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Car and Driver
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
Peugeot e-208 GTi Is a Return to Hot Hatches for the French Brand
Peugeot announced the return of the GTi badge with the new e-208 GTi hatchback. The electric hot hatch makes 276 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque from its lone front-mounted motor. The e-208's verve isn't confined to the numbers; the GTi gets a look that matches its demeanor, with a widened stance, a new spoiler, and an aggressive rear diffuser. It's a big week for fast cars over in France. You may not have heard, but it's Le Mans weekend, and now Peugeot has announced the return of the GTi badge. That's right—the electric 208 has been given the GTi treatment, and it looks phenomenal. Peugeot Peugeot Starting off with the performance, the GTi's front-mounted motor was lifted from the Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce, its larger platform-mate. The lone motor produces a healthy 276 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque, which is enough to launch the little hatchback to 62 mph in a claimed 5.7 seconds. That may not sound like much here in the U.S., but the GTi has 142 more horsepower than the standard e-208 hatchback. Peugeot Along with making decent power, the e-208 GTi is equipped with a limited-slip differential to keep things tidy in high-speed corners. The tracks have been widened by 2.2 inches at the front and 1.0 inch at the rear. The suspension is fitted with hydraulic bump stops, dropping the ride height by 1.1 inches. The steering is also said to have been tuned for a more direct response during spirited driving. The real performance upgrade comes to the tires, with Peugeot equipping the e-208 GTi with a set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 rubber. In typical GTi fashion, the e-208 gets a visual makeover to match the performance upgrades. In addition to the wider and lower stance, the GTi gets a more aggressive front lip, along with a sizable spoiler and a large diffuser at the rear. Peugeot Given that Peugeot doesn't compete in the U.S., the new hot hatch won't be sold here. Despite the attractive performance metrics, we figure the rather small 54-kWh battery would scare off most American customers anyway. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Peugeot's GTi revived, but as an ultra powerful electric 208
For the first time in its one-again, off-again 41 year history, the Peugeot GTi name now features on an EV. Peugeot 208 once again wears the GTi name, but this time solely as an EV. Image: Peugeot Announced at the end of May as making a comeback five years after first rumours started emerging, Peugeot has officially revived the GTi nameplate for the 208, albeit solely with electric propulsion. Showcased on the eve of this weekend's 24 Hours of Le Mans, the newly named E-208 GTi also becomes the most powerful GTi-badged hatchback the Lion brand has ever made. Aggressive exterior Building on the aesthetic revisions applied to the standard 208 and by extension, the E-208, two years ago, the E-208 GTi receives model specific bumpers and door sills, colour-coded wheel arch extensions, slotted 18-inch alloy wheels supposed to pay homage to the 205 1.9 GTi, a front lip spoiler underneath the bumper, and 208 letting on the C-pillar. ALSO READ: Peugeot makes it official: GTi coming back in June but… Not stopping there, Peugeot has dropped the GTi's ride height by 30 mm compared to the normal E-208, while also increasing the front and rear tracks by 56 mm and 27 mm respectively. Claimed to be sporty but not overdone, the special applique concludes with an imitation gloss black rear diffuser, a black finish on the sealed grille, red detailing as a further nod to the 205 GTi, and black tinting for the LED fog lamps. Changes underneath and inside The work of Peugeot's Sport division, and reportedly with input of the 9X0 that will once again compete in the top-tier Hypercar class at Le Mans, the E-208 GTi's e-CMP platform has also undergone a series of changes from the standard E-208. As with the exterior, the interiors' main theme is red in a further nod to the 205 GTi. Image: Peugeot Besides the mentioned alloy wheels wrapped in specially designed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, Peugeot has fitted uprated springs and shock absorbers, a new anti-roll bar at the rear, a limited slip differential and retuned electric power steering. Along with the track width extensions, Peugeot has fitted bespoke Peugeot Sport brakes utilising red-painted brake calipers with four-pistons of a diameter of 355 mm at the front. Sport seats feature red accents, 208 GTi embroidery work and the Peugeot Lion logo integrated into the headrests. Image: Peugeot Inside, the tribute touches to the 205 