- 1.6-litre (147kW) turbocharged petrol engine
- 0-100km/h in 6.8 secs
- Red highlights inside and out
- Recalibrated shock absorbers, anti-rollbar, enhanced front subframe and rear crossmember rigidity, suspension and
wheels are all specific to the 208 GTi’s driving attributes
"We are very excited to be launching the all-new 208GTi to the Australian market" said Peugeot Automobiles
Australia General Manager/Director Bill Gillespie.
"The new 208GTi draws a direct link back to the original hot hatch predecessor, the 205GTi. The 205GTi built the
Peugeot hot hatch reputation and the 208Ti is a modern take on that hot hatch theme."
SPORTY AND REFINED IDENTITY
Peugeot has made its mark in the history of motor sport and the launch of the 208 GTi brings the Peugeot GTi legend
right up-to-date. At first glance, the 208 GTi affirms its sporty and refined identity through its bodywork. Crossing
the gloss black rear skirt, the exhaust emerges with a trapezoid chromed double tailpipe, an innovative design
emphasising the uniqueness of this model.
The chromed trim strip decorates the window lower edge culminating in a signature accent that pays tribute to the
illustrious 205 GTi. Furthermore, the quarter panel trim proudly bears the GTi logo, in bright chrome accentuated in red
highlights.
Regardless of the colour chosen, the red highlights accentuate the vehicle: on brake callipers, grille lower bead,
Peugeot lettering on the tailgate and on the grille. In addition, the grille has a 3D chequered motif with chromed
inserts in the gloss black grille.
The bright chrome touches on the fog lamp trim surrounds, the grille upper trim and the door mirrors give the GTi a
sporty elegance.
The light signature of the front face is refined by new square shaped halogen headlamps, equipped with a latest
generation light guide. These carefully designed lamps with a rectangular internal structure use LED technology for the
directional indicators and daytime lighting. A chequered signature at the top of the headlamps is yet another reference
to the 208 GTi’s racing pedigree.
These lights frame a special 3D chequered motif grille which has been made using piano black and chrome inserts. The
overall look is enhanced by striking red Peugeot lettering at the top of the grille and the touches of bright chrome on
the fog lamp trim surrounds and the door mirrors.
GTi ENHANCED AND COMFORTABLE INTERIOR
Opening the door reveals a passenger compartment that ‘wears the GTi signature’. It’s a contemporary style with a
striking dark colour scheme featuring dynamic red highlights that make the unique GTi theme.
There’s red stitching throughout, you’ll find it on the seats, seatbelts, handbrake, dashboard, floor mats and the
perforated leather steering wheel with red racing marker.
Racing red also blazes from the rims around the instrument dials, the gear stick insert, and graduated colouring from
red to black is on the door cross bars and the surrounds the air-conditioning vents and navigation panel.
The driver is well supported by the sports bucket seats that combine full grain Club Nappa leather with Caro Weave
cloth and bold red design accents.
Providing an extra touch of GTi spirit, the vehicle performance information is provided via the high-mounted
instrument panel with dials that feature a chequered-flag background and white needles.
The technologies in the sporty hatch match its sporty look with the latest colour touch screen and digital quality.
The feet naturally find the aluminium pedals and footrest and the hands rest intuitively on the small black full
grain leather steering wheel.
The left hand finds the aluminium gear lever knob and leather handbrake lever with ease.
SAFETY
The 208 GTi offers the same comprehensive list of safety features as the rest of the 208 line-up including Stability
Control, Traction Control, ABS, EBA and EBFD. It comes with the latest-generation Electronic Stability Programme (ESP),
which is able to detect the first signs of a sideways skid and helps reduce oversteer.
Passive safety features include 6 airbags, front pre-tensioning seatbelts, seatbelt fastening warning system and a
collapsible steering column.
Doors are strengthened to provide improved overall stiffness and feature aluminium "beam absorbers" to distribute
impact energy. In the event of a side impact, the upper stiffener restricts door distortion and improves occupant
protection, especially at the B-pillar.
The front of the car features an aluminium cross member and high-efficiency absorbers used to minimise repairs in case
of an urban impact (under 15 km/h).
The presence of a lower beam made of plastic with a special pedestrian protection system limits pedestrian leg
injuries in the event of impact (less than 40 km/h).
The rear features a compact aluminium cross member used to handle urban and high speed impacts at the same time
limiting weight and overhang.
Thanks to a combination of superb road-holding, braking systems and multi-feature ESP, when you drive a 208 GTi,
you should feel safe.
PERFORMANCE
The matching of this 1.6 THP 147kW petrol engine with a six-speed close ratio manual gearbox, a reworked exhaust line
and a light weight of 1,160 kg, 208 GTi exudes power from the very start. In fact, it powers from 0 to 100 km/h
in just 6.8 seconds.
Combined fuel consumption rating comes in at just 5.9L/100km.
The Peugeot 208 GTi achieves a real feat by emitting CO2 at just 139 g/km.
The 208 GTi balances from one turn to the next with complete precision. The steering settings have been revised to
increase firmness, the front suspension returns the information perfectly and responsively. The rear suspension is also
well tuned for safe and involved driving.
The spring damper adjustment, anti-roll bar, front sub frame and rear cross member are stiffened and the shock
absorbers have been reinforced.
The braking system has been strengthened to provide control and incision and the 17" alloy wheels with 205/45 tyres,
house 302mm ventilated discs at the front and 249mm at the rear.
EXTERIOR STYLE
The 208 GTi makes an immediate impression. Defined by a three door body style, it sits on a 10mm widened track at the
front and 20mm widened track at the rear. Bodywork components enhance the overall effect with wheels that hug the arches
along with unique body sills and wing extensions.
The tailgate introduces a new spoiler and gloss black rear skirt with chrome highlights and a trapezoid chromed
double tailpipe. The chromed trim strip decorates the window lower edge culminating in a signature accent that pays
tribute to the illustrious 205 GTi. Furthermore, the quarter panel trims proudly bears the GTi logo, in bright chrome
accentuated with red highlights.
The 208 badge has been moved to the left of the tailgate making way for the GTi badge on the right.
Wheels are 17" alloys with a diamond finish. Red brake callipers enhance the sporty appearance.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
The 208 GTi comes with a comprehensive list of standard equipment including: automatic locking doors and boot
(activated by vehicle moving), cruise control with speed limiter, speed sensitive power steering, electronic parking
assistance (rear), power windows (one touch on driver’s side), height and reach adjustable steering wheel, electrochrome
rear view mirror, power operated and heated door mirrors, electronic folding door mirrors, tinted glass, dark tinted
privacy rear quarter glass.
The audio system has six speaker speed related volume controls, multi-function 7-inch colour touch screen, steering
wheel audio controls, Bluetooth, two USB ports, auxiliary jack and satellite navigation.
There is dual-zone climate control air conditioning with pollen filter and an air conditioned glove box.
The speedometer has a digital odometer and digital trip recorder, rev counter, distance to next service indicator, trip
computer external temperature gauge and multi-function digital display.
Inside, there are front door stowage bins, front seat back map pockets, front centre armrest, removable security cover
above boot, front map reading lights, drive and passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, 12V accessory power point in
centre console, reclining front seats, height adjustment of driver and front passenger seats, height adjustable front and
rear head restraints, sports front seats embossed with GTi logo and 60/40 split folding rear seats.
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