As quoted by Autocar, the Peugeot 308 is projected to come face to face with the Ford Focus and VW Golf's. However, excess of 308 will look like a conventional sedan as a blend of sedan and hatchback.
The new Peugeot 308 will be officially introduced to the public on the mat Frankfurt Motor Show in September. A touch of sporty influenced by Onyx concept car especially in the front end of the body.
By Gilles Vidal, Peugeot design leaders, new 308 will use the front end of the car body belongs to Onyx, but the inspiration of classic 504 Coupe. This model will be the first model that uses the latest PSA EMP2 platform, similar to the concept of belonging Volkswagen MQB platform.
This new platform will be planted in every corner wheels with shorter overhanging position to provide a more dynamic impression.
Position of the engine will also be installed lower body front end sector will look more aggressive, and also a lower hood than models Peugeot today. Peugeot 308 will also be 70 pounds slimmer and weighs only 1300 pounds.