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Peugeot previews new-look 208 ahead of Geneva

20th February 2015

New-look 208 with new drivetrains, new technology and new models
Adoption of new 1.2L Puretech drivetrains and six-speed automatic
Australia to introduce Access and GT variant to local line-up
New-look 208 range to launch in Australia quarter four 2015
Final model specification and line-up to be confirmed closer to launch

Peugeot has previewed its new-look 208 range before its debut at the 2015 Geneva International Autoshow.

Revisions to the 208 include a refreshed styling package, new drivetrains, new on-board technology and an all-new variant, the 208 GT.

Peugeot Australia's, General Manager, John Startari said that the forthcoming updates to the 208 line will bolster the appeal of an already well specified and stylish vehicle.

"The new-look 208 range brings to life Peugeot's new styling language and supplements that with a range of new and efficient drivetrains," said Startari.

"While final model line-up and specification is to be finalised, the new-look 208 range will also bring with it a new model line-up for Australia with Access and GT joining the existing Active, Allure and GTi models."

NOTE: Local specification to be confirmed closer to Australian launch.

208 OVERVIEW
The assertive styling, sportier and classier, elevated by the 3D LED rear lamps fitted as standard, with original colours such as the sparkling Orange Power and a new range of personalisation options.

The range is expanded with the GT Line and GTi by PEUGEOT Sport, underlining the brand's move up-market.

More equipment is available to ease driving in urban conditions (Active City Brake, MirrorScreen, Reversing camera, Park Assist). The PureTech and BlueHDi meet the latest Euro 6 emissions standard with notably the most economical internal combustion engine in the world consuming only 3 litres per 100 km and producing just 79g of CO2 per km!

The new PEUGEOT 208 will be on sale in Europe from June 2015, and quarter four of 2015 in Australia.

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR STYLING
At the front, the new bumper presents a sharper, more precise and muscular line.

The wider grille and its thicker chrome finisher are now fully integrated into the bumper, as if they were carved from solid.

They suggest the quality and robustness, characteristic of a PEUGEOT.

On higher trim levels, the stamped chrome finisher on the new "EQUALIZER "grille gives it an original 3D effect.

Combined with separate front foglamps, this new identity transforms the vehicle, making it wider, more dynamic and more "planted" on the road, immediately inviting the driver to take the wheel.

The new styling is underlined at the front by new two-tone headlamps, with black and chrome masks structuring the lamp for a sharper look, and an LED light signature, a mark of felinity and technology.

Seen from the side, the energetic and contemporary proportions of the model (reduced overhangs, contained height) and the carefully worked styling (sculpted sides, chrome window surrounds, etc.) are retained.

However, the profile of the new PEUGEOT 208 can be distinguished by its new equipment, shown to advantage.

New wheels are available across the range, from the 15'' NIOBIUM wheel trims to the 17'' CARBONE wheels and the "Storm Mat " look on the PEUGEOT 208 GTi, including also the 16'' TITANE alloy wheels.

Different types of 16'' and 17'' alloy wheels are now available as options, reinforcing their exclusiveness: painted, diamante or with innovative sequential diamante or laser engraved finishes. In addition, chrome door mirror shells are now available, strengthening both the chic and sporty nature of the model.

At the rear, the lamps with their new 3D LED claws, captivate and surprise. Their very uniform look, opaline red-hot colour and very deep 3D effect make them real technological jewels. These lamps, with their three claws, symbols of PEUGEOT styling, are fitted across the range.

The range of colours and paint finishes available on the new PEUGEOT 208 is expanded with new colours.

With a rich and varied range of 13 available colours, it meets a growing demand from customers looking for differentiation and exclusiveness.

The new metallic Orange POWER is dynamic, young and fresh. With its lively appeal, this very trendy and joyful colour sparkles and enhances the overall look and feel of the vehicle.

INTERIOR
The PEUGEOT i-Cockpit in 208 comprises a compact steering wheel, a head-up instrument panel and a large touch screen.

The compact wheel, combined with the compactness of the new PEUGEOT 208 – less than 4 metres in length – makes the vehicle agile and ultra-easy to handle in town, delivering true driving pleasure.

The moulded dashboard strip, standard regardless of trim level, has new graining on the upper trim. Its soft touch and refined finish give the body of the dashboard an even higher quality presentation.

The head-up instrument panel places the essential driving information in the driver's field of vision, for greater comfort and safety. Its restrained and elegant design, white lighting ambience and central display screen assure the precision and legibility of driving information. Top of the range versions remain clearly identified by fine LED rings around the analogue dials.

Its large 7'' touch screen, provides intuitive and easy access to all systems (audio, navigation, telephone, vehicle information, internet). Furthermore, it brings with it the best of on-board connectivity: Bluetooth and USB and the new MirrorScreen system that makes it possible to transfer the screen of a smartphone to the vehicle's screen, to make full use of its applications.

