2022 Peugeot 308 GT diesel review - Third-Gen 308 is the best one yet!
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- It not only has one of the best looking bodies in its class, but the new Peugeot 308 drives well, has plenty of tech and the range of engines is what the market is looking for right now, with the most potent power plants being plug-in hybrids. I drove a top spec 1.5-liter diesel in GT trim and found lots of things to like about it, one of which was the way it handled a twisty road. It really makes me sorry that Peugeot decided against making a 308 GTi hot hatch based on this third generation of the model, although the manufacturer could make an all-electric hot hatch down the line...
*small correction: there IS still a wheelbase difference between the hatch and wagon versions of the new 308 (the load-lugger is still longer both in terms of wheelbase and overall length), but the hatch does offer more rear knee room than in the previous version of the model.
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I started with that kind of steering wheel and now its my life, dont want to go to bigger steering wheels. Good control indeed.
Well, you should try a more traditional wheel setup before declaring it good :) Sure, the Peugeot solution has its advantages, but a more old school wheel has its upsides too.
@@OneTireFire Was glad to get shot of my e2008 with the many issues i had and of course the steering wheel design fault..looks like still not fixed on the 308 but i think i read somewhere they have redesigned the virtual cockpit now for the e308 due to complaints although could have been another future Peugeot model. I like the idea of the diesel 308 (suits my needs) but need a test drive to confirm the steering wheel issue is still there and to test suspension setup on the diesel.
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This hatch looks like a great contender, Peugeot design is miles ahead of the basic interior in a top seller here such as corolla.
Yes, no other rival in the segment is as nice to look at and special to be aboard of, although I think the Corolla that you mentioned is actually pretty cool too, at least the latest version of the hatchback sold here in Europe. I mean in the US it's even available as an all-wheel drive hot hatch, so credit where credit's due :D
@@OneTireFire I love in the caribbean where we get a mix of both EU and USA cars. I currently drive a Skoda Octavia TDI and looking for replacing it for something that can get me close to the 700km per tank I get now.
Very cool, I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing!
It's very interesting that they are using a 1.5L diesel - seems far too small for my liking. I live in Australia and have a 2012 2L HDi Diesel. In Australia the diesel options were 1.6 or 2L. No-one recommends the 1.6L for Australian conditions. The 2L diesel engine is the best engine put into Peugeot (and I have spoken to the best Peugeot Mechanics in Australia). It has plenty of power and no mechanical issues. (mine only has 150,000kms on the clock). Plenty of room in the back. Handles well. Fuel economy is 5L /100kms on a trip (and I drive pretty hard). Around the city I get 7 -7.5L/100kms. Very comfortable driving position and it has the old style steering wheel. Great car - will run it into the ground as the newer style engines haven't been perfected yet.
PS- for those European readers, Australia's emission laws are not as strict as Europe, hence the use of diesel engines. They work really well in Australian conditions.
Thanks for the review but I think I'll keep my 2L diesel.
Thanks for watching!
I’ve driven all predecessors right down to the 306 (which had a 2.0HDi engine) and I can tell you this new 1.5 is really strong for what it is. Not up to the performance level of a modern 2 liter diesel engine, but about as quick as a 2 liter from a decade ago. I actually really liked the engine and with the eight speed gearbox, it really does a good job of using all the available torque - i actually liked the powertrain, to be honest.
Yep I agree the 2l diesel is a great unit - mine is on 92k miles and like you I think I will run it as long as I can. Shame they haven’t kept a 2l diesel in new range..
@@andrewjohnston1963 I agree
Saw interesting comments on another video comparing the new 308 to the new Astra (Opel) and mentioning the front and back of the new 308 has virtually no protection as no bumper hence the radar behind the badge on the 308 is not protected in the vent of a bump /crash. Also the matrix headlights on the Astra are apparently much better quality than the 308.
Thanks for sharing! You’ve made me curious. I’ll try to get an Astra to review and I’ll get back to you :)
Very good review! thank you!
Thanks for watching!
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New non plugin hybrid added to 308 range. No reviews yet. ( 1.2 Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 )
That’s not a hybrid. It’s a mild hybrid.
nice review!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks v helpful review. As a 2l GT mk2 308 driver I am nervous about going down to 1.5L but I need an SW and would expect an 8 speed diesel to return better economy than my 2l though did just get 6.6L p 100 on 2300km drive London to Alps and back.. Not a fan of hybrid so will deffo test drive one of these. Thanks A
You should get better economy than that in this vehicle, even as an automatic wagon.
