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The Citizen
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Peugeot's GTi revived, but as an ultra powerful electric 208
For the first time in its one-again, off-again 41 year history, the Peugeot GTi name now features on an EV. Peugeot 208 once again wears the GTi name, but this time solely as an EV. Image: Peugeot Announced at the end of May as making a comeback five years after first rumours started emerging, Peugeot has officially revived the GTi nameplate for the 208, albeit solely with electric propulsion. Showcased on the eve of this weekend's 24 Hours of Le Mans, the newly named E-208 GTi also becomes the most powerful GTi-badged hatchback the Lion brand has ever made. Aggressive exterior Building on the aesthetic revisions applied to the standard 208 and by extension, the E-208, two years ago, the E-208 GTi receives model specific bumpers and door sills, colour-coded wheel arch extensions, slotted 18-inch alloy wheels supposed to pay homage to the 205 1.9 GTi, a front lip spoiler underneath the bumper, and 208 letting on the C-pillar. ALSO READ: Peugeot makes it official: GTi coming back in June but… Not stopping there, Peugeot has dropped the GTi's ride height by 30 mm compared to the normal E-208, while also increasing the front and rear tracks by 56 mm and 27 mm respectively. Claimed to be sporty but not overdone, the special applique concludes with an imitation gloss black rear diffuser, a black finish on the sealed grille, red detailing as a further nod to the 205 GTi, and black tinting for the LED fog lamps. Changes underneath and inside The work of Peugeot's Sport division, and reportedly with input of the 9X0 that will once again compete in the top-tier Hypercar class at Le Mans, the E-208 GTi's e-CMP platform has also undergone a series of changes from the standard E-208. As with the exterior, the interiors' main theme is red in a further nod to the 205 GTi. Image: Peugeot Besides the mentioned alloy wheels wrapped in specially designed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, Peugeot has fitted uprated springs and shock absorbers, a new anti-roll bar at the rear, a limited slip differential and retuned electric power steering. Along with the track width extensions, Peugeot has fitted bespoke Peugeot Sport brakes utilising red-painted brake calipers with four-pistons of a diameter of 355 mm at the front. Sport seats feature red accents, 208 GTi embroidery work and the Peugeot Lion logo integrated into the headrests. Image: Peugeot Inside, the tribute touches to the 205 GTi continue with red finishes on the floor mats, seatbelts, dashboard and doors, red accents plus a mesh pattern on the Alcantara sport seats, perforated leather and Alcantara with red detailing on the GTi-branded steering wheel, and seven ambient lighting colours. Voltage turned up Up front, the retention of the 54-kWh battery pack used in the regular E-208 has come with a considerable increase in power and torque from 115kW/260Nm to 206kW/345Nm. The same unit used in the Abarth 600e and Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce, the E-208 GTi will get from 0-100 km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds and hit a limited top speed of 180 km/h. Exterior design pays extensive homage to the iconic 205 GTi. Image: Peugeot The claimed all-electric range is 350 km and the waiting time using a DC fast charger up 100 kW less than 30 minutes from 20-80%. A 7.4 kW charger, which will require four hours 40 min of charging from a wallbox, is however fitted as standard. Not for us On-sale in Europe before the end of the year, with pricing still to be announced, the E-208 GTi is not expected to be offered in South Africa at any stage within the next few years. ALSO READ: Peugeot 208 GTi's imminent revival can bring fight to VW Polo GTI
West Australian
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- West Australian
Return of the GTi! When we'll see Peugeot's first EV hot hatch
It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year . No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be 'fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience'. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand 'will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible' in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. 'I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced,' said Mr Favey. 'We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car. 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well.' Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. 'We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech . As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e , given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form . In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025 . Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208
7NEWS
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Return of the GTi! When we'll see Peugeot's first EV hot hatch
It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be 'fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience'. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand 'will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible' in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. 'I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced,' said Mr Favey. 'We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car. 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well.' Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. 'We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market.
