The Peugeot 308 Plug-In Hybrid Hatchback: The Complete Guide For The UK

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Overview

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Peugeot is part of the Netherlands based Stellantis N.V., which was formed by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Italian/ American) and Groupe PSA (French). You may not be familiar with these names, but the automotive brands in the portfolio would be well known to most consumers. These include: Maserati, Opel, Vauxhall, Jeep, FIAT, Alfa Romeo etc.

Peugeot was founded in 1810 in Eastern France (Sochaux), and has a rich heritage in motor racing and the broader automotive sector. Peugeot has won many awards for its passenger cars, to include, six European Car of the Year awards. As part of the broader Groupe PSA, Peugeot is very committed to the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The company’s portfolio of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) i.e. pure electric vehicles, include:

• The all-electric Peugeot e-2008
• The all-electric Peugeot e-208
• Peugeot 308 PHEV
• Peugeot 308 SW PHEV
• Peugeot 3008 PHEV
• Peugeot 508 PHEV
• Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
• The all-electric Peugeot e-Rifter
• Peugeot e-Traveller PHEV

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Electric Cars: The Basics

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The Peugeot 308 Hatchback PHEV

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The Peugeot 308 hatchback, a popular family car, was first unveiled in 2007. The latest generation (3rd) was unveiled in 2021, to include the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant.

If striking looks matter and you are willing to compromise on practicality, then the Peugeot 308 PHEV is worth considering, given its improved environmental credentials (30g CO2/km) and fuel economy, compared to the conventional combustion engine variant. The combustion engine variant has tailpipe emissions up to 130g CO2/km. The PHEV is manufactured using the EMP2 V3 (Efficient Modular Platform).

The hatchback plug-in electric car is offered in two engine options: Hybrid 225 e-EAT8 (Puretech 150) and Hybrid 180 e-EAT8 (Puretech 180). The first option offers up to 225 hp, while the second offers up to 180 hp. Both variants offer 266 Nm torque. The Hybrid 225 e-EAT8 is just a little quicker in acceleration (0-62 mph: 7.5 seconds), compared to the 180 e-EAT8 (0-62 mph: 7.6 seconds). The top speed is 146 mph (pure electric mode: 83 mph).

Both variants are front-wheel drive (8-speed automatic), and paired with a 81 kW electric motor. Both EVs also offer the same onboard EV battery size (12.4 kWh). The battery size is fairly typical of PHEV of this type, and so is the claimed WLTP certified emission-free electric range (37 miles).

However, expect the real-world electric range to be closer to 31 miles. The EV range is impacted by a number of factors, to include, driving profile, speed, load, regenerative braking, road condition, weather, wheel size and a lot more. Do keep in mind that a vast number of trips in the UK are below 10 miles, and a 32 miles zero-emission electric driving range is sufficient for daily commutes. Moreover, the majority of motorists in the UK, drive no more than 30 miles a day.

The EV can be fully charged via a dedicated EV charging station between 2 hours and 4 hours, depending on the onboard charger in the EV. The manufacturer offers a 3.7 kW onboard charger as standard, but offers the option to upgrade to a 7 kW onboard charger, at an additional cost. The upgraded onboard charger will take 1 hour and 55 minutes to charge the EV from 0% to 100%. The EV does not offer fast DC charging compatibility.

Taking advantage of the EV range will also require inculcating a habit of charging the EV on a regular basis, which again is as easy as charging a smartphone. We at e-zoomed discourage the use of a domestic 3-PIN plug for charging an electric car.

A ‘topping up’ approach to electric car charging will help improve the overall efficiency of the electric vehicle and also improve the long-term maintenance of the onboard EV battery. Peugeot offers a warranty up to 8 years or 100,000 miles for the battery (70% of original capacity).

The automotive manufacturer claims a fuel economy up to 281.1 mpg for the electric vehicle (EV). Of course the real-world fuel economy will depend on a number of factors, but none as influential as using the e-mode. Bottom-line, to increase the fuel economy of the electric vehicle and lower the driving costs, the PHEV should be driven as much as possible on the pure electric mode. The EV has three driving modes: hybrid, electric and sport. Of course, using the sport mode will reduce the fuel economy of the PHEV.

It is also far cheaper to drive on electric mode, compared to using the combustion engine. Depending on where the EV is charged and the cost of charging, driving an electric car will cost between 5 pence to 10 pence per mile. Of course, driving on e-mode has the added benefit of a smoother and quieter drive.

In terms of practicality, the rear seats are impacted by the exterior styling and the onboard EV battery. Headroom and legroom for rear seat passengers is not as spacious as other PHEVs in its class. The boot size (361 L) is also not as large as other EVs in its segment. However, the interior quality is high and the manufacturer offers a good level of standard technology and features, to include: driver assist pack, lane keeping assist, speed limit recognition, blind spot detection, driver attention warning, 10″ touchscreen with 3D navigation and more. The PHEV has been awarded a Four-Stars NCAP safety rating.

The Peugeot 308 PHEV does not qualify for the UK government plug-in car grant (PiCG). Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-11%) tax rate for the PHEV.

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PROS	CONS
Attractive exterior styling and high quality interior	7 kW onboard charger not available as standard
Decent electric range	Boot space not as large as alternative
Cheap to drive on electric mode	Rear seat not spacious

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The Peugeot 308 Hatchback PHEV (credit: Peugeot)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
Vehicle Type:	Hatchback
Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG):	Not Available
Engine:	Petrol-Electric
Available In UK:	Yes

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Variants (4 Options)
Allure (from £33,670)
Allure Premium (from £34,570)
GT (from £36,470)
GT Premium (from £38,070)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in one battery size (12.4 kWh)
Charging:	DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 4 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 2 hrs)
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	24 – 30g (CO2/km)
Warranty:	8 years or 100,000 miles

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Average Cost Of Residential Charging
Battery net capacity : 8.8 kWh	£1.27
Battery net capacity : 11.6 kWh	£1.67
Battery net capacity : 12.0 kWh	£1.73
Battery net capacity : 13.10 kWh	£1.89
Battery net capacity : 14.10 kWh	£2.03

• Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
• Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1465
Width (mm):	1850
Length (mm):	4365
Wheelbase (mm):	2680
Turning Circle (m):	10.5
Boot Space (L):	361

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Hybrid 180 e-EAT8
EV Battery Capacity:	12.4 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	37 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	N/A
Fuel Consumption (mpg):	213.7 – 281.1
Charging:	DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 4 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 2 hrs)
Top Speed:	139 mph (electric mode: 83 mph)
0-62 mph:	7.6 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	81
Max Power (hp):	180 (combined)
Torque (Nm):	266 (combined)
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,603
Colours:	7
NCAP Safety Rating:	Four-Stars

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Hybrid 225 e-EAT8
EV Battery Capacity:	12.4 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	37 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	N/A
Fuel Consumption (mpg):	213.7 – 266.2
Charging:	DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 4 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 2 hrs)
Top Speed:	146 mph (electric mode: 83 mph)
0-62 mph:	7.5 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	81
Max Power (hp):	225 (combined)
Torque (Nm):	266 (combined)
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,633
Colours:	7
NCAP Safety Rating:	Four-Stars

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