The Peugeot 208 is the rare supermini that lets you pick how it is powered without changing the car you fall for. One 208 hatchback, four ways to drive it: a turbocharged petrol, a self-charging hybrid, a full-electric E-208, and now a 281hp electric GTi engineered by Peugeot Sport. Peugeot calls this the power of choice, and no other car in the class stretches that choice as far. Below you will find how the Peugeot 208 GT, Allure, Style, GT Premium and the new Peugeot 208 GTi differ, what each powertrain suits, and where to find yours at Vertu.
The Peugeot 208 is a five-seat supermini sold with a genuine spread of powertrains, so the decision starts with how you want to fuel your week rather than which trim to pick. Choose the Turbo 100 petrol for the simplest ownership, the Hybrid if most of your time is spent in town, or the electric E-208 if your daily mileage fits inside its range. It is one of the few cars at this size where that question has four real answers rather than one.
Those four answers share the same compact footprint, and that footprint is what makes the 208 easy to live with. At just over four metres long with a turning circle of 10.3 to 10.4 metres, it slots into tight city parking spaces that leave larger hatchbacks circling the block. Drivers moving up from an older supermini get the modern Peugeot i-Cockpit layout and up to 268 miles of electric range, with no extra bulk to thread through traffic.
Sitting above the mainstream range is the newest reason to shortlist the 208 in 2026: the new Peugeot 208 GTi. This E-208 GTi revives the GTi badge that defined the hot Peugeot 205 four decades ago, now as a fully electric performance hatch with 281hp, a mechanical limited-slip differential and Peugeot Sport chassis hardware. For a buyer who wants the everyday sense of a 208 with a real performance ceiling, it has no direct rival among electric superminis.
Inside, the Peugeot 208 interior is built around the Peugeot i-Cockpit: a compact steering wheel you look over rather than through, with the instruments raised into your eyeline above it. On GT and above that display becomes a configurable 3D head-up instrument panel that layers key information closer to the road, which keeps your focus up and out on the move. A 10" HD touchscreen handles the rest, angled toward the driver and flanked by a row of piano key toggle switches for the functions you reach for most.
That driver-focused cabin steps up in material as you climb the range. Style and Allure use hard-wearing woven and tri-material seats, while GT adds dynamic seats with Adamite green stitch detailing. GT Premium goes further with Alcantara Iconium trim, heated front seats and a driver massage function for longer stints behind the wheel. 8-colour ambient lighting is standard from GT, so the cabin mood is yours to set.
The Peugeot 208 GTi interior takes that same architecture somewhere more purposeful. It fits sculpted Sport seats in a TEP, Alcantara and GTi-fabric mix, with red seatbelts, a red cabin carpet and Ruby Red and Tramontane stitching. The instrument graphics are swapped for bespoke telemetry, including a G-force meter and lap timers. It is the one 208 whose interior tells you what it is before you have turned a wheel.
The Peugeot 208 wears the brand's boldest design language, and the signature you notice first is the lighting. Every version carries the vertical 3-claw LED daytime running lights down each side of the front bumper, with full LED headlights and Smartbeam Assist arriving from GT level. A gloss black strip links the two three-claw clusters across the tailgate.
Those exterior cues sharpen as the trims rise. Allure introduces 16" Noma diamond-cut alloy wheels and dark tinted rear windows. GT then adds 17" Yanaka alloys, gloss black wheel arch extensions and the option of a gloss black diamond roof for a two-tone finish. Electric versions replace the GT tailgate badge with a dichroic 'E' monogram on the C-pillar, a nod to the Peugeot 205 whose silhouette the C-pillar still echoes.
That heritage cue is subtle; the E-208 GTi is anything but. It stands 25mm lower on a widened track and fills its arches with exclusive 18" Belchamp alloys. Red accents run through the front signature, the brake callipers carry the Peugeot Sport name, and the extended wheelarches and rear sport diffuser finish the look. You will spot it apart from every other 208 on the forecourt before you read a single badge.
The Peugeot 208 follows a four-step trim ladder, from Style through Allure and GT to GT Premium, with the E-208 GTi sitting apart as the electric performance flagship. The table below shows how equipment builds across the range, so you can see which trim first brings the features that matter to you.
