Peugeot Revives GTi Legacy with Electric e-208 GTi Debut at Le Mans

June 13, 2025
Peugeot Revives GTi Legacy with Electric e-208 GTi Debut at Le Mans
  • Peugeot has unveiled the e-208 GTi at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, presenting it as a spiritual successor to the iconic 205 GTi with a powerful 206 kW electric motor.

  • This new model features a front-wheel drive system that delivers 345 Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.7 seconds.

  • Exterior modifications enhance its sporty appearance, including flared wheel arches, shorter overhangs, a lower stance, and a wider track.

  • Inside, the e-208 GTi boasts integral seats styled in leather and Alcantara, along with a dashboard featuring a carbon-like finish that evokes the sporty essence of the 1980s.

  • While the vehicle's top speed is 180 km/h, which is slower than the original 205 GTi models, it is well-suited for twisty country roads.

  • Unique 'Hole' alloy wheels and subtle spoilers reinforce its connection to the classic GTi lineage.

  • The e-208 GTi is equipped with a limited-slip differential that enhances traction and handling during acceleration.

  • Designed for improved handling, the car is 30mm lower and has wider tracks—56mm at the front and 27mm at the rear—compared to standard e-208 variants.

  • It rides on 18-inch wheels fitted with 215/40 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, which honor the heritage of the original 205 GTi while improving brake cooling.

  • Powered by a 54 kWh battery supplied by CATL, the e-208 GTi offers a driving range of approximately 350 kilometers and supports fast charging at a maximum rate of 100 kW.

  • Peugeot emphasizes the e-208 GTi's promise of driving pleasure, reinforcing their commitment to delivering an enjoyable driving experience.

  • Production of the e-208 GTi's electric drivetrain occurs in Trémery, France, at a facility that has transitioned to specialize in electric motors.

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