Peugeot will debut the Peugeot 308 GT THP 175 at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show next month which is based on the existing 3-door Peugeot 308. The 308 GT THP 175 is powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged petrol engine that can be found from the 207 GTi THP 175.
The Peugeot 308 GT THP 175 will only be available in 6-speed manual transmission. The 1.6 liter turbocharged engine used is also the same type that can be found in the BMW Mini Cooper S. The 308 GT THP 175 clocked 8.3 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and achieves a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph). The fuel consumption is at 37.1 mpg and emit 180 g/km of CO2.
Apart from the improvement on the powertrain, the Peugeot 308 GT THP 175 also comes with new lower front bumper panel, a rear spoiler and a reduced ride height. On the interior, the 308 GT THP 175 is fitted with a new steering wheel design and aluminium gear knob and foot pedals.
