When we recently tested the peugeot 208 We could not start without telling an open secret: it was named Car of the Year in Europe in 2020, coinciding with the year of its launch. The truth is that it is one of the greatest awards in the motor world and it was surprising that it was awarded to a utility vehicle. It is not that it is a bad vehicle, but it is that it faced rivals of the size of the Tesla Model 3 or the Porsche Taycan. So let’s try to answer if the little Frenchman it is the best in its segment.
The truth is that the public seemed to agree with him, because a couple of years later became the best seller. Not from his class, but from all over Europe. In 2022 it ousted the Golf and won that title for Peugeot for the first time since 2007. And that at a time when fewer and fewer utility vehicles are being sold, most of its buyers are switching to B-SUVs, similar in size, but with the much sought after crossover aesthetic currently. All this despite the fact that urbanites are still very competitive and somewhat cheaper.
From the beginning of the test, in which we also made an extensive video, we said that the strengths of the Peugeot 208 were its esthetic, equipment and behavior. The design is the main reason for purchase by the private public and this model is certainly quite striking. What cannot be entered into a lawsuit is that his endowment is very complete as standard and that you can have practically everything. In the superior finish GT Line, the sports seats or the enviable quality that it achieves stand out.
In addition, the 208 is one of those that offers a more balanced driving of the segment. Together with others like the SEAT Ibiza or the Renault Clio, it leaves a good taste in the mouth for being a comfortable car with some dynamic touch. However, not recommended for everyone. Whoever is looking for a lot of space or has an above-average height will not want this model. The rear seats are very tight and the i-Cockpit means that not all users find their ideal driving position. It also doesn’t help that its price is somewhat above average.
Is the best? Well that depends on who, but it is certainly among the best for value for money-equipment.
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