Finally, the interior of the new PEUGEOT 208 benefits from an original lighting ambience. Pure and modern white backlighting is used for the instrument panel and its needles, as well as for all of the controls, and on all trim levels.

The LED courtesy lamp and the blue light guides in the panoramic roof contribute towards this technological, calm and refined ambience.

ALL-208 GT LINE
The new-look PEUGEOT 208 will add a GT variant from launch, adopting some of the styling attributes of the emblematic and sporty GTi version.

Fitting between the top of the range trim levels and the sporty GTi version, the new PEUGEOT 208 GT Line expands the range while building on the brand's strategy of moving up-market.

Available with the 1.2 litre PureTech 110 S&S petrol, the GT Line can be identified externally by the following features:

"EQUALIZER" grille with red 3D marking ;
Gloss black grille and front foglamp finishers;
Specific 17'' CAESIUM diamante alloy wheels ;
Perla Nera black door mirror shells ;
Chrome window surrounds;
Chrome exhaust tailpipe ;
GT Line badges in the grille, on the front wings and on the tailgate ;
Red PEUGEOT lettering front and rear.

There are many changes to the interior as well, making the cabin both top of the range and resolutely sporty:

Half-TEP PU black and red sports seats ;
Red stitching on the seats, door panel armrests, gear lever gaiter, leather gear lever grip (same as GTi) ;
Gloss black door handles with red line at the front (same as GTi) ;
Leather sport wheel with a flat section, red stitching and satin chrome insert ;
Black seat belts with red line (same as GTi) ;
Aluminum PEUGEOT door sill finishers ;
Aluminum pedal trims.

ADVANCED EQUIPMENT (NOTE: Local specification to be confirmed)
The PEUGEOT 208 was one of the first vehicles in the segment to make touch technology and connectivity widely available, with its large 7-inch screen being fitted to more than 80% of versions sold since launch.
It is also one of the rare hatches in the segment to offer the option of Park Assist, an active parking assistance system allowing a vehicle to park in and leave a parallel parking space automatically.

Today, the new PEUGEOT 208 maintains this lead by offering two new systems associated with urban use of the vehicle: Active City Brake and the Reversing camera.

The Active City Brake technology (automatic urban braking when there is a risk of collision) is a new system that makes it possible to avoid an accident or reduce its seriousness if the driver fails to react, in urban conditions at less than 20 mph (30 km/h).

A short range sensor (Lidar) is fitted at the top of the windscreen and can detect other vehicles driving in the same direction or stationary. The system can automatically generate maximum braking to avoid a collision or decrease potential consequences by reducing the speed of impact. In some cases, this can automatically bring the vehicle to a complete stop and avoid a collision with the vehicle ahead.

The reversing camera, available on selected models, uses the large colour screen and facilitates everyday parking manoeuvres. This driving aid displays the outline of the vehicle and its trajectory by means of coloured lines, so making manoeuvres safe and easy.

ON-BOARD CONNECTIVITY (NOTE: Local specification to be confirmed)
Connected to its time, the new PEUGEOT 208 offers the MirrorScreen function, allowing the user to duplicate the screen of their smartphone compatible with Mirrorlink®[1] or Carplay®[2] displayed on the vehicle's touch screen, so as to easily make use of the best of its applications.

This solution combines all of the advantages, maintaining the visibility and ergonomics of the mobile applications in complete safety, while benefitting from the size of the PEUGEOT 208's touch screen.

Access to applications depends on the status of the vehicle whether it is moving or stationary. While moving the driver can use applications created for driving such as navigation or infotainment (webradio). The compatible applications developed to date include iCoyote, Parkopedia, Glympse, and the Sygic navigation application…

ALL-NEW PURETECH DRIVETRAINS (NOTE: Local specification to be confirmed)
Modular and compact, clean and high-performance, this engine is a concentrate of efficiency and the latest technology. With a high pressure (200 bar) direct injection system, a new-generation high-efficiency turbocharger (running at 240, 000 rpm), it offers driveability among the best in the market, and this from very low engine speed.

Coupled with a 5-speed manual gearbox, this engine achieves remarkably contained CO2 emissions of 103 g / km.

It can also be coupled with the EAT6 automatic gearbox. Made by AISIN, this new automatic gearbox uses Quickshift technology allowing faster gear changes, while still ensuring fluid operation and pleasure in use.

It has also been designed to drastically lower CO2 emissions. As a result, the difference in emissions compared to the version with manual transmission is reduced to 1g/km (with the same tyre fitment). With an official CO2 emissions figure of 104 g / km, the 1.2 litre PureTech 110 S&S EAT6 is the reference in terms of a petrol automatic transmission in its segment. It also achieves a reduction of 45 g CO2 / km compared to the previous generation (the 1.6 litre VTi 120 automatic)!

The global petrol range contains the following versions: