Peugeot 108 review
The new Peugeot 108 is
designed for city driving. Fun, affordable and available in a choice of four
trim options – as well as a cabrio model with retractable fabric roof – this
compact yet chic car is sure to appeal to you if you’re looking for a more
stylish way to commute to work. So what else does it have to offer?
Exterior
Less boxy than some of its rivals, the Peugeot 108 has sleek
lines and stylish looks that make a great first impression. With its signature
Peugeot ‘floating’ front chrome grille and LED daytime running lights, it
boasts a lower roofline than the Hyundai i10 and
measures 3,455mm bumper to bumper, making it considerably more compact than the
Skoda Fabia and Volkswagen Up!
Choose the 108 TOP with its electrically-operated
retractable fabric roof (available in 3 colours), or personalise your model of
choice with one of 8 paint finishes and 7 personalisation themes.
Available in 3-door or 5-door models and 4 trim levels, it’s
easy to see why the majority of buyers opt for the entry-level access trim,
which still comes with its fair share of kit such as electric windows and USB
connectivity. You could have a hard time deciding which trim level to go for,
with Active, Allure and Feline options also on offer. Our choice has to be the
Allure, available as a 3 or 5-door option, with keyless entry, 15” alloy
wheels, auto headlights and reversing camera – great for squeezing into even
the tiniest city centre parking space.
Interior
Peugeot has
outdone itself with the interior of the 108, which boasts a more high-end feel
than the 107. The robust, stylish design of the cabin features a dash with
central 7” touchscreen, while the air conditioning will keep you cool all year
round (Active models and up). Whilst there’s no sat-nav option, the
infotainment system features Bluetooth, aux-in and USB connectivity for your
smartphone or music player, with a Mirror Link function for Android devices,
allowing you to utilise your phone as a sat-nav.
A leather steering wheel and adjustable height driver’s seat
add to the cabin’s comfort, with 6 interior options to choose from. Opt for
Feline spec, and you’ll get black leather seats too.
Peugeot’s latest offering may be compact, but it can still
seat four adults, although the lack of a rear central seatbelt means the 108
isn’t suitable for five people. 50:50 split folding rear seats come as standard
in all models except the entry-level Access, whilst on 3-door models the front
seats include a handy memory function; after tilting them to let passenger into
the back, they return to their original position.
As you might expect from a compact city car, boot space
isn’t enormous, but do without the (optional) spare wheel and you’ll find the
Peugeot 108 offers a 196-litre capacity. The boot lip has also been lowered by
20mm compared to the 107, making it easier to load heavy shopping or luggage.
On the road
With its soft suspension and supportive seats, the Peugeot
108 is comfortable to drive both in the city and on rural roads, and it’s
definitely an improvement on the 107 when it comes to refinement at speed, with
noticeably reduced wind and road noise. Its small body and light control
ensures this compact car really excels at city driving.
With a choice of two petrol engines – a 1.0-litre
three-cylinder 68hp and a 1.2-litre PureTech 82hp – there’s no diesel option
available. We’d recommend the 1.0-litre for trips around town or picking the
kids up from school, whilst for motorway driving or more rural roads, the 1.2
excels. Both engines boast similar fuel efficiency, so make your choice based
on the type of driving you expect to do.
Our model of choice, the 1.2-litre, takes 15.9 seconds from
50-70mph in top gear, with a five-speed manual gearbox and fuel economy of
65.7mpg (CO2 emissions of 99g/km). This is the engine we’d recommend for
anybody planning on driving at high speeds, although if you’re more concerned
about green credentials, the smaller engine has an Active Stop & Start
option with CO2 emissions of 88g/km and fuel economy of 74.3mpg. Go green with
this option and you’ll only pay around £250 more than for the standard
1.0-litre engine – a worthwhile investment if you spend a lot of time
commuting.
With both versions exempt from road tax, insurance for the
108 should be relatively affordable, starting from Group 6 for the 1.0-litre
3-door Access through to Group 11 for the 1.2-litre Feline.
Safety is always a priority for city driving, and the 108
doesn’t disappoint, gaining a four-star Euro NCAP crash test rating, with six
airbags and stability control as standard. Additional safety features include
ISOFIX child seat mountings, a City Braking system and lane departure warnings
(Allure and Feline models).
Our verdict
Ideal for couples, commuters and younger families, the new
Peugeot 108 is compact, fun and affordable, with a range of personalisation
options, plenty of kit and a three-year (60,000 mile) warranty.
Peugeot also offer a Just Add Fuel contract
for this car. A monthly repayment scheme to cover all your motoring costs
(apart from fuel), and the opportunity to own it at the end of the three year
contract if you opt for the ‘purchase’ option.
Resale values are predicted to be competitive, with a list price ranging from
£8,445 for the 3-door Access to £12,795 for the 5-door Feline.
For more information on the Peugeot 108 or any of our
other new cars and
vans, get in touch with your local Perry’s dealershiptoday!