New Peugeot 308 review: better than a Mercedes A-Class?
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- Опубліковано 7 чер 2024
- 2022 Peugeot 308 review: carbyr.uk/3k9vSm2
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SUVs may be all the rage right now, but a family hatchback is still one of the best-value propositions on the new car market. Peugeot’s latest 308 promises striking looks as well as cutting-edge tech that puts even some premium rivals to shame. But can it really stand up against the likes of the Volkswagen Golf or even the Mercedes A-Class? Richard Ingram puts it to the test to find out.
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00:00 - Introduction
01:16 - Interior and equipment
03:03 - Engines and running costs
05:21 - Practicality and boot space
06:14 - Dealmakers and dealbreakers
06:59 - Verdict - Авто та транспорт
Have been a Peugeot driver for 30 years and have had 305s, 306s and 308s. Currently have a 2008 and the i-cockpit works fine for me. This new 308 looks the part and I can wait for full electric.
This reviewer had the steering wheel too high
Such a Beautiful Hatchback😍😍😍 Much better looking than a Focus, Astra or Golf, especially in top spec GT Premium. I wish that all press cars were Top Spec models with all the options added
Totally agree, the latest facelift on the Focus looks rubbish, really awkward!!
They often are - allows us to appraise the car properly and decide which spec to choose!
Better looking than Astra? Not really, speak for yourself 🤔 Astra is essentially the same car but cheaper.
Just needs a proper steering wheel.
Got one recently on a cheap lease deal. Very happy with it. Looks nice, i-cockpit is fine & 1.2 engine with 130 bhp is powerful enough.
How much is the lease deal you got
Nice to see a review in mid tier equipment!!
Most beautiful hatchback for sure. I love the a class, but i prefer the looks of the 308 in and Ort
Golf, focus, astra has a lot to catch up
I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Looks very stylish particularly the Exterior
Having test driven 3008 as new possible dog carrier to replace unreliable Alfa Stelvio, I think the I Drive set up with steering wheel is absolutely no issue . Just would like physical climate and agree the hybrid is better than 1.3 petrol having driven both all be it in 3008 ...quick note we also have had a Golf 7.5R the interior in new Golf 8 is horrendous quality compared with Peugeot
If you think the new golf has a poor quality interior you should see the new Audi A3, it’s even worse! I don’t know what Vag are playing at!
Unlucky for your Stelvio, there are a lot of people that have Stelvios without problems
Went to have a look at some Peugeot's recently, while they all look nice i just couldn't get into a position where the steering wheel wasn't blocking the drivers display.
The fact that a french hatchback comes only as an automatic is pretty amazing to me. French hatchback buyers usually go for base spec and manual.
As someone who has had several Pug hot hatches (205 GTi 1.6, 205 GTi 1.9, 208 GTi, 308 GTI) it's the lack of options at the end that concerns me.
And much as I just bought a manual car (GR Yaris), it's definitely time for most machines to be automatic now we're in the era of DCTs etc.
PS You mention "basic" but Peugeot are really trying to go a little upmarket these days, with prices to match
The manual box is available in LHD markets. I suspect we'll get it further down the line.
@@jbconno But it’s the way the world is going. The 508 is auto only unless you get the poverty spec diesel. I wouldn’t want a manual either under any circumstances, it ruins adaptive cruise control.
The 308SW is a much better car. The i-cockpit works really well, you look over the steering wheel not through it and is very responsive with lots of customisable options, ride is super smooth with a suspension that is quiet and refined, huge load space, looks better on the outside than the one reviewed!
Hi guys, need help in getting a car for my cousin. Family of 3, Merc Benz GLB 200 line premium plus, Range Rover Evoque, Audi Q3 sportback, X3 and Jaguar E -pace. Which do you recommend? Thanks
How many family hatchbacks regularly carry fully grown and tall adults in the back?
How many family hatchbacks are driven by 0-60 enthusiasts?
Lovely car.
Many family's have teenagers who on the whole are pretty much fully grown by 15
@@bikeman123 And who prefers to stay at home, in fact 95% of the time you don't need the rear seats
1.2 puretech 130 is a great engine, it's got enough punch, he doesn't know what he's talking about, it's won awards 4 years running, I've got this engine in my peugeot
Also the wheels on the trim reviewed here are 17" and this exact 1.2 130hp petrol engine got awarded engine of the year 4 years in a row.
@Roger The best engine by far is the 2L diesel engine (in Australia). Not sure if it will be available in the new 308's.
Really enjoy the small steering wheel.
You are supposed to look over the steering wheel at the I cockpit 😁You have the wheel too high...
Enjoyed this review, not a super this or super that anywhere 👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
The fact that all other car journalists have been able to work out how to set up the iCockpit (hint: the steering wheel is not supposed to be as high up off your lap as you are traditionally used to) is very telling about how this review was going to go 👎🏻
Correct, the design of the steering wheel is so you look over it not through it, do your research 😂
He was trying to prove it was no good by purposely putting the wheel too high
@@truthseeker8483 He was also sitting too close to the pedals - no wonder he wasn't comfortable.
There is no difficulty with the steering wheel. Just spend a bit of time setting it up. No problem.
Beter looking then golf and much beter road holding
Looks amazing
That is not the original Megane. There was at least one predecessor.
That's right!
You're right - we corrected it with a *Mk2 graphic. Sorry, slip of the tongue!
Touch screens or ok if you are not driving a car physical buttons and nobs are safer
Absolutely beautiful hatchback. Definitely best looking and most unique in its class. Peugeot has done brilliant job with all new pugs. I own 2017 308 Gti BPS for nearly 5 years now and I never had single issue. What a fun and amazing car to drive 🙏 videos on my UA-cam
Is there not a sport mode then?
The GT version has a sport mode.
New non plugin hybrid added to 308 range. No reviews yet. ( 1.2 Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 )
We don’t have Peugeot in United States! Do you guys think This is a better car than Honda or Toyota? 🤔
I'm really pleased with my new Peugeot 308 GT petrol, it's a great car. I've had it almost a month and do I regret my decision YES. The reason why is that Peugeot are supplying the new 308 with missing equipment. Mine is missing...heated windscreen, wireless charging, 3D i-Cockpit, heated steering wheel and traction control deactivation. There should be a series of function buttons to the bottom right of the steering wheel. My car just has 5 blanking plates where these should be and this missing kit is not an isolated incident, search for - Peugeot Forum..Missing Specifications. It's my first and last Peugeot. I'm in touch with Peugeot UK but haven't got anywhere yet !!!
they also somehow made some mistake on that i-cockpit design in 308. their latest ncap safety test shows too much pressure on driver's chest area and %76 rating for the cabin safety which is the lowest in the family (astra %80/ds4 %85). i dont want to wear my tinfoil head and speculate but given their being french history im almost sure they f.ed up while trying to find design/budget balance. i had too high hopes for the new generation of c hatches from stelantis but they just cant help themselves when it comes to design over real life usability decisions.
A good and stylish hatchback, but quite disappointed by the engine choices. Thanks for your review!
Our pleasure!
Me in my manual Peugeot 308 2022: 🤣
I just bought a new 308 2024.
Manual. 😆
Amazing car !
That wasn’t the original Megane in the photo. Also I think the wishy washy quality of the video doesn’t help. Other than that it’s a very, very nice car.
haha nice dig at Nicola @ 1:36 :D
We love her really!
@@carbuyer I love her too, fan followings gone up since she has joined the team and replaced the other presenter who wore maroon chinos. 😃
why do reviewers include the Octavia in a hatch review to compare with. it's not a hatch looking at it. it's more like a saloon and it's a bigger car. compare it to golf, focus, Megan, astra etc
We mentioned all four of those cars too! Octavia is a similar price point, so it's important to highlight that those wanting space over and above anything else should look at the Skoda.
Sorry but I can’t abide that steering wheel. I imagine it’s like driving with a button sewn on.
Not sure why you make such an issue of the i cockpit if ford or bmw had done it you would love it
The idea is to put the wheel down low and look at the dials straight ahead as you would look at the road like a head up display
You hadn’t set it up right if the instruments are obscured
Mk2 Megane? Cool? Have you taken your pills today mate? 😂
Wow... he was trying so hard to find things that are not good with this car. Maybe he should cover the badge throughout the whole filming.
Huh?
The diesel engines are far superior to the hybrids or petrol. The 1.2L petrol engine is beginning to have a couple of problems (timing chains - oil leaks) - and it lacks power.
Insignificant price hike 6 half k yes it is for many!
Not insignificant - we said NOT insignificant!
Better from far
I think your final verdict was a bit off. But other that that, I must say that I did enjoy your review, surprisingly. It was well balanced and your improvement as a presenter was very noticeable. I wish you got on a bit more detail on inner quality and stowage space though., like Nicole does.
Noted - we'll add more on quality and storage in the next one! Thanks for the feedback.
That drivers display just looks annoying, and I hate the wheel. Looks are ok, but those 'fang' DRL's just don't do it for me (Peugeot trying too hard to be different maybe). I'd take the new Astra over this - it's a better looking car that's been getting some very good reviews. I'm sure that going automatic only is priming people for EV's - there's no reason why you wouldn't have a manual option.
