The Peugeot 308 and 308 SW have seen commercial success with 146,000 units ordered worldwide by the end of August. Following this positive sales performance, the French company decided to introduce new versions on of the 308 GT in both hatchback and station-wagon body styles.
In terms of looks, the front end of the 308 GT now houses the ‘lion’ in the grille with three horizontal blades on either side of the emblem and LED lighting used throughout. For optimum vision in all circumstances, the 308 GT has been fitted with top of the range headlights made-up of elements containing 62 LEDs.
The range of colours for the 308 GT includes the new Magnetic Blue as seen on the picture above. According to the French automaker, this colour suits the cars’ fluid and dynamic lines, emphasising its ride height, lowered by 7mm at the front and 10mm at the rear.
An exclusive ambiance is also achieved within the cabin. Both roof lining and upper window pillars are finished in anthracite colour along with red stitching punctuating the upholstery trim and Alcantara as standard or Club Nappa leather as an option. Red stitching is also found on the dashboard, door panels, gear lever gaiter and on the floor mats.
The new 308 GT will be offered in two choice of engines; 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol that churns out 202hp and 285Nm and a 2.0-litre diesel that delivers its maximum power of 177hp and its maximum torque of 400Nm. The petrol engine can only be mated to 6-speed manual gearbox, while the diesel engine can only be had with a new 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddles.
The 308 GT will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show next month, while deliveries will commence in January, 2015. In the meantime, check out the picture gallery below.
