It’s only been three years since the Peugeot 308 went on sale, but it’s already getting a nip and tuck.
We didn’t think the 308 needed a new look, but clearly Peugeot disagrees.
From autumn 2025, the 308 hatchback and 308 SW estate will get a ravishing new look to bring it closer to the latest 3008 SUV.
The most noticeable aspect is a new LED daytime running light signature, made up of Peugeot’s now-familiar three slashes. The headlights are now split, with the dipped beam in the same cluster as the DRLs, and the full beam unit placed beneath in a subtle area that joins an air vent. There are new diamond-cut alloy wheel designs, and two new blue paint shades as shown in these pictures.
While some of the styling tweaks are purely aesthetic – such as the illuminated grille on GT-badged models – the overall effect is a more aerodynamic front end. That’s helped to push the range up for the plug-in hybrid and fully electric models.
However, both the PHEV and EV versions also come with a bigger battery than before. In the e-308, the 58.4kWh (55.4kWh usable) battery enables a 281-mile range – 23 more than the pre-facelift car. Efficiency is boosted by regenerative braking with three strength levels, and top-spec GT Premium cars get a heat pump as standard. Electric 308s all get a heated steering wheel and heated seats, so you don’t need to use the cabin heating quite so much.
The tweaked plug-in hybrid powertrain now produces 195hp, and is mated to a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The range jumps by 12 miles to an official 53 miles.
There’s also a hybrid petrol engine, which is reportedly able to drive on electric power for up to 50% of the time around town, and the 1.5-litre diesel engine is still available to order for the time being.
Inside, there’s a few new materials and an increased focus on recyclability and sustainability. Over 30% of the 308’s materials are recycled, which adds up to over 400kg per car.
The trim level lineup has been shuffled. There’s no base-model Active trim any more – instead your choice is Allure, GT or GT Premium. Prices haven’t been revealed yet, but we’d expect a starting price of around £34,000.
All models get the Peugeot i-Cockpit layout with digital dials, while GT and GT Premium models add extras such as matrix LED headlights, sequential indicators and back-friendly seats with heating and massage functions.
You’ll start to see new 308s appearing in Motorpoint stores in the middle of next year, with big discounts versus the list price. Alternatively, if you can live without the new illuminated grille, grab a bargain on a used Peugeot 308 that can be driven away today.
