Peugeot opens orders for E-208 GTi electric hot hatch with 281 hp, 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds
Peugeot has opened orders for its all-electric E-208 GTi hot hatch, boasting 281 horsepower and a 0-100 km/h time of 5.5 seconds.
- 281 hp
- 5.5 s
- 375 km
What Happened
Peugeot has officially opened orders for the E-208 GTi, an all-electric hot hatch developed by Peugeot Sport. The car delivers 281 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, with a WLTP range of up to 375 km. Pricing for the French market starts at €42,900.
5.5 s
Best-in-class acceleration in the B-segment electric hot hatch
- 375 km
- 352 km
“We wanted to prove that all the PEUGEOT GTi DNA can be found in an electric car. And we have succeeded.”
Why this matters
The E-208 GTi brings the iconic GTi performance badge into the electric era, offering a competitive electric hot hatch that combines sporty driving with a practical WLTP range of up to 375 km.
Terms in This Story
- GTi
- A performance-oriented trim level denoting a sportier version of a Peugeot model, originally introduced with the 205 GTi.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure, a global standard for measuring fuel consumption and electric range.
- Hot hatch
- A high-performance version of a compact hatchback car, known for sporty handling and acceleration.
- Limited-slip differential
- A mechanical device that distributes torque between the driven wheels to improve traction and handling, especially during cornering.
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