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• Top of the range PEUGEOT 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid has arrived
• Priced from $64,990 MLP (1), this latest PEUGEOT model marks the brand's third electrified offering to go on sale in Australia

PEUGEOT Australia has welcomed the new 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid to the Australian PEUGEOT 308 range, offering local customers impressive performance and plug-in hybrid benefits. The 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid will join the GT Hatch and GT Premium Hatch and Wagon models that launched locally in November 2022.

Priced from $64,990 MLP (1), PEUGEOT 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid matches a 132 kilowatt, 1.6-litre, PureTech turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and 81-kilowatt electric motor, the pair combining to deliver 165 kilowatts of power and 360 Newton metres of torque.

PEUGEOT 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid uses a derivative of the EAT8, the electric-Efficient Automatic Transmission (e-EAT8) which replaces the torque convertor with a clutch pack. Like the rest of the local range, it is front-wheel-drive.

With a WLTP test range of 60 kilometres (2) of electric-only driving, the plug-in hybrid powertrain provides an impressive 1.3 litres/100km average fuel economy on the combined cycle (3).

Kate Gillis, Managing Director Peugeot Australia, said: "Following from the launch of the 308 GT and GT Premium variants in November 2022, the addition of the 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid further strengthens the premium appeal of our local 308 range by broadening the compelling and distinctive offering with a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

"Offering added power and electric motor performance, the launch of the GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid allows us to enter into the electrified small car segment for the first time in Australia as we push forward on our electrification journey. 

"2023 will be momentous for our local electrification plans. The 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid marks the third electrified PEUGEOT to launch in Australia with our electrified offering expanding further with the 508 Sportswagon Plug-In Hybrid, the all-electric e-Partner small van and e-2008 small SUV following later this year." Ms Gillis added.

Alluring style
The award-winning PEUGEOT 308 has attracted praise both locally and internationally for the quality and innovation of its design and craftmanship. The 308 boasts a trend-setting style, proudly being the first PEUGEOT to wear the brand's bold new emblem.

The architecture of the new PEUGEOT 308 benefits from the habitability and dynamism of its silhouette, whilst the striking frameless grille, three claw LED rear lights and the chiselled vertical LED matrix light signature at the front uphold the brand's established design DNA.

Key stylish features of the 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid include:

Exterior:

• Full LED matrix headlights
• Rear full LED 3D PEUGEOT 'claw effect' lights
• 18" 'Portland' matte black alloy wheels
• Panoramic opening glass sunroof
• HYBRID badging

Interior:

• PEUGEOT 3D i-Cockpit™: with 10-inch colour touchscreen and 10-inch digital instrument panel
• Multi-function, full grain heated leather steering wheel
• Eight-colour customisable ambient lighting
• Black full grain Nappa leather (4) seat trim with 'Tramontane' charcoal grey top stitch
• Heated driver & front passenger seats
• Driver & front passenger massage seats
• FOCAL® premium 10 speaker audio

Plug-In Hybrid performance – the perfect fit 

For the first time in Australia, a rechargeable hybrid engine variant, the HYBRID 225, is available for PEUGEOT 308 and is exclusive to the 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-in Hybrid variant.

It combines PEUGEOT's 1.6 litre PureTech 225 four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine, developing 132 kilowatts at 6000rpm and 250Nm of torque at 1750rpm, with a front-mounted electric motor.

The electric motor produces 81kW at 2,500rpm and 320Nm from 500rpm through to 2,500rpm. It is integrated with the e-EAT8 transmission, which for this application has the traditional torque converter replaced with a wet, multi-disc clutch.

The plug-in hybrid powertrain has combined maximum power and torque outputs of 165kW and 360Nm respectively.

A 12.4kWh Li-ion battery with 100kW of battery power and 3.7kW onboard charger provides a WLTP test range of 60 kilometres (2) of electric-only driving. Fuel tank capacity is 40 litres.

