This marks the first time the iconic GTi badge is making its way onto something without a tailpipe.
After a five-year hiatus, Peugeot’s famous GTi badge has recently made a comeback. Though what’s slightly different this time round is that this iconic performance nameplate appears on something considerably quieter than its ICE predecessors: the newly facelifted e-208.
Now diving straight into the hot-ness with the e-208 GTi, this pint-sized all-electric pocket rocket packs a single front mounted electric motor that develops a decently adequete 280 hp and 345 Nm of torque. Peugeot claims a sprightly 0-100 km/h time of 5.7 seconds, and a top speed of 180 km/h.
And to further enhance its hot hatch-ness, Peugeot has also fitted the e-208 GTi with a limited slip diff up front. It has since recalibrated steering for sharper response as well, in addition to fettling with its suspension by fitting with modified springs, new shocks and updated hydraulic bump stops.
The e-208 GTi’s stance is noticeably more aggressive than the standard model, thanks in large part to a 56 mm wider front track and 27 mm wider rear track. 18-inch teledial-style alloy wheels (that pays homage to the iconic 1.9-litre 205 GTi) further help add to that aggression, with said rollers to come wrapped in some sporty Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, while braking duties are handled by larger 355 mm front discs gripped by four-piston fixed calipers.
Elsewhere on the exterior meanwhile, the hot hatch’s face features a revised front bumper lip with three vertical fog lights integrated on either end — a subtle nod to Peugeot’s signature lion claws. At the rear, there’s a new roof spoiler and fresh diffuser design that complete the sporty aesthetic.
Moving along inside, the 205 GTi inspiration carries through with a red-and-black colour scheme. The hot e-hatch further features matching red floor mats, as well as generous amounts of alcantara on both the seats and steering wheel.
Equipment-wise, the e-208 GTi retains the standard car’s 10-inch central touchscreen and digital driver display. It also includes a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function for charging or powering external devices.
Power comes from a CATL-sourced 54 kWh battery providing up to 350 km of range on the WLTP cycle. AC charging is rated at 7.4 kW, delivering a full charge in around four hours and 40 minutes. DC fast charging can replenish the battery from 20–80% in under 30 minutes using a 100 kW charging point.
Peugeot has yet to confirm pricing for the hot e-208, though rumours suggest it could cost close to £40,000 (RM 230,000) in the UK. Unfortunately, there’s virtually no chance it will reach Malaysia — though enthusiasts can always hope!
