The second generation of the compact-sized Peugeot 308 was introduced in 2013 and, four years later, a facelift improved the vehicle with new features and a bolder design.
The 2017 Peugeot 308 was an improved version of the second generation of the 308. It was difficult to enhance the model since the 308 was the 2014 “Car of the year” in Europe. But still, there were some ways to improve it.
From the outside, the most noticeable change was on the headlights, which received the LED daytime running lights that looked like claws, inspired by the brand's logo, the lion. At the front, a wide grille was installed. Its design was continued on the front bumper. On the sides, the bumper featured two large air scoops. The profile remained the same, but with some touches on the bodywork.
Inside, the 308 featured a better infotainment system with a touch-screen on top of the center console, integrated into the dashboard. The navigation system was developed together with TomTom and it featured live traffic information. The infotainment unit featured a screen-mirroring function for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The 5-door version offered enough room for five adult passengers. The EMP2 platform allowed more rear legroom for the passengers.
Under the hood, the 308 5-doors. Was offered with diesel and gasoline engines. A newly developed 8-speed automatic gearbox was available for specific engines.
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