Perth Now
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Return of the GTi! When we'll see Peugeot's first EV hot hatch
It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be 'fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience'. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot E-208 Credit: CarExpert Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand 'will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible' in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. 'I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced,' said Mr Favey. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car. 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well.' Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. Supplied Credit: CarExpert It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. Supplied Credit: CarExpert In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208
The Advertiser
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Return of the GTi! When we'll see Peugeot's first EV hot hatch
It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience". Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand "will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible" in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. "I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced," said Mr Favey. "We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well." Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense." Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208 Content originally sourced from: It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience". Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand "will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible" in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. "I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced," said Mr Favey. "We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well." Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense." Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208 Content originally sourced from: It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience". Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand "will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible" in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. "I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced," said Mr Favey. "We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well." Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense." Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208 Content originally sourced from: It's been almost five years since Peugeot last offered a hot hatch bearing its iconic GTi badge, but it's about to offer one again – with an electric twist. The Peugeot E-208 GTi will make its global debut on June 13, the day before the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. The arrival of Peugeot's first battery-electric GTi was pre-empted by the company's CEO Alain Favey in March this year. No fresh information has been released prior to its world premiere, but Peugeot did promise the E-208 GTi will be "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience". Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Peugeot Australia hasn't sold vehicles wearing the GTi badge, which was first seen on the 205 hatchback in the 1980s, since the 308 small hatch was axed here in 2020, before which the previous-generation 208 light hatch and its GTi flagship were discontinued locally in 2018. But earlier this year Peugeot's global CEO said the French brand "will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible" in an effort to reconnect the historic marque with its sporty pedigree. It also wants to recreate a link between its production models and its current motorsport efforts, including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in which it campaigns the 9X8 hypercar. "I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the E-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced," said Mr Favey. "We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well." Like the latest E-208 (pictured here) on which it will be based, the reborn hot hatch will be all-electric, making it Peugeot's first battery-powered GTi. However, Mr Favey, who said reviving the GTi nameplate was among his top priorities when he became Peugeot CEO in February this year, indicated a combustion-powered 208 GTi could follow if there's sufficient consumer demand. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense." Despite a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales growth in key global markets, Peugeot's first GTi EV will join something of an electric French hot hatch renaissance which also includes the wild Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the Alpine A290 based on the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. As part of the Stellantis group, Peugeot could fit the E-208 with the same powertrain as the Abarth 600e, given both compact hatches are based on the automaker's e-CMP platform. The 600e employs a front-mounted electric motor producing 175kW of power and a Torsen limited-slip differential, with a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.2 seconds. There's also a hotter Scorpionissima variant, which produces up to 207kW of power. It's possible the E-208 GTi will be quicker than the 600e if it's lighter, and there's also a chance a hotter special edition could be built alongside the Scorpionissima, which would be a spiritual successor to the previous limited-run 208 GTi 30th by Peugeot Sport. The last Peugeot 208 GTi manual sold in Australia in 2018 was priced at $29,990 before on-roads and powered by a 153kW/300Nm 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In typical Peugeot GTi (and Volkswagen GTI) fashion, it sent drive only to the front wheels. The hot hatch had a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The current, second-generation 208 (launched in 2019) is yet to be released Down Under, despite being previously confirmed for local launch in 2024, although Peugeot has said it could still be sold here in electric E-208 form. In September 2024, Peugeot Australia said it still had plans to expand its EV lineup beyond the E-2008 small SUV and E-Partner delivery van, but not until 2025. Local Peugeot importer Inchcape is yet to confirm which EVs it will launch here this year (if any), but the French automaker did receive Australian Design Rule certification for the E-208 back in 2023. A single variant appeared in federal government approval documents, powered by an 115kW electric motor and a 51kWh battery pack. In Europe, this configuration offers a claimed 400km of electric range. While a limited number of E-308s arrived in Australia last year, Peugeot has yet to confirm when it'll offer the E-2008 again, and has stopped short of confirming other EVs like the E-3008 and E-5008 for our market. MORE: Everything Peugeot 208 Content originally sourced from:
