Next-generation Peugeot 308 went to test – Auto Review

Hatchback Peugeot 308 second generation debuted in 2013 and has since managed to postpone the planned restyling and a series of minor updates. In Russia, five-door cars were sold until 2018, after which the model left the market due to low demand. However, in Europe and China, the Peugeot 308 is also rapidly losing customers for the fifth year in a row. But the third generation model is just around the corner: camouflaged prototypes have already entered road tests and for the first time hit the lens of photo spies.

Judging by the pictures, the profile of the new “three hundred and eighth” will resemble its predecessor: the roof line and the shape of the side glazing have practically not changed. However, behind the camouflage film new blocks of LED optics are visible: apparently, the hatchback will be decorated in a new corporate style. The front panel in the cabin was prudently covered with covers, although one curious detail still remained in sight – a steering wheel with a new corporate emblem.

According to preliminary information, the Peugeot 308 will retain the EMP2 platform, and the range will include rechargeable hybrid modifications, which are already available in the related 3008 or 508 models. from him it would be rash.

The third-generation Peugeot 308 family will be presented towards the end of 2021, and production cars are expected to go on sale in the European market no earlier than 2022. Alas, in Russia, the prospects for the new model after the failure of its predecessor are very vague.

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