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2016 Peugeot 308
The new Peugeot 308 is a Small Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $27,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Active variant and topping out at $49,990 for the GTI.
There are 2 variants of the 308 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2015.
Engine options include 1.6L turbo gasoline direct injection & multi-point (184kW/330Nm) and 1.2L turbo gasoline direct injection & multi-point (96kW/230Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2016 308 is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$27,990 - $49,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$27,990 - $49,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Peugeot 308
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
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Cost of Ownership
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2016 Peugeot 308
Available Variants
The Peugeot 308 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Active and the most expensive being GTi.
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Power to Weight
83.48 - 165.98 kW/t
59.78 kW/t
180.06 kW/t
Boot Space
435 - 470 litres
280 litres
605 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.1 - 6 L/100km
1.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
883 - 1,039 km
566 km
1,368 km
Price
$27,990 - $49,990
$22,490
$78,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 3 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,790 kg
1,735 kg
2,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 kg
750 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
109 - 110 mm
98 mm
175 mm
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Peugeot 308
Dimensions
4,253 mm
1,804 mm
1,457 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,253 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,804 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
Derek Fung
2026 Peugeot 308: Update swaps fangs for claws, improves EV range
The Peugeot 308 facelift appears four years into its lifecycle, and includes a cleaner face and upgraded EV drivetrain.
4 Months Ago
Marton Pettendy
Peugeot 308 recalled
Almost 200 examples of the French brand’s small wagon produced between 2015 and 2018 have potentially faulty seatbelts.
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William Stopford
Multiple Peugeot models recalled for fire risk
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Peugeot 308
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Peugeot 308 is the Active that starts from $27,990.
See all Peugeot 308 PricingThe most expensive Peugeot 308 is the GTi that starts from $49,990.
See all Peugeot 308 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Peugeot 308 is offered by the Active which can tow 1200 kg
See all Peugeot 308 towing capacityThe largest Peugeot 308 is the Active which measures 1804mm wide, 4253mm in length and sits 1457mm tall.
The most powerful Peugeot 308 is the GTi which has 200kW of power from its 1.6L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point engine.
The Peugeot 308 is built in France and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Peugeot 308 is the GTi which weighs 1790 kg (kerb weight).
The Peugeot 308 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.
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