Peugeot e-308 Hatchback

Overview

The 2025 Peugeot e-308 Hatchback is a seriously stylish French contender in the electric family car game, bringing Gallic flair to the segment. It’s gunning for rivals like the VW ID.3 with its sharp looks and Peugeot’s latest EV tech. Key highlights include the impressive i-Cockpit, a decent real-world range for nipping around town or longer jaunts, and a generally plush feel. New prices in Europe kick off around €44,765, with used examples starting from approximately €35,800, making it a premium offering in the competitive electric hatchback market.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the e-308 Hatchback continues to showcase Peugeot's fresh electric powertrain, a significant step up introduced with this model. While major overhauls aren't on the cards for this relatively new kid on the block, expect the latest infotainment software updates ensuring everything feels snappy. It packs a new-generation 115 kW electric motor and a more efficient battery chemistry than Peugeot’s earlier EVs. Some markets also benefit from a heat pump as standard, boosting real-world range, especially when the weather turns chilly – a handy touch for European winters!

Design & Exterior

Phwoar, the e-308 Hatchback is a proper looker! It boasts Peugeot’s aggressive new design language, complete with the signature 'sabre-tooth' LED daytime running lights and distinctive 'three-claw' tail lights that really make it pop, day or night. This specific hatchback trim rides on slick, aerodynamically optimised alloy wheels. Dimensionally, it measures 4367 mm in length, a fairly trim 1852 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and stands 1441 mm tall. It’s a head-turner that cuts a sharp figure on the road, oozing contemporary French chic from every angle.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside, and you're greeted by Peugeot’s fantastic i-Cockpit®: a small, race-car-like steering wheel and a high-set digital driver’s display, which some love! Material quality is generally top-notch for the class, giving off a premium vibe. Passenger space is decent up front, though taller adults might find the rear a tad snug. For your gubbins, there's 412 litres of boot space, expanding to a generous 1323 litres with the seats down. Alas, no frunk here. The dash features a slick 10-inch touchscreen with customisable i-Toggles and standard Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Performance & Driving Experience

Under the bonnet (well, sort of!), the e-308 Hatchback gets a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) sending 115 kW (that’s about 156hp) and a useful 260 Nm of instant torque to the front wheels. This setup whisks it from 0-100 km/h in a respectable 9.8 seconds. It’s not a hot hatch, but it feels nippy and responsive in town. The driving experience is typically Peugeot: comfy, composed, and surprisingly agile thanks to that dinky steering wheel. You also get a handy 'Brake' mode for stronger regenerative braking.

Range, Battery & Charging

The e-308 Hatchback packs a 50.8 kWh (usable) battery, giving a real-world range of around 349 km, as calculated by Green Cars Compare – plenty for most daily duties and even some longer trips. Efficiency is a strong point, rated at 6.87 km/kWh. For charging, it’s equipped with a CCS Type 2 port. At home on an 11 kW AC wallbox, a full top-up takes around 5 hours. Hook it up to a 100 kW DC fast charger, and you’ll zap it from 20-80% in roughly 30 minutes. Pretty sorted!

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While the e-308 specifically hasn't been crash-tested by Euro NCAP yet, the regular Peugeot 308 on which it's based scored 4 stars in 2022. You get a decent suite of standard safety kit, including essentials like autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, and traffic sign recognition. For more advanced goodies, you'll likely need to spec up or grab an options pack, which can add features like adaptive cruise control with stop & go, active lane positioning assist, and long-range blind-spot monitoring for extra peace of mind on those motorway schleps.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Peugeot typically backs the e-308 Hatchback with a standard 2-year/unlimited kilometre vehicle warranty in most European markets, though some countries might offer longer coverage. Crucially for an EV, the high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Powertrain components often share this battery warranty. Maintenance should be lighter on the wallet than an old-school petrol car, with fewer moving parts meaning less to go wrong. Check with your local dealer for any complimentary servicing deals.