[POV] 2020 Peugeot 208 1.2 PureTech Test Drive

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Note: The engine is indeed an inline 3 cylinder, please excuse the technical error.

The new Peugeot 208 majors in great design. It brings a sense of style that provides a real feelgood factor, helping it stand out in the crowded super-mini market.

This isn't the easiest car to get in and out of if you're an adult of reasonable stature, due to its fairly narrow door openings. But once inside, the 208 has a good amount of room for two adults, with just about enough head and leg room for taller people.

The 208’s interior is one of the most strikingly designed in the small car class – even including premium models, such as the Audi A1. The use of high-end materials and soft-touch surfaces make it feel upmarket, too, and if you go for GT Line trim you'll get some fancy ambient interior lighting.

The Puretech 130 is a relatively strong engine that pulls from low revs and feels gutsy if you work it harder. It's absolutely ideal for propelling you along on A-roads and motorways without any fuss.

The 208 scores well for comfort, offering a gentler and more supple ride than even the Volkswagen Polo or Audi A1 can offer. Things remain relatively smooth at all speeds, but are particularly so on the motorway where the 208 lopes along like a much larger car than it is.

While the 208 is a cushy and comfortable boulevard cruiser, it's not the sportiest of the small car breed. Compared with a Fiesta or even an Audi A1, there's more body lean through tight twists and turns, and it isn't as keen to switch from left to right.

Engine type: Inline 3 turbo
Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
Displacement: 1.2 l (1199 cm3)
Power: 130 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque: 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) @ 1750 rpm
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Layout: front engine, front wheel drive
Top speed: 208 km/h (129 mph)
Curb weight: 1158 kg (2552 lbs)
Average fuel consumption: 4.5 l/100 km (52 mpg US / 62 mpg UK)

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