Road Test
Peugeot 308 1.6 VTi 120 Sport
Test Date 17 October 2007
Price When New £15,395
Verdict
One observation stands clearer than any other: Peugeot’s new hatch is unquestionably more refined, better finished and dynamically tauter than the car it replaces. And yet the fact that the 308 so readily reminds us of an overhauled version of its predecessor is, ultimately, a disappointment. Bettering the old car is simply not enough when faced with such accomplished rivals.
While the 308’s weaknesses are individually not enough to warrant damning criticism - the performance lacks a little enthusiasm, the ride is occasionally troubled and the handling lacklustre - most of its competitors just do it all better. To its credit, the 308 is spacious, well equipped, well priced and has a quality feel, but these positives can’t cancel out the negatives. There are plenty of other hatches we’d rather buy.
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