The 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid also benefits from three driving modes including the choice of 'Electric', 'Hybrid' and 'Sport'.

Charging technology
The 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid comes as standard with a mode two charging cable, supplied with the vehicle at time of delivery. The on-board charger unit restricts the accepted charger to a capacity of 3.7kW.
There are simple methods to charge the Peugeot plug-in hybrid variants and maintain electric mobility:

Domestic Socket: using a 2.3kW single-phase 10A charger, charging at home can be achieved by simply plugging into a domestic socket.

Home Charging Station: Using a home charging station saves significant charging time, meaning drivers can recover their entire driving range in just a few hours (5).

Public Charging: utilising the expanding network of public infrastructure is an easy way to top-up range on the go. Apps such as Chargefox, Plugshare and Chargepoint are great tools to help drivers plan their journeys and view real-time availability and usage.

Depending on the charging type used i.e. Wallbox, Public Charger or domestic socket, the charging time can range from approximately 3.5 hours to 5.5 hours (5).

Deferred Charging: Performed via the multimedia touch screen, this function allows drivers to program the best time for charging.

'B' Mode regenerative braking: This system makes it possible to recover energy available during braking and when decelerating. This action allows partial charge of the high-voltage battery to increase the range when driving in electric mode. The Brake function allows the vehicle to decelerate without pressing the brake pedal by acting as an engine brake and in turn, recharging the battery.

e-SAVE: provides further versatility by enabling real-time control over electric energy reserves. Peugeot's e-SAVE function allows the driver to save or regenerate all or part of the battery to be used at their discretion throughout the journey.

PEUGEOT 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-in Hybrid key features:

Comfort and convenience

• PEUGEOT i-Cockpit™: with 10-inch colour touchscreen and 10-inch digital instrument panel
• Keyless entry
• Driver Sport Pack: Personalised digital display colour, Sport adjustment for steering wheel and accelerator pedal
• Multi-function trip computer
• Parking sensors front/rear
• Visio Park 3: 360-degree top-down high definition colour camera system
• Manual driving mode via steering-mounted paddles
• Frameless electrochromatic rear view mirror
• Automatic air-conditioning with clean air filtration
• Electric, heated and power folding exterior mirrors
• Auto-dipping door mirror function (in reverse gear)
• LED projection puddle lamps
• One-touch electric windows front and rear
• Acoustic tinted windscreen
• Tinted rear side and tailgate windows
• Heated rear windscreen and rear wiper blade
• Multi-function, full grain leather steering wheel
• Eight-colour customisable ambient lighting
• Sports pedals with driver's footrest
• 2 x USB sockets front (incl 1 x USB-C), 2 x USB sockets rear (incl 1 x USB-C)
• Rear passenger centre console air vents
• 12-volt socket

In-car entertainment

• Bluetooth® connectivity
• FM/DAB radio
• FOCAL® 10-speaker audio
• Wireless phone charging
• Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto connectivity (6)
• Wired MirrorScreen® for Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto (6)
• PEUGEOT iConnect™ voice activation
• Internet Connected Navigation by TomTom (7)

Unique Plug-in Hybrid features

• Digital engine colouring
• Multi-driving mode selector with Electric/HYBRID/Sport modes
• Cyan LED 'Zero Emissions Driving' indicator light
• 3.7kW monophase onboard charger
• Mode 2 cable for charging

Safety and security

• Driver and front passenger airbags, driver and front passenger side airbags, first and second row curtain airbags
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Braking Distribution (EBD)
• Emergency Braking Assist (EBD)
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
• Hill Start Assist
• Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB): with low light pedestrian and cyclist detection
• Automatic hazard light activation: for heavy braking applications
• Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
• Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS): generates audible external sound when travelling at low speed to alert pedestrians
• Automatic door locking
• Rear door child locks
• Rear Isofix child seat fittings x 2
• Rear cross traffic alert
• Long range Blind Spot Detection
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW) with unmarked road edge detection
• Active Lane positioning assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
• Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation
• Driver Attention Warning
• Tyre under-inflation detection

Warranty
The new 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid comes with PEUGEOT's five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty8, five-year roadside assistance (9), and five-year Service Price Promise program (10). The 308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid is also backed by an eight-year/ 160,000km battery warranty + 70% load capacity (11).

