2017 Peugeot 308 facelift revealed

The Peugeot 308 will bring more driver assistance technology and a new eight-speed automatic transmission for 2017, the French car maker has confirmed.

A lone image confirms Peugeot’s earlier leaked plans for the six-tier 308 line-up, comprising the Access, Active, Alure, GT Line, GT and GTi.

Cosmetically, the 2017 model sports a new bonnet and grille, new front bumper with revised fog lights, and reworked tail lights.

A suite of driver assistance and safety system borrowed from the 3008 SUV will also be available on the hatch, including autonomous emergency braking (AEB), active lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control with a stop-go function and a 180-degree rear-view camera and park assistant.

There are changes inside the interior, too. An updated infotainment system brings new 3D satellite navigation with real-time traffic updates, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Similarly, there are some notable changes under the bonnet.

The 308 GT’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel engine is now tied to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The entry model 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol is said to offer enhanced fuel economy and emission levels, courtesy of enhanced combustion efficiency and a re-routed exhaust gas system. A new six-speed manual transmission will be paired as standard with the three-pot.

Peugeot has also hinted at a new four-cylinder turbo diesel engine called the Blue HDi130, rumoured to be 1.5 litres in capacity. A raft of fuel saving and emission initiatives are expected to help the diesel align with the latest Euro 6.c regulations.

Peugeot Australia is set to reveal timing and pricing for the 2017 model in the coming weeks.