| Feature | Style | Allure | GT | GT Premium | E-208 GTi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infotainment & Technology | |||||
| 10" HD touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital instrument panel | 3.5" | 10" configurable | 10" 3D configurable | 10" 3D configurable | 10" 3D with GTi telemetry |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connected 3D Navigation with TomTom | ✓ | Optional | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wireless smartphone charger | ✗ | Optional | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| Comfort & Convenience | |||||
| Automatic air conditioning | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric parking brake | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 8-colour ambient lighting | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Heated front seats | ✗ | ✗ | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| Driver massage function | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Keyless entry (Open & Go) | ✗ | Optional | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety & Driver Assistance | |||||
| Active Safety Brake (AEBS) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lane Keeping Assist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | ✗ | Optional | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| Blind spot monitoring | ✗ | Optional | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| HD rear camera | ✗ | Optional | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360� cameras | ✗ | Optional | Optional | ✓ | ✓ |
| Exterior & Wheels | |||||
| Alloy wheels | ✗ (16" steel) | 16" Noma | 17" Yanaka | 17" Yanaka | 18" Belchamp |
| Full LED headlights with Smartbeam Assist | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gloss black diamond roof | ✗ | ✗ | Optional | Optional | ✓ |
| GTi Sport Features | |||||
| Sport seats with GTi upholstery | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Mechanical limited-slip differential | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Alcon front brakes with red callipers | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Equipment sourced from the Peugeot 208 & E-208 and E-208 GTi specification guides and Peugeot UK. Some options are available within equipment packs; your local Vertu dealership can confirm the exact specification of any car in stock.
The Peugeot 208 offers four distinct powertrains, and the table below compares their power, acceleration and range or economy so you can match one to how you actually drive. Petrol and hybrid figures are quoted as WLTP combined economy; electric figures are quoted as WLTP combined range.
| Variant | Power | Torque | 0-62mph | Economy / Range (WLTP) | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | |||||
| Turbo 100 | 101hp | 205Nm | 10.1s | 54.3-55.4mpg | 6-speed manual |
| Hybrid | |||||
| Hybrid 110 e-DSC6 | 101hp | 205Nm | 9.8s | 54.9-65.9mpg | 6-speed automatic |
| Hybrid 145 e-DSC6 | 136hp | 230Nm | 8.1s | 54.8-65.6mpg | 6-speed automatic |
| Electric | |||||
| E-208 Electric 50kWh 136 | 136hp | 260Nm | 8.1s | Up to 226 miles | Single-speed automatic |
| E-208 Electric 51kWh 156 | 156hp | 260Nm | 8.2s | Up to 268 miles | Single-speed automatic |
| Electric Performance (Peugeot Sport) | |||||
| E-208 GTi | 281hp | 345Nm | 5.5s | Up to 233 miles | Single-speed automatic |
Fuel economy and electric range figures are WLTP combined values, quoted for comparison purposes. Real-world range and economy depend on driving style, weather, load and other factors. E-208 GTi range is achievable with optional 18" Hankook tyres; figures sourced from the Peugeot 208 & E-208 and E-208 GTi guides and Peugeot UK.
Which powertrain earns its place depends entirely on your week. The Hybrid recharges itself as you drive and can run on electric power for up to half of your time in town, so it suits busy urban miles without ever needing a plug. The electric E-208 produces 260Nm of torque the instant you press the accelerator and emits zero tailpipe emissions whilst driving; its Peugeot 208 electric range reaches up to 268 miles on the 51kWh 156. And the E-208 GTi reaches 62mph in 5.5 seconds, using its mechanical limited-slip differential and Peugeot Sport chassis to turn that instant electric torque into true cornering composure rather than just a fast number.
You can explore the full Peugeot 208 range with Vertu, an official Peugeot retailer. Whether you have settled on the efficient Hybrid, the electric E-208 or the Peugeot 208 GT, our colleagues can walk you through every trim and powertrain to find your fit. Browse the latest new Peugeot 208 deals or view the wider new Peugeot range to compare it against other models.
Prefer to see one in person? You can find your nearest showroom through our Peugeot dealerships and book an appointment to take a closer look. If you are switching to electric for the first time, our colleagues can talk you through charging, the government grant on qualifying new EVs, and everyday running.
Ready to talk numbers on a new Peugeot 208? For current Peugeot 208 price and finance information, the quickest route is a personalised quotation. Our colleagues will talk you through every option, from monthly finance to part-exchanging your current car against a new one.
To get started, contact your local Vertu dealership for a tailored quote on the trim and powertrain you have in mind. To keep your 208 at its best afterwards, you can also explore Peugeot servicing at Vertu, carried out by manufacturer-trained colleagues using genuine parts.
A new Peugeot 208 gives you a genuine choice of petrol, self-charging hybrid or full-electric power in one compact, easy-to-park supermini, plus the option of the new 281hp E-208 GTi. Every new car comes with Peugeot's warranty and, on electric versions, up to 8 years of Peugeot Care cover, making it a reassuring family-friendly first or second car.
Buying new also means the latest Peugeot i-Cockpit technology, the newest safety systems as standard, and a car built exactly to your chosen trim and colour rather than someone else's specification. Our colleagues at Vertu can help you match the right 208 to your driving.
Yes. Every new Peugeot 208 is backed by Peugeot's manufacturer warranty, with a free optional third year through the UK retail network. Electric E-208 models add an 8-year or 100,000-mile traction battery warranty covering at least 70% of capacity, plus up to 8 years of Peugeot Care.
Buying your 208 new from Vertu means the car is prepared and handed over ready to drive, with Peugeot-trained colleagues on hand for its servicing life. That combination of warranty cover and manufacturer-backed servicing is what makes a new 208 a dependable long-term choice.
