Peugeot has revealed the latest version of the 208 before it makes its public debut at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show.
For the first time, the French manufacturer will be offering the supermini with an all-electric powertrain in the guise of the e-208 – while petrol and diesel engines will also be offered.
The brand claims the zero-emission option will be able to go up to 211 miles between charges and it comes with three driving modes to choose from – Eco, Normal and Sport.
Charging can be controlled via the myPeugeot mobile app, which can also be used to start to cabin’s air conditioning, screen clearing and seat heating functions. Peugeot claims the e-208 can be charged from flat to 80 per cent in 30 minutes from a 100kW rapid charger – while plugging into a conventional plug will take more than 20 hours to charge the battery.
Peugeot has also introduced styling elements from some of its recent releases, such as the 3-claw LED head and taillights, the larger grille and sportier overall design. The e-208 comes with a dual-tone Peugeot emblem as well.
Inside, the French brand has introduced the latest interpretation of the i-Cockpit cabin layout, which features a compact steering wheel, head-up display, either a seven- or 10-inch central touchscreen and seven toggle switches – while the 3D digital instrument panel can display all relevant driver information.
Peugeot UK managing director, David Peel, said: “Our work with the all-new Peugeot 208 and e-208 is a great representation of how we are pushing the brand forward to operate in the upcoming age of electric vehicles. Both the standard and electric version of the all-new 208 have been developed to be more economical, environmentally friendly and practical for drivers in 2019 and beyond to give customers the freedom of choice without compromise.
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“We are all so excited at Peugeot to be building towards our goal of a full electric range by 2023, and the all-new e-208 is a great step in cementing Peugeot’s foothold in the ever-growing EV market.”
Customers will be able to order the new 208 from March, with the model receiving its full public debut at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show which runs from March 5 to 17.