GTi continue with red finishes on the floor mats, seatbelts, dashboard and doors, red accents plus a mesh pattern on the Alcantara sport seats, perforated leather and Alcantara with red detailing on the GTi-branded steering wheel, and seven ambient lighting colours. Voltage turned up Up front, the retention of the 54-kWh battery pack used in the regular E-208 has come with a considerable increase in power and torque from 115kW/260Nm to 206kW/345Nm. The same unit used in the Abarth 600e and Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce, the E-208 GTi will get from 0-100 km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds and hit a limited top speed of 180 km/h. Exterior design pays extensive homage to the iconic 205 GTi. Image: Peugeot The claimed all-electric range is 350 km and the waiting time using a DC fast charger up 100 kW less than 30 minutes from 20-80%. A 7.4 kW charger, which will require four hours 40 min of charging from a wallbox, is however fitted as standard. Not for us On-sale in Europe before the end of the year, with pricing still to be announced, the E-208 GTi is not expected to be offered in South Africa at any stage within the next few years. ALSO READ: Peugeot 208 GTi's imminent revival can bring fight to VW Polo GTI
Motor 1
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Peugeot Brings Back The GTi, But It's Electric
Would you look at that? Peugeot is beating Volkswagen to the electric GTI punch. Although the Germans unveiled a concept in 2023 and have been talking about a production version ever since, the French are launching to market first. As before, the company with the lion badge writes it 'GTi' with a lowercase 'i,' but the idea remains the same. The combustion-powered lineage ended in 2020 with the 308 GTi, and now the new E-208 GTi marks the beginning of the electric chapter. It's the first fully electric model from Peugeot Sport and follows the hot 508 hybrid launched a few years back. Still a front-wheel-drive affair, like any respectable hot hatch, the E-208 GTi features an upgraded motor producing 280 horsepower and 345 Newton-meters (245 pound-feet) of torque. If that sounds familiar, it's the same output as the Abarth 600e. Photo by: Peugeot That's a significant bump: 124 hp and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) more than the standard version of the subcompact electric hatchback. The added electric muscle helps the E-208 GTi sprint from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.7 seconds. Flat out, it tops 112 mph (180 km/h). Unsurprisingly, performance comes at the cost of efficiency. Prioritizing speed over range drops the WLTP combined cycle rating from 269 to 217 miles (433 to 350 kilometers). The GTi keeps the standard 54-kWh battery and can charge from 10% to 80% in about half an hour using a 100 kW DC fast charger. But the GTi is more than just a beefed-up motor. Peugeot fits it with a stiffer sports suspension that lowers the ride height by 1.1 inches (30 mm). The front and rear tracks are widened by 2.2 in (56 mm) and 1 in (25 mm), respectively, for a more aggressive stance. Exclusive 18-inch wheels, reminiscent of the 208 GTi's alloys, fill out the flared fenders. A bold red paint job pays homage to the original 205 GTi, while subtle aerodynamic touches, such as a front spoiler lip and a rear diffuser with an integrated LED fog lamp, complete the look. Performance hardware includes Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires (215/40/18), a self-locking differential built into the gearbox, and a new rear anti-roll bar. Larger 355-mm front discs with four-piston calipers handle braking. Want to disable all the driver assistance tech with a single press? Hit the dedicated Sport driving mode. Photo by: Peugeot Inside, the E-208 GTi sets itself apart from its more modest siblings. Redesigned front seats with integrated headrests pay homage to the 205 GTi 1.9, thanks to a central red stripe, while the right-side seat pattern echoes the 205 GTi 1.6. Alcantara accents, custom floor mats, and a red badge on the compact steering wheel complete the cabin upgrades. The E-208 GTi debuts today during the Le Mans 24 Hours weekend, and we're hoping it's just the start of more GTi-badged models, even if they're electric. It's not the first EV hot hatch on the scene. Relevant examples include the Abarth 500e, Cupra Born VZ, Mini John Cooper Works Electric, Alpine A290 , and the lesser-known MG4 XPower. We're still waiting on VW's own electric GTI to finally arrive. 2026 Peugeot E-208 GTi 25 Source: Peugeot The Latest From Peugeot Peugeot Let Designers Run Wild. This Is What They Came Up With Stellantis Names New Bosses for Jeep and Peugeot Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Peugeot e-208 GTi unveiled: French hot hatch goes electric
