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Peugeot adds mid-level GT variant to its 2008 range

Mid-range variant now available as a third tier to Peugeot's 2008 range

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Snapshot

  • New GT trim starts from $38,990
  • Price and features put it between Allure and GT Sport
  • Sunroof and Nappa leather interior optional

The Peugeot 2008 SUV has scored a third trim option, with the new GT variant slotting in between the existing Allure and GT Sport options.

Starting at $38,990 before on-road costs, the GT utilises the same three-cylinder, 1.2-litre turbocharged engine as the Allure, making 96kW/230Nm with power being sent to the front wheels via a six-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.

The list price puts the GT at a $5000 discount compared to the GT Sport – missing out on the more powerful 114kW/240Nm engine and eight-speed gearbox – but a $4000 premium over the Allure, justified by the addition of some standard equipment over the model's base variant.

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Breaking down the 2008 range into each variant gives a clearer picture of which version gets what features as standard – the Allure being the cheapest trim, with the GT and GT Sport adding additional spec on top.

Peugeot 2008 Allure features

  • Digital instrument cluster
  • 7-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and digital radio
  • 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
  • 'Traxx' fabric upholstery with leather effect
  • Automatic climate control
  • Push-button start
  • Autonomous emergency braking with daytime pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Lane-keep assist
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Speed-sign recognition
  • Rear parking sensors and reversing camera

Peugeot 2008 GT features (new)

  • Adaptive full-LED headlights with auto high-beam dipping
  • Gloss black side mirrors, roof bars and window surrounds
  • Diamond black roof and rear spoiler
  • Proximity locking and unlocking
  • 10-inch touchscreen with 3D satellite navigation
  • Wireless smartphone charging
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
  • 'Capy' fabric trim with leather effect and lime green stitching
  • Stainless steel scuff plates
  • Front and rear floor mats
  • Leather and satin chrome gear lever
  • Full-grain perforated leather steering wheel with Aikinite stitch detail and satin chrome 'GT' emblem
  • Autonomous emergency braking system with low-light cyclist and pedestrian detection
  • Blind-spot monitoring with brake assist
  • Ambient lighting

Peugeot 2008 GT Sport features

  • 18-inch black alloy wheels
  • Adaptive cruise control including stop-and-go
  • Nappa leather-accented upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Electric driver's seat with massaging
  • Lane-positioning assist
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As opposed to the entry-level Allure, the GT can be optioned with an electric sunroof for $1990 extra, the same cost as the option on the GT Sport.

Unique to the GT, buyers can also swap the mechanically adjustable, cloth seats for an optional Nappa leather upgrade, adding heating to the front seats with the driver scoring a massage function, available at a $2690 premium.

As with the GT Sport, the new variant is available in the standard orange fusion finish with metallic paints (artense grey, platinum grey and onyx black) adding $690 to the price while premium paints (elixir red, vertigo blue, pearl white) are a $1050 option.

Available now, the 2008 range is covered by Peugeot's five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, with five-year roadside assistance and service price promise included.

MY21 Peugeot 2008 pricing

All prices exclude on-road costs:

  • 2008 Allure – $34,990
  • 2008 GT – $38,990
  • 2008 GT Sport – $43,990
Jordan Mulach
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