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CAROLINE GETS MOTORING Bunclody native Caroline Kidd brings us reviews of the latest new cars to arrive in Ireland. Caroline is the founder and editor of the online automotive magazine Changing Lanes and a jury member for Irish Car of the Year. Find out more about her editorial and commercial copywriting services at
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PEUGEOT e-208 Peugeot is fast pursuing the electric dream with a slew of new hybrid and pure electric models. Many of the French brand's key models now offer some sort of electrified option - from the smallest 208 to the popular 3008 SUV and new Peugeot 308 hatchback and estate. The Peugeot e-208 offers a pure electric drive in Peugeot's compact and stylish small hatchback. It goes up against other small EVs such as the Opel Corsa-
e, Renault Zoe and Mini Electric. But the Peugeot e-208 is definitely one of the most stylish. There are three trim levels available - Active, Allure Pack and GT. The GT model is the sportiest of them all with 17" diamond cut alloy wheels, gloss black around the wheel arches, black roof and a chequered flag effect grille. But even entry level cars get 16” alloys and LED headlights. Electric versions of the 208 have just a small 'e' on the C-pillar and tailgate, and a subtle blue finish to the Peugeot lion on the front grille. With pricing starting from €28,730 in-
cluding VRT relief and SEAI grant, the Peugeot e-208 is also keenly priced among small electric cars. Granted it will cost more to buy than petrol and diesel versions of the 208. The Peugeot e-208 is also one of the most fun to drive small electric cars, with a range of up to 362 km measured by industry standards. Though in real world driving 280 km seems more realistic once factors such as the time of year and your driving style are taken into account. The cabin of the Peugeot e-208 stands out for its quality, with an upmarket feel that can be hard to find in the very smallest electric cars. There's lots of gloss
Peugeot e-208
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