eos uses sharper creases.12

Against its rivals

  • Ford Focus

    308 vs Ford Focus

    Trunk volume

    308347 L
    Ford Focus316 L
    17

  • 308 vs VW Golf GTI Performance (7.5)

    Tested weight lower is better

    3081,316 kg
    VW Golf GTI Performance (7.5)1,408 kg
    20
  • Hyundai i30 N

    308 vs Hyundai i30 N

    Tested weight lower is better

    3081,316 kg
    Hyundai i30 N1,477 kg
    20

Prices

Value today $7.6K–$30.8K27

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K 2010201520202025 Value today: $7,600–$30,800 2007 · $27,000 · UK base; approx £1=$2.002008 · $36,750 · France THP 175; approx €1=$1.472009 · $37,657 · UK CC GT; approx £1=$1.552014 · $23,917 · UK base; approx £1=$1.652016 · $41,292 · France GTi 270; approx €1=$1.112019 · $36,595 · UK GTi; approx £1=$1.282021 · $34,873 · UK Active Premium; approx £1=$1.382023 · $49,662 · UK E-308 Allure; approx £1=$1.242026 · $37,395 · Ireland Hybrid 145; approx €1=$1.102026 · $40,029 · Ireland E-308, grants; €1≈$1.10 2026 · $13,455 · 2024 308 SW PureTech 130 Allure, 24,401 km, VPauto Lorient $13.5K VPauto Lorient, 2026
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2007Price when new$27,000UK base; approx £1=$2.00
2008Price when new$36,750France THP 175; approx €1=$1.47
2009Price when new$37,657UK CC GT; approx £1=$1.55
2014Price when new$23,917UK base; approx £1=$1.65
2016Price when new$41,292France GTi 270; approx €1=$1.11
2019Price when new$36,595UK GTi; approx £1=$1.28
2021Price when new$34,873UK Active Premium; approx £1=$1.38
2023Price when new$49,662UK E-308 Allure; approx £1=$1.24
2026Price when new$37,395Ireland Hybrid 145; approx €1=$1.10
2026Price when new$40,029Ireland E-308, grants; €1≈$1.10
2026Auction sale$13,4552024 308 SW PureTech 130 Allure, 24,401 km, VPauto Lorient
2026Value today$7,600–$30,800

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 12 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “1,810 km on one tank, at just over 56 km/h”
    • “Four wins, but 38 points short”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 9 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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