PEUGEOT Financial Services (12)
With a range of finance offerings, including Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) available, customers can enjoy enhanced flexibility and choice through participating PEUGEOT Financial Services retailers, making the journey to purchasing a new PEUGEOT 308 as streamlined and seamless as possible. For further information on Financial Services, please visit: https://www.peugeot.com.au/buy/peugeot-financial-services.html

PEUGEOT Pre-Paid Service Plans (13)
PEUGEOT's Pre-Paid Service Plans are aimed at providing customers with a simple and flexible approach to servicing their PEUGEOT with certainty and peace of mind. Pre-Paid Service Plans are available to purchase as three or five scheduled services packages, with the plan commencing from the warranty start date. Furthermore, customers can choose to purchase a Pre-Paid Service Plan at the time of new or demonstrator vehicle purchase, or before obtaining their PEUGEOT's first scheduled service. For further information please visit: https://www.peugeot.com.au/owners/peugeot-servicing/service-plans.html

308 GT Sport Hatch Plug-In Hybrid Specifications:

ENGINE

• 1.6L Petrol PureTech Turbo Petrol
• Capacity: 1598 (cc)                                         
• Cylinders: 4
• Max power: 132kW @ 6,000 rpm
• Max torque: 250Nm @ 1,750 rpm

ELECTRIC MOTOR:

• Front electric motor
• 40Ah Li-ion battery
• Max power: 81kW @ 2,500 rpm
• Max torque: 320Nm @ 500 – 2,500 rpm
• Electric WLTP test range: 60km (2)

COMBINED:

• Max power: 165kW
• Max torque: 360Nm

TRANSMISSION

• Electric 8-speed Efficient Automatic Transmission (e-EAT8)

WHEELS & TYRES

• Wheel Size & Tyre: 225/40 R18
• Tyre repair kit

CONSUMPTION & EMISSIONS3

• Combined cycle (L/100KM): 1.3
• CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) emissions (G/KM) combined: 30.2

CAPACITIES (Litres)

• Fuel tank: 40

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS (mm)

• Length: 4,365
• Width: (including mirrors open) 2,062
• Height: 1,465
• Wheelbase: 2,675

BOOT VOLUMES (L)

• Seats in place: 361L
• Boot volume to roof height rear seats folded: 1271L

Pricing and Options:

Service Pricing:
Please note the below assured service pricing is applicable from 1st April 2023. For current assured service pricing for March 2023, please visit: https://www.peugeot.com.au/owners/peugeot-price-promise-program.html

Pre-Paid Service Plan Pricing (13):

(1) Prices are Peugeot Australia Manufacturer's List Prices only and include GST on the list price but exclude dealer delivery charges and all other government and statutory charges. For the drive away price of Peugeot vehicles consumers should be advised to contact their local authorised Peugeot dealer.

(2) Figure based on WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) static laboratory combined average city and highway cycle test, which measure, energy consumption, range and emissions in passenger vehicles, figures stated for the purposes of comparison amongst vehicles tested to the same technical procedures only. Actual real world range results will vary depending on a combination of factors including but not limited to load, driving style, type of journey, vehicle configuration, battery age and condition, use of vehicle features (such as heating and air conditioning), as well as operating, environmental and climate conditions.

