18 February, 2026
Peugeot 308 & 308 SW Now Open for Orders in the UK
Updated Design, Three Powertrain Options: Electric, Plug-in Hybrid and Mild Hybrid
Key Takeaways
- PEUGEOT opened UK order books for the updated New 308 hatchback and New 308 SW estate in November 2025
- Three trim levels available: Allure, GT, and the all-new GT Premium.
- Three powertrain options: all-electric (E-308), Plug-in Hybrid 195 (195hp, PHEV) and Hybrid 145 (1.2-litre mild hybrid)
- E-308 hatchback electric range: up to 279 miles (WLTP) – an increase of 25 miles over the previous model.
- E-308 SW electric range: up to 275 miles (WLTP).
- Battery: 58.4kWh gross / 55.4kWh usable. Motor: 156hp (115kW), 270Nm.
- 308 hatchback from £29,995 OTR | 308 SW from £31,195 OTR (Hybrid 145, Allure).
- E-308 hatchback from £29,495 OTR | E-308 SW from £30,695 OTR (after £1,500 Electric Car Grant).
- Both E-308 and E-308 SW qualify for the UK government Electric Car Grant (ECG), saving customers £1,500 off the list price.
- Pricing for the new 308 and 308 SW is lower than the predecessor across equivalent trims.
- Designed in France and produced at the Mulhouse plant.
Overview
PEUGEOT opened UK order books for the updated New 308 hatchback and New 308 SW estate on 11 November 2025.
The updated range is available in three trim levels – Allure, GT, and the all-new GT Premium – and with three powertrain options: the all-electric E-308, Plug-in Hybrid 195 and Hybrid 145. Design changes are applied across both the hatchback and estate body styles.
Despite enhanced design, upgraded powertrains, and additional technology, starting prices for the New 308 and 308 SW are lower than their predecessors.
The updated range is available in three trim levels – Allure, GT, and the all-new GT Premium – and with three powertrain options: the all-electric E-308, Plug-in Hybrid 195 and Hybrid 145. Design changes are applied across both the hatchback and estate body styles.
Despite enhanced design, upgraded powertrains, and additional technology, starting prices for the New 308 and 308 SW are lower than their predecessors.
Powertrain Specifications
All-Electric: E-308 and E-308 SW
| Specification | E-308 / E-308 SW |
|---|---|
| Motor output | 156hp (115kW) |
| Torque | 270Nm |
| Battery capacity (gross) | 58.4kWh |
| Battery capacity (usable) | 55.4kWh |
| Electric range – hatchback (WLTP) | 279 miles |
| Electric range – SW (WLTP) | 275 miles |
| Range increase vs previous model (hatchback) | +25 miles |
| Regenerative braking | 3 levels, adjusted via steering wheel paddles |
| On-board charger | 3-phase 11kW (standard) |
| Charge time 20–80% (7.4kW AC) | 4 hours 25 minutes |
| Charge time 20–80% (100kW DC rapid) | 30 minutes |
| Heat pump | Standard on GT Premium; optional on Allure and GT |
| PEUGEOT ELECTRIC PROMISE | 8-year / 100,000-mile vehicle cover (PEUGEOT CARE); 8-year / 100,000-mile battery warranty |
| Free2Move Charge Pass | Access to 700,000+ public charge points across UK and Europe (via Octopus Electroverse) |
Plug-in Hybrid: 308 PHEV and 308 SW PHEV
| Specification | 308 PHEV 195 / 308 SW PHEV 195 |
|---|---|
| Combined system output | 195hp |
| Electric range (WLTP) | Up to 52 miles |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
| On-board AC charger (standard) | 3.7kW |
| Flat to full charge (3.7kW wallbox) | Approximately 4 hours 20 minutes |
| Optional on-board AC charger | 7.4kW (standard on GT Premium) |
| Flat to full charge (7.4kW wallbox) | 2 hours 5 minutes |
Hybrid 145 (Mild Hybrid Petrol)
| Specification | 308 Hybrid 145 / 308 SW Hybrid 145 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol |
| System output | 145hp |
| Electric driving capability | Up to 50% of town journeys with engine off (indicative) |
| Fuel economy (WLTP Combined) | 48.5 - 62.6mpg |
UK Pricing and Availability
Order books: Open from November 2025.
308 Hatchback – OTR Prices
| Trim | Hybrid 145 | Plug-in Hybrid 195 | E-308 (after ECG) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allure | £29,995 | £35,095 | £29,495 |
| GT | £32,095 | £37,195 | £31,495 |
| GT Premium | £33,395 | £38,895 | £32,995 |
308 SW – OTR Prices
| Trim | Hybrid 145 | Plug-in Hybrid 195 | E-308 SW (after ECG) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allure | £31,195 | £36,295 | £30,695 |
| GT | £33,295 | £38,395 | £32,695 |
| GT Premium | £34,895 | £40,395 | £34,495 |
Electric Car Grant
The E-308 hatchback and E-308 SW qualify for the UK government Electric Car Grant (ECG), providing a £1,500 saving off the list price. Prices shown in the E-308 tables above reflect the post-ECG price.
Trim Level Comparison: Allure vs GT vs GT Premium
| Feature | Allure | GT | GT Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headlights | Full LED | Matrix LED | Matrix LED |
| Front grille | Body-coloured, no illumination | Illuminated grille and PEUGEOT shield | Illuminated grille and PEUGEOT shield |
| Sequential indicators | No | Yes | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 17-inch diamond-cut (18-inch on E-308) | 18-inch diamond-cut | 18-inch diamond-cut |
| Front parking sensors | No | Yes | Yes |
| Rear parking sensors | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 180-degree reversing camera | Yes | Yes | No |
| 360-degree camera | No | No | Yes |
| Steering wheel | Standard | Grained leather with GT logo | Heated, grained leather with GT logo |
| Front seats | Tremezzo trim, dynamic | Uzila trim, Alcantara, green stitching | Alcantara®, heated, 8-programme massage, electric adjustment |
| Seat heating | No | No | Yes |
| i-Cockpit touchscreen | 10-inch | 10-inch | 10-inch |
| 3D digital instrument panel | No | No | Yes |
| Connected Navigation | No | Yes | Yes |
| i-Toggles | No | Configurable | Configurable |
| Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Detection | No | No | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | No | Yes |
| Lane Position Assist | No | No | Yes |
| Clean Cabin System | No | Optional | Standard |
| Heat pump (E-308 only) | Optional | Optional | Standard |
Frequently Asked Questions