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Agree me and many of my friends don't like new shield lion head sign. And it's unacceptable to set clime and all other only on stupid tablet, we respect buttons. It goes with overall design but we really Love old Lion on my 308. Thanks, one of the best reviews
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I think manufacturers are starting to realize we want physicsl buttons in our cars. VW is removing touch controls and replacing them with physical buttons in some of its future facelifts, for instance.
I’m customizing a new 308 GT, should I add the Surrounding package plus? The package consist of 360 camera, change lane assist and reverse alert.
Yeah, I think those are all systems you want on a car, especially the 360-degree camera and the reverse alert. The latter is really useful when you're reversing onto a road and you can't quite see what's coming.
In the UK mid spec upwards have wireless carplay and android.
Looks like it’s linked with getting the extra screen for the infotainment, which my tester had. But it still asked me to plug the phone in for CarPlay. Maybe a newer version of the software has made it wireless and my car didn’t have it.
@@OneTireFire I drove the allure premium in the UK about 2 months ago which definitely had it and it worked really well.
@@andrewfinkelsteintennis1915 Was it the diesel you test drove? How did you find it? Nice trim level.
@tonale it was the 1.2 petrol...decent unit quite refined and a nice drive overall. However I cancelled my order in the end as waiting times became so long.
cool video. but your seating position is wrong. You should sit more upstraight. like in Rallying, lol, then you see the dash with no problems. Most of people sit in a car like in their TV furniture at home...
@@rattlestream hey, thanks for watching! I don’t think it’s my seating position, though. I actually sit pretty upright. It’s just that this car forces me to drop the steering wheel lower than I’d like. I still think it was pretty dumb of Peugeot to force you to look over the wheel at the dials. Cool car otherwise.
@@OneTireFire no thats not dumb. In Gt cars on racetracks you have the dash right above the top of the wheel. I am a Sim Racer and my seating position is the same when racing and when i tested the 308 i remembered the smaller wheel, the dash above the wheel and the wheel i can pull to my body from my sim racing position! Believe me, 99% of people dont sit correctly as they should.
@@rattlestream Maybe it works for sim racing and your body type, but for me in a real car it's not so great. And there are a lot more people that I've talked to who find this type of setup a problem than those who like it and even defend it.
@@OneTireFire problem is that people are lazy and want to cruise laying in their cars. SUVs are better for them. In a gt sporty car you sit more upstraight. Thats not so comfy, but correct. And then you see everything 😉
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Which Peugeot is your favourite? I like the old 504 coupe the most :)
308 badge on the bonnet?!lol why?
It's a retro touch inspired by the old 504 (and possibly others)
Interior is horrible. Older one was nicer.
I disagree.
@@plopperator wtf???
Haha dont me laugh..I have had mine for 7700kms and numéros electronic problems its worse than gen 2..
Hmmm, what problems have you experienced? It’s still a very new car so there were no reliability reports that I could read. I know the previous generation was okay in this respect, although not class leading…
A diesel in 2022 and you give it a positive review? LOL!
Yeah, I did, because it was good…
@ RPF Strange comment, diesel is still the best option for many people. I have had an e2008 for 3 years, currently have a MHEV and the 308 diesel is on my shortlist for my next car. A very solid diesel with great fuel economy.Well done Peugeot and thank you for still producing diesel models. I had a megane 1.5 diesel for many years and never missed a beat. Regret trading it in.
Good looking car but when electrics start acting up it's a nightmare, mine 4months old is in n out every week for intermittent things which they cant solve, latest was to reflash the car brains and now it's a new reversing camera, my advice stay away
I am surprised because I have asked around and I hadn't heard any such stories about the new 308. The old model, sure, is known for its gremlins - I guess maybe it was still too new when I tested it for these problems to show themselves.
Thanks for your comment.
@@OneTireFire final straw was trying open car weekend when could not get in no matter what done,had call rescue who eventually opened door and checked battery which was completely dead,he connected his PC and then charged battery from battery pack and showed me there was a 7.5volt draw on car from somewhere which he said was crazy amount, took car to garage where they discovered the ICU or brain car was short circuiting and switching electrical components on n off at random times, hence dead battery, ICU replaced and then a short in wiring harness was discovered and they are still going over it
Really - does the logo actually require any comment at all. In importance, number 6798.
Well, I thought it was quite a big visual change for Peugeot, so yes, it did require a comment…
@@OneTireFire i disagree
In general, what is a small detail to some, can be a deal breaker to others
The black plastic cladding that supposedly defines an SUV, I think is a crime against humanity, to others they may say what black plastic cladding? They would be stupid...obviously 😁
Bizarre comments galore for this video which i do not understand. Great review. Thank you.