The Peugeot 208 is expected to undergo a
full makeover in 2018. As seen in the rendering, the next-gen Peugeot 208
is expected to incorporate the company’s latest family design.
With the
redesign, the all-new 208 would look more angular and sharper. Expect the
all-new supermini to have the common traits from the recently introduced models
like the Peugeot 3008 and Peugeot 5008. The second-gen 208 will reportedly
continue measuring four metres in length, but it should have shorter overhangs
due to a longer wheelbase, with more head and legroom with these changes.
The all-new Peugeot 208 will ride on the CMP (Common
Modular Platform) platform co-developed by the PSA Group and Dongfeng Motors.
The new platform should make the car lighter by up to 100 kg, but Peugeot may
use the weight savings to beef up the interior with more equipment and
soundproofing to offer more comfort.
The 2018 Peugeot 208 engine options will include
new-generation PureTech petrol and BlueHDi diesel units. The range will consist
of a GTi variant powered by a new 1.6-litre THP petrol engine producing around
220 bhp. The company will downsize the 1.6-litre diesel engines to 1.5-litre
units. A pure electric variant is planned.
The 2018 Peugeot 208 is expected to debut at the
2018 Geneva Motor Show.