Peugeot targets hot-hatch sector

In light of their continuing desire to attract more hot hatch enthusiasts, Peugeot has brought the 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport to market in Ireland. The 308 GTi has been developed by Peugeot Sport engineering experts to offers drivers the ultimate ride and performance.

It comes with Peugeot’s unique i-Cockpit interior, a 1.6-litre THP Stop & Start petrol engine and a tuned chassis. Available in two versions – a 250bhp version and a 270bhp version with Torsen differential, the featured engine is the most efficient in its category, capping CO2 emissions at 139g/km and delivering 6.0 litres/100km. The 308 GTi 250bhp retails from €36,990 plus delivery, whilst the 270bhp version is launched from €39,990 plus delivery related charges. The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport is now available on special order through the Peugeot dealer network in Ireland.

“As with all our competition models including the recently victorious 2008 DKR beast, in developing the 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport, we targeted all aspects of the car, including weight, the efficiency of the chassis and brakes, the engine performance and the body-hugging seats,” said Bruno Famin, Director of Peugeot Sport.

“Those who buy the car are set for an intense experience with this new version developed by an entire team. It comes with a raft of high-end performance features as standard.”

The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport, in both 250bhp and 270bhp guise, adopts a striking stance, sitting 11 millimetres lower to the ground on large wheels. Full LED headlamps flank an exclusive black radiator grille with a horizontal chequered pattern and gloss-black finishing, while two ample exhaust pipes are found housed at the rear. There are two front spoilers below the bumper, which add to aerodynamic performance, with a SCx of just 0.69. The GTi signature is clearly visible on the front wings and the tailgate.

For more, read this week’s Connacht Tribune.