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Peugeot 308 GTi: Peugeot Sport's 1.6-Litre Hot Hatch, 2015–2020
The Peugeot 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport was previewed at Goodwood in summer 2015 and launched that autumn. Its 1.6-litre THP turbo engine gave 184 kW (250 PS) or 199 kW (270 PS), the most powerful 308 of its generation. Production ended at Sochaux on 2 December 2020, and the GTi badge has not returned to a Peugeot since.
Key takeaways
- Two outputs: 184 kW (250 PS) and 199 kW (270 PS), both with a six-speed manual gearbox.
- The 270 version added a Torsen limited-slip differential, 380 mm Alcon front brakes and 19-inch wheels.
- A particulate filter later cut output to 263 PS; the car ended with the Euro 6d-Final rules.
- The third-generation 308 of 2021 has no GTi; Peugeot moved to electrified PSE models.
What Peugeot showed in 2015
The second-generation 308 had been European Car of the Year 2014, and Peugeot Sport, the brand's competition department, built the GTi to top the range. According to the old 1cars report, the idea had appeared in prototype form two years earlier.
The engine came from the RCZ R coupé, which used the same 1.6 THP at 199 kW (270 PS). Peugeot Sport stiffened the suspension, lowered the car by 11 mm and increased negative camber at the front. Inside, the GTi had bucket seats with strong side support. According to the 2015 report, a Sport button turned the instrument lighting red, sharpened throttle response and deepened the exhaust note.
Peugeot 308 GTi specifications
| Parameter | 308 GTi 250 | 308 GTi 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6 THP turbo petrol | same |
| Power | 184 kW (250 PS) | 199 kW (270 PS) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Differential | Electronic limited-slip | Torsen limited-slip |
| Front brakes | 330 mm discs | 380 mm Alcon discs, four-piston calipers |
| Wheels | 18-inch | 19-inch lightweight alloys, Michelin Pilot Super Sport |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s (2015 report) | 6.0 s (2015 report) |
| Ride height | 11 mm lower than a standard 308 | same |
For a quick performance check, use the power-to-weight calculator.
Rivals in 2015
The GTi entered a crowded class. Its targets were the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the Renault Mégane RS and the Ford Focus ST, with the Honda Civic Type R above them. The Peugeot had the smallest engine of the group. It was sold only with a manual gearbox, which later cost it sales in markets that preferred automatics.
How the 308 GTi story ended
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| July 2015 | Preview at the Goodwood Festival of Speed |
| Autumn 2015 | Launch of the 250 and 270 versions |
| 2017 | Facelift of the 308 range with the new grille and lion badge |
| Euro 6d-Temp change | Particulate filter fitted; output down to 263 PS (193 kW) |
| April 2020 | Dropped in Australia, where the manual-only car sold slowly |
| 2 December 2020 | Last 308 GTi leaves the Sochaux plant |
| 18 March 2021 | Third-generation 308 revealed, with no GTi |
The end came with the Euro 6d-Final emissions standard. Updating the engine was not worth it for a car near the end of its life cycle, and sales had fallen to about 1,150 worldwide in 2019. The full second-generation story is on the Peugeot 308 II page.
Status in 2026 and buying advice
In October 2026 the 308 GTi is a used-only car and possibly the last Peugeot with the GTi name. The brand's sporty models now carry the PSE badge and plug-in hybrid power. The current 308 was facelifted in August 2025.
Keen drivers should find a 270 with a full THP service history. Compare it with other hot hatches using the comparison tool, or see more in the Peugeot catalogue and the history of Peugeot.
FAQ
How much power does the Peugeot 308 GTi have?
Peugeot Sport offered two outputs from the 1.6-litre THP turbo: 250 PS (184 kW) and 270 PS (199 kW). After a particulate filter was added for the Euro 6d-Temp standard, the stronger version gave 263 PS.
When was the Peugeot 308 GTi discontinued?
The last car left the Sochaux plant on 2 December 2020. The Euro 6d-Final emissions rules would have required costly engine changes, and sales were low by then.
What is the difference between the 308 GTi 250 and 270?
The 270 has 15 kW more power, a Torsen differential, larger 380 mm Alcon brakes, 19-inch lightweight wheels and bucket seats. The 250 uses 18-inch wheels and an electronic differential.
Is there a new Peugeot 308 GTi?
No. The third-generation 308, revealed in March 2021, has no GTi version. Peugeot now uses the PSE badge for sporty electrified models, and its plug-in hybrid 308s offer up to 225 PS.
