As of September 1, all Peugeot cars are compliant
with the new WLTP protocol. However, some models are not available for order
just yet. One of them is the 308 GTi, whose sales will recommence next month.
The turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine has
welcomed a few upgrades, including a particulate filter, which helps it meet
the Euro6C emissions regulations. The downside is that it has lost 7 PS from its total output, which now sits at 263 PS, while
its CO2 emissions are 9 g/km higher, at 148 g/km.
Surprisingly, the French publication’s numbers
disclose a 10 Nm of torque gain. Moreover, despite having less horses
to play with, the 2019 308 GTi’s 0-100 km/hand standing kilometer times are identical, at 6 and 25.3 seconds respectively.
For the 2019MY, the Peugeot 308 GTi has also welcomed two new color options, called. The starting price of the car
locally will reportedly go up by € 200 (US$ 235), to € 38,900 (US$ 45,724), while
customers will get to choose between two new colors named White Frost Pearl and
Black Perla.
