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The Next Peugeot 208 Could Change Everything

If you think the Peugeot 208 is just another neat little Euro-hatch that people in Lyon buy to park outside cafés, think again. The next one – coming in 2026 – isn’t just important for Peugeot; it’s a make-or-break moment for Stellantis, the massive automotive empire that now herds everything from Alfa Romeo to Opel under one giant corporate umbrella.

And the new 208? It’s leading the charge – literally.

The Dawn of STLA Small

This is the first car to roll out on Stellantis’s brand-new STLA Small platform, a modular EV architecture that’ll underpin everything from A-segment city cars to C-segment hatchbacks and crossovers. Think of it as Stellantis’s Swiss Army knife: clever, compact, and able to take both hybrid and fully electric powertrains.

But here’s the twist – Peugeot’s next 208 will be EV-only. No petrol, no diesel, no mild-hybrid safety net. Just electrons. And that’s a bold move when even the big players are hedging their bets in this unpredictable EV market.

Numbers That Matter

Why give this huge responsibility to a supermini? Because the 208 is Peugeot’s bread and butter. In the first half of 2025 alone, it notched up 109,146 sales, beaten only by the Renault Clio and Dacia Sandero. If Peugeot can make the EV transition work here, it can make it work anywhere.

So while Stellantis’s other brands – Fiat, Vauxhall, Citroën – will eventually jump onto the same platform, the 208 gets the first dance.

Battery Bonanza

The new chassis can swallow battery packs ranging from 37kWh to 82kWh, which is a big jump from today’s maximum of 52kWh. Expect the 208 to get one of the juicier packs, probably that 82kWh job seen in the wild Vauxhall Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo concept.

That would mean a proper grown-up range well north of 300 miles, maybe more – making those endless charging stops on French autoroutes a distant memory.

Power? Peugeot’s being coy, but the current 156bhp e-208 is a decent starting point. The STLA platform can handle way more though – up to 395bhp if you bolt in twin motors. A new GTi-badged electric hot hatch, anyone? Don’t rule it out.

Inside the Electric Future

If the drivetrain sounds radical, the cabin is about to go full sci-fi. Peugeot’s Polygon concept, due to debut in November, will preview the new car’s tech-laden interior. Out goes the familiar small round steering wheel and in comes something straight off a spaceship – a rectangular “Hypersquare” controller connected to a steer-by-wire system.

Yes, you read that right: no physical steering column. Just sensors, servos, and software. It’s the first time Stellantis has used this tech, and Peugeot insists it’ll bring new levels of agility and precision. And of course, it frees up a ton of cabin space.

Top that off with a 21-inch panoramic curved screen – borrowed from the 3008 – and you’ve got one of the most futuristic interiors ever seen in a compact hatch. Former Peugeot boss Linda Jackson called it “technically superior” and claimed it enhances that elusive Peugeot trademark: driving pleasure.

The Look of the Future

Outside, the next 208 will finally join the family photo. Expect design cues from the latest 308, 3008, and 5008 – with those claw-shaped LED lights, crisp surfacing, and the new Peugeot shield up front. The Polygon concept will be wilder, of course, but the production car will be a handsome evolution rather than a complete reinvention.

Dimensionally, it’s set to grow a touch – around 130mm longer and 105mm wider than today’s model – giving it a more planted stance without losing that city-friendly feel.

Built in Spain, Built for the Future

Production will continue at Zaragoza in Spain, alongside the next-gen Corsa (which also ditches petrol power). The 208 hits the line at the end of 2026, with the Corsa following in early 2027, and a new 2008 crossover not far behind.

Pricing? Expect it to hover around the current £30,000 mark, but that’ll depend on which battery you pick and how Peugeot positions its trims.

Peugeot’s not just building another electric hatchback here – it’s setting the tone for Stellantis’s entire next generation of small cars. The 208’s move to EV-only is gutsy, the tech is ambitious, and that steering system could redefine how we think about driving feel in compact cars.

If Peugeot pulls this off, the 208 won’t just be another electric hatch. It’ll be the car that proves mass-market EVs can still have soul.

