About the Peugeot 208
Last updated Sep 26, 2025The new Peugeot 208 is a Light Luxury offered in both 5D Hatchback and 3D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $18,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Active variant and topping out at $30,990 for the GTI.
There are 4 variants of the 208 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2013.
Engine options include 1.6L multi-point injection (88kW/160Nm), 1.2L multi-point injection (60kW/118Nm) and 1.6L turbo petrol direct injection (147kW/275Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2013 208 is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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2013 Peugeot 208 Price
Active
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $19,990 |
| 1.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $18,490 |
Allure
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $21,990 |
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,990 |
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,490 |
Allure Premium
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $26,490 |
GTI
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
| 1.6L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $30,990 |
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2013 Peugeot 208 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Peugeot 208
The most fuel efficient Peugeot 208 is the Active with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.2L Multi-Point Injection and uses 4.7L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Peugeot 208 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Allure Premium with a 4-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.6L Multi-Point Injection and uses 6.7L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Peugeot 208 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Peugeot 208 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.7 L/100km |
| 1.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 4.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Peugeot 208?
You should service your 208 at your authorised Peugeot dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the 208's warranty.
2013 Peugeot 208 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Peugeot 208?
The Peugeot 208 offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Peugeot 208 FAQs
The cheapest Peugeot 208 is the Active that starts from $18,490.
The most expensive Peugeot 208 is the GTI that starts from $30,990.
The best towing capacity of a Peugeot 208 is offered by the GTI which can tow 1150 kg
The largest Peugeot 208 is the GTI which measures 1739mm wide, 3962mm in length and sits 1460mm tall.
The most powerful Peugeot 208 is the GTI which has 147kW of power from its 1.6L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Peugeot 208 is built in France and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Peugeot 208 is the GTI which weighs 1650 kg (kerb weight).
The Peugeot 208 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.