Peugeot has unveiled its new 108 small car with a host of improvements over its predecessor, the Peugeot 107. The newcomer comes with affordable quality a key consideration. The entry price for the new Peugeot 108 in 1.0 litre petrol 5-door Active format is from €13,290 plus dealer delivery charges. The deal includes five year warranty.

It is available in Ireland in a 5-door body style, with a choice of Active or Allure trims and up to 11 different personalisation themes. The new 108 is powered by a 1.0 litre 68bhp or 1.2 litre 82bhp PureTech petrol engine, matched to manual or ecomatique gearboxes. A top specification cabrio model with an electric fabric roof is also on offer. A level one Access model and 3-door body style will be available at a future date.

Standard equipment across the new Peugeot 108 range for Ireland includes 6 airbags, Hill Assist, a tyre pressure warning system, ESP, front electric windows, remote central locking, LED daytime running lights and a spare wheel. The Active model also includes a 7” colour touch screen with Mirrorlink technology, air conditioning, 15” wheels, electric / heated door mirrors, Bluetooth and a height adjustable driver’s seat. Priced from €14,920, plus delivery, Allure level three models gain a reverse parking camera, automatic headlights, front fogs, 15” alloy wheels, smart entry Keyless Go, a leather steering wheel and rev counter.

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The new Peugeot 108 is designed for up to four occupants. It boasts 196 litres of boot capacity, an increase from the 139 litres on the Peugeot 107. And the boot sill is 20mm lower for easier loading. It includes a parcel shelf that pivots into position as the boot lid is pulled down, hiding goods below. And Peugeot provides a spare wheel as standard.