Peugeot is wading into the electric hot hatch battle with the GTi badge now affixed to the e-208 city hatch. Under the bonnet there's a more powerful French-made electric motor with 209kW and 345Nm driving the front wheels. That's quite a big step up from the regular e-208's 115kW motor. To help the GTi make a clean getaway it's fitted with a limited-slip differential. The e-208 GTi can complete the 0-100km/h dash in 5.7 seconds, and hit a top speed of 180km/h. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert A 54kWh battery from CATL is standard, and provides a 350km driving range under the WLTP standard. AC charging speeds top out at 7.4kW, and 100kW can be achieved with at a DC fast charger. The GTi rides on 215/40 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres wrapped around 18-inch wheels styled to resemble the 'hole' rims used on the 205 GTi. Peugeot claims this not only honours the car's heritage, but provides extra cooling for the brakes. The front discs have been upsized to 355mm with red-painted four-piston calipers. The brakes at the rear are unchanged from the regular e-208 for 'efficiency' purposes. Supplied Credit: CarExpert To benefit the car's handling, and stance, the GTi is 30mm lower than lesser e-208 variants, and its tracks are wider by 56mm at the front and 27mm at the rear. Inside the cabin there are new grippier front seats, a small steering wheel with a flat top and bottom, and plenty of red highlights. Prominent GTi badging appears on the alloy wheels, side sills, seats, and steering wheel. Faux suede trim is used on the door grips, steering wheel, seats, and centre console lid. Leather is applied to the seat bolsters and parts of the steering wheel, while a huge swathe of carbon-fibre-like trim stretches from the door cards and across the dashboard. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The e-208 GTi will be produced in right-hand drive for the UK and Ireland, but it's unclear if the e-208 GTi will grace Australian streets. Indeed the Australian future of the 208 range is unclear. Originally slated to appear locally in 2024, that date has come and gone with no movement at the station. Although the e-208 did receive Australian certification back in 2023, local importer Inchcape is keeping its cards close to its chest. The last GTi model sold in Australia was the 308 back in 2020, with the 208 and the 208 GTi discontinued in 2018. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Peugeot e-208 GTi unveiled: French hot hatch goes electric
Peugeot is wading into the electric hot hatch battle with the GTi badge now affixed to the e-208 city hatch. Under the bonnet there's a more powerful French-made electric motor with 209kW and 345Nm driving the front wheels. That's quite a big step up from the regular e-208's 115kW motor. To help the GTi make a clean getaway it's fitted with a limited-slip differential. The e-208 GTi can complete the 0-100km/h dash in 5.7 seconds, and hit a top speed of 180km/h. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. A 54kWh battery from CATL is standard, and provides a 350km driving range under the WLTP standard. AC charging speeds top out at 7.4kW, and 100kW can be achieved with at a DC fast charger. The GTi rides on 215/40 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres wrapped around 18-inch wheels styled to resemble the 'hole' rims used on the 205 GTi. Peugeot claims this not only honours the car's heritage, but provides extra cooling for the brakes. The front discs have been upsized to 355mm with red-painted four-piston calipers. The brakes at the rear are unchanged from the regular e-208 for 'efficiency' purposes. To benefit the car's handling, and stance, the GTi is 30mm lower than lesser e-208 variants, and its tracks are wider by 56mm at the front and 27mm at the rear. Inside the cabin there are new grippier front seats, a small steering wheel with a flat top and bottom, and plenty of red highlights. Prominent GTi badging appears on the alloy wheels, side sills, seats, and steering wheel. Faux suede trim is used on the door grips, steering wheel, seats, and centre console lid. Leather is applied to the seat bolsters and parts of the steering wheel, while a huge swathe of carbon-fibre-like trim stretches from the door cards and across the dashboard. The e-208 GTi will be produced in right-hand drive for the UK and Ireland, but it's unclear if the e-208 GTi will grace Australian streets. Indeed the Australian future of the 208 range is unclear. Originally slated to appear locally in 2024, that date has come and gone with no movement at the station. Although the e-208 did receive Australian certification back in 2023, local importer Inchcape is keeping its cards close to its chest. The last GTi model sold in Australia was the 308 back in 2020, with the 208 and the 208 GTi discontinued in 2018.
