Peugeot 308 Hatchback (07 on) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 28 September 2007 Last Updated: 21 March 2012 Peugeot is striving to match the class leaders for quality with the 308 - the first car of the '8' generation. It shares many parts with the older 307, which is evident in the styling - the newer model looks little different from the car it replaces but it's been overhauled inside with a hugely improved cabin that feels upmarket. If you can look past the bland looks the 308 offers decent handling - although the steering feels a little over assisted. Overall, while certain elements of the 308 have improved, the Peugeot shares too much with the 307 and rivals offer more style and driver appeal. The refreshed version has a less in-yer-face face, and with introduction of the stop/start on the e-HDi version it offers affordable running costs. 3.5 out of 5 Other Peugeot reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £15,345 - £21,745 View all new prices Used price range: £3,782 - £15,776 View all used prices See 48 new models for sale from £11,036 Get a Peugeot 308 Hatchback (07 on) information pack Next steps Peugeot 308 Hatchback cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 872 models like this for sale, starting at £4,250. Find used Peugeot 308 Hatchbacks for sale Good quality interior, large boot, good range of engines, economical e-HDi Brittle ride, shares too much with the 307 to be a true step forward, poor five-speed gearbox Peugeot is striving to match the class leaders for quality with the 308 - the first car of the '8' generation. It shares many parts with the older 307, which is evident in the styling - the newer model looks little different from the car it replaces but it's been overhauled inside with a hugely improved cabin that feels upmarket. If you can look past the bland looks the 308 offers decent handling - although the steering feels a little over assisted. Overall, while certain elements of the 308 have improved, the Peugeot shares too much with the 307 and rivals offer more style and driver appeal. The refreshed version has a less in-yer-face face, and with introduction of the stop/start on the e-HDi version it offers affordable running costs. Driving & Performance Performance 3.5 out of 5"The 95bhp mustered by the smallest 1.4 VTi engine in the 308 range feels just about enough to..." Handling 3.5 out of 5"The 308 is fine to drive, but doesn’t make the driver feel as connected to the car as in the Ford..." Comfort Comfort 3.5 out of 5"Peugeot has made huge efforts to improve refinement in the 308. The seats are comfortable, there's..." Practicality 4 out of 5"The Peugeot’s boot has a high sill, making it awkward to load items, plus in order to fold the seats..." Equipment 4 out of 5"As part of the refresh Peugeot has introduced and entirely new trim range in line with the rest of..." Behind the wheel 3.5 out of 5"From the driving seat the 308 has an upmarket feel, with soft-touch materials on the dashboard and..." Costs Running costs 3 out of 5"List prices seem fairly steep when compared to many rivals including the Fiat Bravo and Citroen C4." Green credentials 3.5 out of 5"The e-HDi is the pick of the bunch with CO2 emissions of 98g/km. Peugeot has reduced weight on the..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The 308 has scored very well in the Euro NCAP crash tests, with a maximum five stars for adult..." Reliability 3.5 out of 5"Peugeot has been working to improve reliability and early indications with new products show things..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"It shouldn't be too difficult to negotiate a decent discount with a Peugeot dealer especially on a..." Buying used 4 out of 5"Look for a car with average or low mileage and avoid the entry level Urban spec cars which come..." Selling 3.5 out of 5"1.6 VTi and 1.6 HDi 110 cars will probably be easier in the Active or Allure trims since they offer..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Peugeot 308 Hatchback (07 on) 1.6 HDi (110bhp) Sport 5d 5 out of 5 “ Great sized boot, handy slide out trays under front seats and lots of space upfront. ” Ciaran Magennis Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Peugeot 308 cars for sale We have 872 models like this for sale. Find Peugeot 308 cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Peugeot 308 Hatchback (07 on) 1.6 HDi (110bhp) Sport 5d 5 out of 5 “ Great sized boot, handy slide out trays under front seats and lots of space upfront. ” Ciaran Magennis