Most people I have spoken too like the wheel once you get used to it (resistance to change)
If you can’t get the view of the gages easily then not much point in buying it
you can...just lower the wheel...unless you are a reviewer trying to prove something
@@truthseeker8483 Good point. His driving position is appalling. I've noticed this with a lot of reviewers. Actually the reviewer with the correct driving position was a lady (can't remember her name).
The colours, especially the blacks, look washed out in this video especially compared to the Auto Express video 😥
Had the new 3008 then moved to new 2008 and now ordered petrol 308 GT Premium. i.cockpit is no problem as seats adjust and so does the steering wheel!
FYI, no mobile phone chargers yet, apparently the fault of Russia invading Ukraine. 🙄
NO PHONE CHARGERS?
@@sleekzofficial3377 According to the dealer I ordered from, there is a supply problem with wireless charging units!
Since Mat Watson leaved this channel , it is just going down and down , I was huge fan but now it is just bleehhh!!!
Mate that was like 8 years ago. Get a life
Automatic only is a dealbreaker for me. Would rather get a Mazda 3 manual
Who wants manual?
@@rc666 me an many many other DRIVERS
@@rc666 real drivers
Me. I have a manual Mazda3. Gear changing is a joy.
Ur way too close minded...
Humberside police have got one
I find this review utterly condescending towards Peugeot... 'if you cover up this badge..." you can't be serious...
you totally over estimate German car makers , and clearly under estimate the French.
The French have been doing great cars since 2012, 10 years.... keep up. BE PROFESSIONAL.
It's not about underestimating "the French". But historically, the German manufacturers (Audi, BMW, Mercedes) have been considered the premium manufacturers - reflected in their higher list prices. We try to make our reviews relatable, sorry if you feel we've missed the mark.
@@carbuyer I'm french I thing your review is fair. My first car was a 206 plus. Very cheap but good chassis but far from premium. 10 years ago a Golf was more premium for sure !
@@carbuyer BMW's (from 2008-2014 ) had huge problems with engines and electrics. Yhey seemed to fix them from 2015 -quotes from both my mechanics - they specialise in European cars - I live in Australia.
If you can get past that horrid i-cockpit design and you can actually see the display then the diesel is the wise choice for many IMO.
3 cylinder engine ends it all for me. For that price you can get 1.5Tsi which is a ton better.
3 cylinder T U R B O......not that bad....
What’s the obsession with a 3 cylinder engine? I’ve driven the 1.2t in the 208 and it’s not really different to the 4 cylinders I’ve driven. Just sounds a bit different
Take your notes and look at them when it ever does 200k km. And its slower than a 4-cyl TSI.
The Mercedes A class is not a particularly good car so if this car is better, then it's still nothing to celebrate.
Absolutely. I had an A class . The Golf , Mini Clubman, and Mazda 3 I had subsequently were much better cars.
A posh car reviewer who doesn't like a french car... What a surprise, huh?
Factually incorrect with his Megane reference and generally a depressing reviewer. He probably drives a 318d and reads the daily mail.
And u probs comment on things u don't like for a living...
@@georgedowns4034 I haven’t published anything about you so no …
@@ST-ur7oh now ur just proving my point. Well done...
130 horses of no thank you!
i'm sorry to say but i saw the carwow review i'm kinda sry
This comment makes zero sense...
@@georgedowns4034 you don't know carwow
@@picardlouis2653 I do. But the carwow vid came out like a week before this so I dunno why u clicked on this anyways...
@@georgedowns4034 idk i support the both
@@picardlouis2653 fair enough
Its not automatic only
It is in the UK!
oooo, "grow over" already about this steering wheel... I'm only 1.72m and I have ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEM with instrument cluster visibility in my P508II as well as I didn't have it in P5008II before 508! and, no, I don't have a steering wheel "dropped into my lap", nor do I have seat raised up to its maximum.
does it require a slight adjustment of driving position? yes it does! is it "the end of the world" because of it? no it isn't! ...in fact, once you get used to it (which happens rather quickly), it's hard to get back behind "normal" st.wheel..... so, stop nagging about it and adjust! it would be time already...
No manual ?
Hahaha. Pass.
Grey, grey, grey. The interior is colored sooo dull.
eeeeeeeeeeewwwwwwww looks very grey inside
Bad review, sorry but didn’t like the way this was presented.
Sorry you think that - what was it you didn't like?
@@carbuyer don't entertain the negative Nigels
Hmm can't explain why tho...
Icockpit is the most stupid design ever, why do something a percentage of people will hate or won't be able to use properly??? The Astra has a much better interior
The steering wheel is so stupid!
Dead segment now.
It does seem to be going that way but I still choose this type of car over an SUV.
Nah not rly
Lets be honest, what a stupid car!