Introducing the Peugeot 308 Plug-in Hybrid and e-308
More than just a pretty face, the Peugeot 308 is available with plug-in hybrid and fully-electric technology to complement its range of efficient engines.
Thanks to the addition of this hybrid technology, the 308 will produce less emissions or if you opt for the electric - zero emissions, while simultaneously improving fuel economy. The end result is a car that is less damaging to the ozone layer and more money saved at the pumps; it's a bit of a no-brainer, really.
In addition to the above, the hybrid tech blends seamlessly with the traditional internal combustion engine, meaning you don't have to worry about range. And if you choose the electric e-308 version, you'll have plenty of electric range. The only thing you have to do is simply plug the car in when the battery needs charging.
Range and Performance
Alongside the conventional petrol and diesel engines, the 308 is available with two plug-in hybrid drivetrains. A benefit of this technology is that you can travel on all-electric power for a respectable distance. Regardless of your choice, each drivetrain is connected to a petrol PureTech engine, which are already renowned for their efficiency.
The entry-level unit combines a 150bhp version of the engine with an 81kW electric motor to produce 180bhp in total. Emissions are as low as 25g/km, and you'll be able to travel up to 37 miles on all-electric power.
There's a more potent 180bhp version of the PureTech engine that mates to the same 81kW motor as its smaller sibling. This time, however, it produces a total of 225bhp. There is a small penalty for this increase in performance, but with emissions starting from 26g/km and up to 37 miles of all-electric range available, it's a small price to pay.
If you opt for the e-308, you'll enjoy up to 248 miles of range, thanks to a 156bhp electric motor.
Charging
Both plug-in hybrid versions are powered by a 12.4kWh lithium-ion battery. This may not mean much, but the important news is that they don't take long to charge.
Peugeot have fitted the 308 plug-in hybrid with two types of on-board charger, which are as follows:
- Standard 3.7kW charger (for a standard household plug socket)
- Optional 7.4kW fast charger (for wall box chargers and public charging points)
Using the fast charger, the estimated recharging time is 1 hour 55 minutes. You can expect to roughly double the waiting time if you're using a standard household plug socket.
It's also worth noting that Peugeot offer a free six month charging subscription to bp pulse with the 308, giving you access to a network of charging points across the UK.
As for the e-308, an 11 kW charger is provided with the car as standard, drivers can also benefit from 100kW rapid charging, which will charge the battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in less than 25 minutes.
Test drive the Peugeot 308 Plug-in Hybrid and e-308
As a package, the Peugeot 308 is already a compelling one that's sure to turn heads and make a strong impression on owners. The addition of plug-in hybrid and fully-electric technology, along with the numerous benefits this brings, merely enhances the 308's desirability.
For more information regarding the 308, or to book a test drive, please contact your nearest Evans Halshaw Peugeot retailer.
