The 1.6 litre VTi base model Peugeot 308CC has an engine developed with BMW and also used in the Mini Cooper. It doesn’t produce exciting performance but doesn’t feel sluggish either and suits the car well while returning good economy. There is no option other than the 5 speed manual gearbox which, like the steering is rather light with a lack of feel.
The 308 CC replaces one of the most popular European mid size convertibles of all time. It makes considerable improvements. It’s a bigger car with more room for all four passengers. The CC is good looking too and those looks should be matched with better handling and a good turn of speed. Peugeot’s 2 piece folding hardtop roof has been refined and now operates in just 20 seconds. Equipment levels are impressive. Front seat occupants even get to enjoy warm air blowers around their necks for those chillier days.