Peugeot''s new 208 has arrived in Ireland. The new hatchback from
Peugeot follows on from the success of Peugeot's iconic 205, the 206 and the 207. It will retail in Ireland from €14,495.
Smaller on the outside than 207 (7cm shorter and 1cm lower), 208 offers more room inside for rear passengers (+5cm at the knees) and a more generous boot (+15dm3 in volume). It weighs on average 110kg less than 207, leading to lower CO2 emissions and lower fuel consumption.
Inside it has an elevated instrument panel positioned directly in front of the driver gives information at a glance whilst a smaller steering wheel adds to driving enjoyment.
Available in a 3-door and 5-door hatchback, 208 will be available with a choice of three trims - Access, Active and Allure.
The entry level Access model will include as standard, ESP, six airbags, cruise control with speed limiter, electric front windows, a full size spare wheel, child safety locks, seat belt alarm, 2 child seat ISOFIX fixtures, driver's seat height adjustment, radio and CD player with 3.5mm jack for external audio device, steering column remote controls and daytime running lights with follow me home function.
The 208 engine range for Ireland will include a 1.0 litre 68bhp petrol model (99g/CO2), a 1.2 litre 82bhp petrol model (104g/CO2), a 1.4 litre 68bhp HDi diesel model (98g/CO2) and a 1.4 litre 68bhp eHDi diesel model (87g/CO2) with Stop Start technology. Achieving average CO2 emissions of 34g/km lower than the 207, the 208 will take the lead in its segment for lowest CO2 emissions. All engine variants qualify for Band A road tax.
The new Peugeot 208 has been awarded 5 stars by Euro NCAP. 25% of the materials used to construct the new car will be sourced from recycled materials.
At the launch Des Cannon, Peugeot Sales and Marketing Director said,"The 208 has just arrived in Dealer showrooms around the country and has begun to draw much interest from eagerly awaiting customers. With the launch of 208, Peugeot aims to reclaim leadership of the competitive small car in Europe next year and we aim to register 1000 units here, boosting our market share to over 4%."