Source: Peugeot

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The Peugeot 3008 Hits 200,000 Units: A French Success Story with an Electric Edge

Peugeot likes to call the 3008 “an emblematic model of French charisma,” and, looking at the sales charts, they might have a point. Since its latest generation launched in September 2023, the compact SUV has been on a tear across Europe, topping its segment in France and steadily gaining traction abroad. This month, Peugeot’s Sochaux plant built the 200,000th unit, marking a milestone in what’s shaping up to be one of the brand’s strongest modern success stories.

The numbers speak for themselves. Fully electric versions of the 3008 already account for 22 percent of sales—well above the segment average—while more than half of buyers spring for the range-topping GT trim. That’s unusual for a mainstream SUV, and it shows the 3008 is punching above its weight in both image and execution.

The Sochaux factory, Peugeot’s historic production site and now the beating heart of Stellantis’ French operations, has had to adapt quickly to demand. The plant employs 6,500 people running 2.5 shifts, and its single assembly line is designed with flexibility in mind: internal combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric versions all roll off the same line. In typical Stellantis fashion, the setup is less about tradition and more about efficiency.

If design is what gets buyers in the door, Peugeot hasn’t skimped on drama. The new 3008 trades boxy crossover cues for a sleek fastback SUV profile, topped off with the brand’s futuristic Panoramic i-Cockpit® interior. Underneath, it rides on Stellantis’ modular STLA Medium platform, which is as versatile as it is forward-looking. Customers can pick anything from a modest 145-hp hybrid to a 195-hp plug-in hybrid, or go fully electric with a trio of E-3008 options: a 210-hp single-motor, a 325-hp dual-motor AWD, or the headline-grabbing 230-hp Long Range, which Peugeot claims delivers a best-in-class 700 km (435 miles) of range on the WLTP cycle. If real-world numbers come anywhere close, it would make the E-3008 one of the most usable EV SUVs in Europe today.

Peugeot is also trying to ease ownership concerns with its Care Warranty program. Each 3008 comes with a standard two-year factory warranty, plus up to six more years (or 160,000 km) of free coverage, automatically extended with each service performed at a Peugeot dealer. For European families wary of EV battery longevity, that’s a reassuring safety net.

With demand showing no signs of slowing, the 3008 has secured its place not only as a sales leader but also as a statement of intent. For Peugeot, this isn’t just another SUV—it’s a blueprint for how the brand plans to balance design flair, electrification, and mass-market appeal in the Stellantis era.

Source: Peugeot

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Peugeot E-Traveller Combi Joins UK’s Electric Car Grant Lineup, Knocks £1,500 Off Price

Peugeot is sweetening the deal for buyers of its all-electric people hauler. The E-Traveller Combi has officially been added to the UK Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme, shaving £1,500 off the list price and slotting it alongside the rest of Peugeot’s expanding EV portfolio. With the incentive applied, prices now start at £35,425 OTR MRRP.

The E-Traveller Combi isn’t just another box on wheels. Available in Standard (4.98 m) and Long (5.33 m) lengths, the van was designed with professionals in mind—think shuttle services, executive transfers, or anyone tasked with moving lots of passengers and their gear in comfort. And at 1.90 m tall, it can still sneak into most urban car parks without drama.

Range anxiety? The E-Traveller offers up to 219 miles (WLTP) on a charge, with the ability to jump from 20 to 80 percent in 45 minutes via a 100-kW DC fast charger. That’s commuter-friendly and trip-ready versatility rolled into one.

Inside, the cabin punches above its weight. A 10-inch HD touchscreen running Peugeot’s i-Connect infotainment system comes standard, complete with wireless smartphone mirroring, 4G connectivity, and even an “OK Peugeot” voice assistant. Safety kit is equally generous: Lane Keep Assist, Intelligent Speed Assistance, Driver Attention Alert, and Advanced Emergency Braking are all baked in.

On top of the ECG discount, Peugeot has bolstered its EV contributions by up to £4,500, potentially slashing monthly PCP payments by as much as £145. That’s serious incentive stacking in an already competitive segment.

Peugeot also leans on what it calls its Electric Promise: an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty for both the vehicle and the battery, plus coverage for key components such as the motor, transmission, and onboard charger. Buyers also get a Free2Move Charge Pass—in partnership with Octopus Electroverse—granting one-tap access to 700,000+ charge points across the UK and Europe.

In a market where practicality often comes with compromises, the Peugeot E-Traveller Combi is starting to look like one of the smarter plays for fleet operators and families alike—especially now that it qualifies for government support.

Source: Peugeot