A sticky car is here..Peugeot Electric Hot Hatch e208 GTi Unveiled
Jun 17, 2025
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Peugeot unveiled the world's first Peugeot e-208 GTi, which realized the best performance in segment B electric vehicles at the 24h of Le Mans circuit in France on the 13th (local time). The vehicle is the first purely electric GTi model in Peugeot GTi history, a next-generation electric hatchback that combines the brand's technology with its iconic design.
The Peugeot GTi lineup has inherited performance heritage through various models such as 306, 206, 207, and 208, starting with the 205 GTi released in 1984. Among them, the 205 GTi was evaluated as a new standard for small hatchbacks with strong performance and understated design practicality, including numerous wins on motorsports such as rallies, and GTi has since established itself as an icon representing the technology and identity of the Peugeot brand. The newly unveiled e-208 GTi inherits this GTi legacy and continues its symbolism as a modern reinterpreted next-generation hatchback.
In keeping with the GTi name, which has continued its heritage for 40 years, the e-208 GTi boasts best-in-class performance, including an M4+ electric motor with a maximum output of 280 horsepower and a 5.7-second top speed of 180 km/h from standstill to 100 km/h based on a maximum torque of 345 Nm.
In addition to strong output, cornering performance has also improved significantly. Equipped with a built-in reducer limited slip differential (LSD), it provides excellent agility, efficiency, and stability even in sharp corners. It is equipped with a CATL battery with a total capacity of 54kWh and maintains stable performance even in high-power driving environments through a dedicated cooling system and optimized energy management technology.
The exterior is the starting point of Peugeot GTi and the design identity of 205 GTi, which remains a legend. The body is 30mm lower than the existing e-208, and the track is expanded both front and rear wheels to implement a stronger and more stable stance. On top of that, the sporty identity was emphasized through 18-inch punching wheels emblazoned with the red body color "GTi" logo reminiscent of 205 GTi and wheel arches emphasized by red lines.
In addition to GTi-only sports seats with red carpets and seat belt red strips, GTi-only compact steering wheels finished with punching red leather and Alcantara materials are applied to the interior to complete GTi's unique sensibility and immersion.
Peugeot e-208 GTi is an innovative model that opens a new chapter in the iconic GTi history, Peugeot will provide excellent performance and driving enjoyment through e-208 GTi, which combines Peugeot's rich heritage and cutting-edge technology, and set a new standard for the hot hatch market, Peugeot CEO Alain Pavey said.
Editor Kim Tae-jin, tj.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