The Peugeot 208 is available as a full-electric car, called the E-208, alongside petrol and hybrid versions. The electric E-208 comes with two battery options: a 50kWh 136hp version offering up to 226 miles, and a 51kWh 156hp version offering up to 268 miles of WLTP combined range. Both produce zero tailpipe emissions whilst driving.
There is also a high-performance electric flagship, the E-208 GTi, which pairs 281hp with up to 233 miles of range. If you want an electric supermini, the E-208 gives you three distinct electric versions to choose from.
The electric E-208 charges from 20% to 80% in around 25 to 27 minutes on a 100kW rapid DC charger, depending on battery size. On a 7.4kW home wallbox, a 20% to 80% top-up takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes, making overnight home charging straightforward for most drivers.
The E-208 also lets you set an 80% charge limit to help preserve battery health, adjustable through the touchscreen or the MyPeugeot app. Our colleagues at Vertu can talk you through home and public charging when you visit.
Yes, Vertu offers the Peugeot 208 Hybrid as an official Peugeot retailer. It is a self-charging hybrid, so it never needs plugging in: the battery recharges as you drive and while braking. Available with 110hp or 136hp and a 6-speed automatic, it can run on electric power for up to half of your time in town.
The Hybrid is a natural first step towards electric motoring for drivers who are not yet ready to charge at home. Browse the range with our colleagues to see current availability.
The Peugeot 208 is available as both automatic and manual, depending on the powertrain. The Turbo 100 petrol uses a 6-speed manual gearbox, while every Hybrid comes with a 6-speed automatic. All electric E-208 versions, including the E-208 GTi, use a single-speed automatic, so they drive with no gear changes at all.
If you want an automatic 208, the hybrid and electric versions cover that, while the petrol suits drivers who prefer a manual. Our colleagues can help you compare them side by side.
It depends on the version. The Peugeot 208 GT petrol reaches 0-62mph in 10.1 seconds, while the quickest hybrid manages 8.1 seconds and the electric E-208 covers it in 8.1 to 8.2 seconds. The new E-208 GTi is in a different league, sprinting from 0 to 62mph in just 5.5 seconds thanks to its 281hp Peugeot Sport powertrain.
That makes the E-208 GTi comfortably the fastest 208 ever, using instant electric torque and a mechanical limited-slip differential to put its power down cleanly.
The Peugeot 208 offers 352 litres of boot space on petrol and hybrid versions, expanding to 1,163 litres with the rear seats folded. The electric E-208 and E-208 GTi provide 309 litres, rising to 1,118 litres seats-down. All versions use a 1/3-2/3 split-folding rear seat as standard for flexible loading.
That is competitive boot space for a supermini, enough for a weekly shop, a pushchair or weekend luggage on petrol, hybrid or electric alike.
The Peugeot 208 measures 4,055mm long, 1,765mm wide (mirrors folded) and 1,430mm tall, on a 2,540mm wheelbase, making it a compact supermini that parks and threads through town without fuss. Its turning circle of 10.3 to 10.4 metres helps in tight city streets and multi-storey car parks.
The performance E-208 GTi is slightly larger, at 4,100mm long with wider tracks, reflecting its lowered, widened Peugeot Sport stance. All versions seat five.
The Peugeot 208 is available in a range of colours including Agueda Yellow, Okenite White, Cumulus Grey, Selenium Grey, Nera Black, Alvao Green, Elixir Red and Vertigo Blue. GT and GT Premium versions can also be finished with a gloss black diamond roof for a two-tone look.
The E-208 GTi adds Miramar Blue and pairs its colours with a Black Diamond roof as standard. Availability varies by trim and stock, so our colleagues can confirm the colours available on the 208 you are interested in.
Yes, every Peugeot 208 comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, across all trims and powertrains. These connect your smartphone to the 10" HD colour touchscreen without a cable, giving you access to navigation, music and messaging through the car's display.
The 208 also features voice recognition and, from higher trims, Peugeot's Connected 3D Navigation with TomTom live traffic updates. It is a well-connected cabin whichever 208 you choose.
Yes, the Peugeot 208 is available through the Motability Scheme at Vertu, which lets eligible customers exchange their mobility allowance for a new car with insurance, servicing and maintenance included. It is a popular choice on the scheme thanks to its compact size, easy access and choice of automatic hybrid and electric powertrains.
You can explore availability on our Peugeot 208 Motability page, or learn how the scheme works through our guide to Motability.
The Peugeot E-208 GTi is the first fully electric Peugeot GTi, reviving the hot-hatch badge made famous by the Peugeot 205 GTi. It produces 281hp and 345Nm from its Peugeot Sport-engineered electric motor, reaching 0-62mph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 112mph, while offering up to 233 miles of WLTP combined range.
Beyond straight-line pace, it adds a mechanical limited-slip differential, a lowered and widened chassis, Alcon front brakes and 18" Belchamp alloys, making it a genuine performance hatch rather than a styling exercise. It sits at the top of the 208 range as its electric flagship.
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