NEW E-308 AND E308 SW BECOME FULLY
Coupe a blast from past
SAIC Maxus made an electrifying debut at the 2022 IAA Transportation Show in Hannover this week, showcasing its latest line-up of electric vehicles.
It included one of its newest additions, the MIFA 9, the world’s first, full-size luxury pure electric MPV.
Speaking about the brand’s inaugural presence at IAA Transportation, Jack Zhu, SAIC’s General Manager for the Europe Region said: “IAA Transportation is the leading trade show for transport, commercial vehicles and logistics.
“The focus on innovation and climateneutral logistics at this year’s show is an important conversation to contribute to.
“For MAXUS’ debut at IAA Transportation, we are placing our expanding range of EVs in the spotlight with a fully electric
CURRENTLY available in electrified plug-in hybrid versions, the two new Peugeot 308 models — the saloon and estate SW — will be available in 100 per cent electric stand.”
Saic Maxus is currently available in 73 countries and regions globally. The brand has over 400 sales dealers across Europe, which has helped copper fasten Maxus’ burgeoning presence in the European market.
Seen as a ‘first choice for Chinese manufactured cars in the developed world’, last year the Saic Maxus brand achieved sales of almost 183,000 units globally. version from 2023.
This will make Peugeot the first European manufacturer to offer a 100 per cent electric estate.
The electric 308 and 308 SW will be powered by a brand new electric engine, developing 115 kW (156 bhp) and with a range of over 400km (WLTP cycle) depending on the level of equipment.
This dual offer is a no-compromise response, perfectly adapted to the needs of C-segment customer, according to brand bosses.
Models
The unique look of the 308 is combined with the driving characteristics of previous Peugeot models, and with segment-leading efficiency, with an average fuel consumption of 12.7 kWh.
Available in the Allure and GT trim levels, the new Peugeot E-308 and E-308 SW will arrive on the market successively in mid-2023.
The design of the new E-308 and E-308 SW is rooted both in the Peugeot
DNA and in a dynamic, upmarket reference world.
The longer front bonnet enhances the silhouette, the volumes are sensual and sharp, and the brand’s new crest is proudly displayed in the centre of the grille.
The overall optimisation of the architecture benefits the interior space.
At the front, the fang-shaped light signature frames the Matrix LED headlamps, perfectly integrating the 308 and 308 SW into the Peugeot family, as do the threeclaw LED lights at the rear.
A new 18-inch aluminium wheel has been specifically developed for the 100 per cent electric versions of the PEUGEOT 308 and 308 SW.
Its aerodynamic efficiency is particularly well designed to optimise performance.