Electrification is increasingly present in the Peugeot range, and even the 208 has not remained insensitive to the charm of sustainability, as underlined by the presence in the range of the 100% electric variant, the E-208, capable of covering more than 400 km with a full of energy.
In Spain, during the testing of the E-308, it was also possible to drive the E-208; an important car for the lion house, considering that in 2022 it became the best-selling electric car in Europe in the B segment.
With the same engine power as the E-308, i.e. 156 HP, the E-208 demonstrates a certain verve in mixed sections, due to its reduced weight resulting from more compact dimensions, despite having less rapid steering and a less composed set-up. of his older sister.
Ride comfort is always valid, thanks to a quiet cockpit and a less rigid set-up on bumps compared to the E-308. Furthermore, the more intimate driving position offers better visibility of the instrument panel, while the 10-inch central screen evolves from the previous 7-inch one and, on the Allure and GT variants, is HD.
The finish is satisfying both to the eye and to the touch, even despite its segment belonging to a lower segment than that of the E-308. Adopting a smooth driving behavior, the 51 kWh battery promises a range of over 400 km in the WLTP combined cycle (under approval).
Furthermore, it recharges from 20 to 80% in less than 25 minutes by accepting a power of 100 kW from direct current charging stations, and offers two on-board battery chargers for recharging with alternating current, the 7.4 kW one as standard, and the 11 kW one available as an option. On the road, but also when stationary, the new E-208 also stands out for its sportier look, with the three vertical claw LED light signature on the front bumper, which is also repeated horizontally for the rear light clusters.
The picture is completed by the new grille which matches the color of the bodywork and the new Peugeot logo.
The GT also features glossy black wheel arches that contrast with the basic livery, and also offers the option of having a black roof, while glossy black mirrors are standard for all versions. Available in 3 trim levels, called Active, Allure, and GT, the E-208 has a starting price of 36,430 euros.
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