Peugeot 208 (2012 – 2019) | Expert Rating

Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Peugeot 208 offers something sufficiently distinctive to make Brits question their devotion to the stuck-in-a-rut Ford Fiesta, and sufficiently samey to pose a dilemma for Vauxhall Corsa loyalists.”
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Model reviewed: 2015
Score: 7 / 10
“Eye-catching looks and a strong engine line-up are just a couple of things that support the 208’s cause.”
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Model reviewed: Allure
“The 208 is comfortable and quiet inside. It’s a hatchback that’s designed to be easy to live with and comfortable on the road, so it’s perfect for buyers who want little fuss from their car.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“The Peugeot 208 drives like a small city car should: it’s fairly fun at lower speeds, but is also surprisingly capable at long-distance driving thanks to a comfy ride.”
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Model reviewed:
“The 208 is a well-built hatchback with a fine choice of engines, delivering impressive fuel and CO2 figures. There should be something to suit all tastes.”
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Model reviewed:
“Peugeot has injected some style and excitement back into its B-segment offering with the 208, and with female buyers targeted it’s become an affordable and stylish car.”
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Model reviewed: 1.6 BlueHDi 100
Score: 7 / 10
“The Peugeot 208 has had a mid-life refresh, but the highlights are still the small steering wheel and the potential 83.1mpg economy from the 1.6 BlueHDi 100 diesel engine.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“The Peugeot 208 is a good-looking new supermini that’s lighter than the 207 that it replaces, and it has some efficient powertrains including a 3-cylinder petrol unit returning 65.7mpg along with 99g/km CO2 emissions.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“”The Peugeot 208 is an upmarket-looking small hatch that is really ageing well.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The 208 is an appealing hatchback. The styling has aged as well as any of its rivals, and running costs should be low.”
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Model reviewed: 208
“The 208 is a strong contender, but ultimately we still prefer the Fiesta for its engaging handling.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The Peugeot 208 is attractively styled and well-equipped.”
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Model reviewed:
“The Peugeot 208 is clearly a serious contender.”
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Model reviewed: 2012
“The Peugeot 208 definitely has the styling, although the Fiesta remains the better driving car — but not by much.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 6 / 10
“The 208 is the best small Peugeot in years, but still a flawed proposition.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The Peugeot 208 is significantly lighter, to the benefit of the ride and handling, and of course efficiency. One of the stars of the line-up is the new three-cylinder petrol engine tested here.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 6 / 10
“One of the classiest small cars on sale, the Peugeot 208 is also an affordable choice.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“Peugeot needed to be bold to regain ground in a sector it once led. The 208 delivers.”
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Model reviewed:
Score: 4 / 10
“The 208’s cute detailing, tidy curves and beaming face give it instant kerb appeal, arguably more so than rivals such as the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo.”
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Model reviewed:
“The Peugeot 208 has plenty of showroom appeal, thanks to the 208’s stylish looks and classy cabin. What’s more, buyers can choose from a wide range of fuel-efficient engines.”
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Model reviewed:
“The 208 hatchback is roomy, refined, and well equipped, as well as being good-looking and value for money.”
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