(3) The published consumption (l/100km and Wh/km), emissions (g/km) and kilometre (km) range figures are determined in accordance to ADR 81/02 derived from WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure). Actual figures will vary as they are dependent on many factors, including without limitation: individual driving style, road and traffic conditions, environmental conditions, fuel quality, a vehicle's or battery's condition, load and use. Extra features and accessories (eg: equipment, wheels or tyres used etc.) can change relevant vehicle parameters such as weight, rolling resistance and aerodynamics and can also affect the consumption, emission, range and performance values of a vehicle. Generally, consumption, emissions, kilometre range and charging times will vary from the published figures in real world Australian driving and charging conditions.

(4) Leather appointed seats are a combination of genuine leather and synthetic materials and are not wholly leather.

(5) Charging times will vary depending on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the output of the charger being used, starting battery charge, charging equipment, ambient temperature, battery state as well as the age of the battery at point of use. As a result of these factors, charging times may therefore vary significantly.

(6) Compatible Apple® or AndroidTM device required

(7) All information supplied by Connected Services are derived from third party data and supplied using TomTom mapping services 3 years free subscription commences from vehicle warranty start date irrespective of subscription date. Please subscribe on peugeot.com.au

(8) 5-year warranty on all new Peugeot passenger vehicles. Subject to terms, conditions and exclusions. Visit https://www.peugeot.com.au/owners/warranty.html

(9) 5-year roadside assist on all new Peugeot vehicles. Subject to terms, conditions and exclusions. Visit https://www.peugeot.com.au/owners/peugeot-roadside-assistance.html

(10) The full terms and conditions of Peugeot Service Price Promise Program is available here on our website https://www.peugeot.com.au/owners/peugeot-price-promise-program.html

(11) PHEV traction battery warranty: 8 years or 160,000 Km, whichever is sooner, from the vehicle's warranty start date.

(12) The information provided is general in nature and for information only. Nothing in this press release constitutes or should be considered to constitute legal, taxation or financial advice. Before making a decision about any of the products and services featured in this company profile, you should consult with your own independent legal, taxation and financial advisors, who can advise you about your personal circumstances. The Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) is the minimum future value of your vehicle as determined by Peugeot Financial Services and set out in your contract. At the end of the term, you can select from three options: (1) sell or trade-in the vehicle and repay your loan balance; (2) return the vehicle to us; or (3) retain the vehicle by paying the GFV amount, which is a lump sum amount owed to us at the end of the loan term. Total interest payable on the loan will be higher than a fixed rate loan if you select the GFV option. Monthly repayments will be lower compared to a similar loan term with no GFV or equivalent balloon final payment. Available on new and demonstrator Peugeot vehicles for selected models only. Vehicle eligibility is subject to change. If you decide to return your car at the end of your term, PFS, or another person or entity with PFS's agreement will purchase the vehicle from you for the GFV, which will be applied to reduce your outstanding loan amount. However, you will need to pay us an additional amount if the vehicle is damaged or you have travelled excess kilometres. Credit criteria, fees, charges and terms and conditions apply. Finance is provided by IFSA Pty Ltd ABN 39 651 319 774 trading as Peugeot Financial Services, managed by Allied Retail Finance Pty Ltd ABN 31 609 859 985 Australian Credit Licence 483211. Available at participating Peugeot Financial Services Retailers only

(13) For full terms and conditions on pre-paid service plans, please click here.

(14) Metallic paint option $690 MLP and premium metallic paint option $1050 MLP

ABOUT PEUGEOT
For over 210 years the Peugeot name and its iconic Lion emblem have appeared on a range of products from coffee grinders to pepper mills, bicycles, scooters and automobiles – Peugeot has always been at the forefront of mobility and innovation. Sold in Australia since the 1950s, the French marque boasts a broad history that includes wins in prestigious and gruelling events such as the Le Mans 24-Hour, the World Rally Championship, the Dakar Rally and the REDeX Around Australia Reliability Trial. Today, Peugeot leverages this rich history to deliver sharp design, uncompromising quality, an instinctive driving experience and award-winning excellence in its mobility solutions for the modern motorist.

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