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Peugeot will unveil two new 308 models at this year's Geneva Motor Show, the innovative and practical 308 SW and the dynamic 308 GT THP 175.
This new top of the range petrol model will be powered by the 1.6 litre turbo-charged THP 175 bhp petrol engine, previously found in the 207 GTi THP 175. It is also fitted wîth a new 6-speed manual gearbox.
To match the dynamic nature of the engine, the exterior of the vehicle benefits from a number of cosmetic changes. The lower front bumper panel has a unique appearance which is combined wîth a rear spoiler and a reduced overall ride height.
Inside, the interior gains an aluminium gear knob and foot pedals and a new §teering wheel design.
Designed in co-operation wîth the BMW Group, the 1.6 litre turbo-charged petrol engine develops a maximum power of 175 bhp at 6000 rpm but is characterised mainly by its generous torque output. With a maximum torque output of 180 lb ft (or 195 lb ft wîth overboost) at only 1600 rpm, the engine provides excellent in-gear acceleration and levels of driveability normally associated wîth a larger capacity engine.
This new engine provides the 308 wîth higher performance levels while, at the same time, providing a combined fuel consumption of 37.1 mpg and CO2 emissions of 180 g/km, 10% less than those of the 307 2.0 litre Feline 180.
The 308 GT THP 175 will go on sale in the ÚK in April and more information concerning specification and prices will be announced nearer the launch date.Source - Peugeot
This new top of the range petrol model will be powered by the 1.6 litre turbo-charged THP 175 bhp petrol engine, previously found in the 207 GTi THP 175. It is also fitted wîth a new 6-speed manual gearbox.
To match the dynamic nature of the engine, the exterior of the vehicle benefits from a number of cosmetic changes. The lower front bumper panel has a unique appearance which is combined wîth a rear spoiler and a reduced overall ride height.
Inside, the interior gains an aluminium gear knob and foot pedals and a new §teering wheel design.Designed in co-operation wîth the BMW Group, the 1.6 litre turbo-charged petrol engine develops a maximum power of 175 bhp at 6000 rpm but is characterised mainly by its generous torque output. With a maximum torque output of 180 lb ft (or 195 lb ft wîth overboost) at only 1600 rpm, the engine provides excellent in-gear acceleration and levels of driveability normally associated wîth a larger capacity engine.
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| Engine : 1.6 L., 4-cylinder Power: 175 hp Torque: 177 ft-lbs | |
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