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<p dir="ltr">Peugeot has its strongest model line-up for some years, with some of its cars now rated by our testers as being among the very best available.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Highlights focus around the firm’s newest SUVs, the 3008 and 5008. The 5008 was named Large SUV of the Year at the 2018 What Car? Awards, thanks to its appealing blend of space, interior quality and low running costs.</p>

<p dir="ltr">That bodes well for future launches, too, because many of the learnings from these cars will be passed on as new versions of existing cars are launched – something that could take many years, because the Peugeot range is so big, ranging from an entry-level supermini with the 108 to an executive saloon with the 508, up into the SUV range and also vans.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Buyers should evaluate some of the lower-rated cars in the range more carefully, though. Some are now quite old, and are subsequently left behind in terms of quality when compared with the opposition, making them below-average buys, in our estimation.</p>


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<p>The Peugeot 308 is a competent small family car, but a long way behind its rivals</p>


Used Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007 - 2013

<p>You'll get an official average of 43.5mpg from the 1.4-litre and 42.2mpg from the 120bhp 1.6-litre petrol model. The 150bhp version does 39.8mpg and the 175bhp version 37.1mpg. Of the diesels, the less powerful 1.6-litre hits 62.8mpg, with the more powerful engine doing 55.3mpg. The 2.0-litre diesel does 51.4mpg.</p>

<p>Servicing costs aren't expensive, and there are plenty of independent garages that specialise in <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/peugeot">Peugeots</a>. As long as the work is carried out on schedule, and using the correct parts, this shouldn't dent resale values.</p>

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The Peugeot 308 is a competent small family car, but a long way behind its rivals

<p>The 95bhp 1.4-litre petrol model is acceptable, as long as you're not in a hurry, but the 120bhp 1.6-litre has noticeably more pep. There's also a turbocharged 1.6-litre with 140bhp, 150bhp or 173bhp. In any state of tune, this engine is entertaining, but pushes up running costs.</p>

<p>Those shopping for a diesel can choose between the 89bhp or 108bhp 1.6-litre engines (with the 108bhp unit being the better buy) or the rare 134bhp 2.0-litre.</p>

<p>Urban trim models miss out on alloys and air-con, but do get electric front windows, ISOFIX fixing points, six airbags and a CD player. S trim adds climate control, but little else, while Sport brings alloys, cruise and stability controls, and foglights. Range-topping SE trim adds a panoramic glass roof, dual-zone climate control and Bluetooth.</p>

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<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Plenty of practical space </li> <li>Low running costs </li> <li>A comfortable ride </li> <li>A healthy equipment list </li> <li>Quality materials and thoughtful touches inside </li> <li>Rock-solid reliability</li></ul>

<p>Family cars arguably have the toughest brief of all: they have to be good at pretty much everything. They’re used as the daily drive, on the school run or work commute (often both), and have to be able to cope with a family’s clutter on weekends and holidays.</p>

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<p>The cooling system can go wrong, either by not cooling the engine, or going into overdrive when not required. The diesel particulate filter can also give problems, with a fault light appearing on the dashboard and the car refusing to start. Some owners also complain of manual gearbox problems, leaving the car stuck in neutral.</p>

<p>Electrical issues also crop up, so check all switches and controls work correctly.</p>

<p>There have been a number recalls for the Peugeot 308, including problems with the brakes, headlights and electrics. A franchised dealer should be able to tell you if the work has been carried out.</p>

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<p>The Peugeot 308 is a competent small family car but it doesn't excel in any particular area.</p>

<p>There's plenty of head- and legroom up front, and decent rear-seat headroom, but not enough legroom.</p>

<p>However, the driving position is compromised with offset pedals and restricted rear visibility.</p>

<p>The ride is uncomfortably firm, and the 308 can be unsettled by mid-corner bumps. It grips well, but never feels nimble. Overall, it falls well short of class leaders in this area.</p>

<p>It's a different story when it comes to refinement, however, with minimal wind and road noise - even at motorway speeds. The engines are also smooth and quiet. The 308 has a good safety record, with a five-star Euro NCAP crash-test rating, and ISOFIX child-seat mounting points.</p>

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Used Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007 - 2013 reliability

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The cooling system can go wrong, either by not cooling the engine, or going into overdrive when not required. The diesel particulate filter can also give problems, with a fault light appearing on the dashboard and the car refusing to start. Some owners also complain of manual gearbox problems, leaving the car stuck in neutral.,Electrical issues also crop up, so check all switches and controls work correctly.,There have been a number recalls for the Peugeot 308, including problems with the brakes, headlights and electrics. A franchised dealer should be able to tell you if the work has been carried out. 

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