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2008 Peugeot 308
The 2008 Peugeot 308 is a small Car.
There are 4 variants of the 308 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2008.
The 2008 308 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Peugeot 308 include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (88kW/160Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (80kW/240Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/240Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (115kW/240Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/240Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (128kW/240Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (100kW/320Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (100kW/320Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual, 4-speed automatic with manual mode, 6-speed manual manual, 6-speed manual automated manual sequential trans (amt) or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Driveaway
- N/A†
- Transmission
- 4 or 6-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
- N/A†
- Transmission
- 4 or 6-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Peugeot 308
2008 Peugeot 308
Features & Specs
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2008 Peugeot 308
Available Variants
The Peugeot 308 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being XS and the most expensive being XTS.
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Power to Weight
56.78 - 87.02 kW/t
55.75 kW/t
140.79 kW/t
Boot Space
430 litres
275 litres
544 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 7.9 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
10.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
759 - 1,277 km
759 km
1,277 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 4 years
1 year
4 years
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GT
2025
$0
Gt Line
2023
$47,917
Gt Premium
2023
$53,147
Gt Sport
2023
$70,180
Year
2025
2023
Engine Type
1.2L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
1.2L Combustion
1.6L PHEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Electric
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Station Wagon
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
107 kW
115 kW
96 kW
132 kW
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2008 Peugeot 308
Dimensions
4,276 mm
1,821 mm
1,519 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,276 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,821 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,519 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,608 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
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Peugeot 308
Sales Data
202490Total Sales
Peugeot 308 Sales rolling 12-months#
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Peugeot 308 is the XS variant that starts from $24,990.
See all Peugeot 308 PricingThe most expensive Peugeot 308 is the XTS variant that starts from $40,190.
See all Peugeot 308 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Peugeot 308 is offered by the XSE variant which can tow 1700 kg.
See all Peugeot 308 towing capacityThe largest Peugeot 308 is the XS variant which measures 1821mm wide, 4276mm in length and sits 1519mm tall.
The most powerful Peugeot 308 is the XTS variant which has 128kW of power and 240nm of torque.
The Peugeot 308 is built in France and shipped to Australia.
The Peugeot 308 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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