Peugeot 308 III SW

The third-generation Peugeot 308 truly is the start of the new era of Peugeot, apart from being the first to proudly wear the new Peugeot logo. Although not suitable for speedo boys because Stellantis says no to a hot version of this new model, it has the credentials normal drivers need to get through the new normal in style and dynamics. With the arrival of the SW variant, you can get the same treatment as expected in the hatchback equivalent but with the bigger boot for your everyday needs.

Priced at 26,450 Euros plus additional costs, the SW variant of the all-new, third-generation Peugeot 308 delivers the same stuff from its hatchback equivalent but with the added boot space for your bare necessities.

Like the hatchback, the new 308 SW has an aggressor feel than the previous model's generic approach while the interior carries the newly-improved i-Cockpit with the first-ever Peugeot i-Connect that comes with the rather annoying voice control, not to mention the comfortable passenger seats that feel beyond the mainstream. But with the SW, you'll get 608 liters of boot space with the rear seats present and up to 1634 liters with the rear seats folded down, giving you plenty of opportunities to take advantage of its added space for business and leisure.

The SW carries the same powertrain choices as its hatchback equivalent ranging from a 1.2L PureTech, 1.5 Blue HDi, and a 1.6 HYBRID variant, all mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The most powerful version is the 1.6 HYBRID variant, which is basically a plug-in hybrid with the turbocharged 1.6L petrol engine connected to an 81kW electric motor. It produces a system power output of 225PS of power, has a 0-100kph of 7.5 seconds, a top speed of 235kph. The HYBRID 180 variant is the most efficient because of its 1.1L/100km combined fuel economy based on WLTP standards. Time to ditch your Corolla Touring for this one, ladies and gentlemen.

Dynamics-wise, it is part comfortable, part sporty at the same time thanks to its reworked suspension setup and the Driving Style Selector. As for safety, you can still expect a wide array of driving tech such as Semi-automatic lane change, anticipated speed recommendation, curve speed adaptation, long-range blind-spot monitoring, RCTA, Peugeot Open & Go, E-call+ emergency call, and more, standard or with the Drive Assist pack.

Not the best wagon ever made but it's a must-buy for those who are bored with crossovers.

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