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Country of origin:France
Produced in:2013
Introduced at:2013 IAA
Source:Company press release
Last updated:August 28, 2013
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Click here to download printer friendly versionThe front face has an aggressive stance with three air intakes in the lower section. They stretch across the entire lower front panel, which covers a track widened by 30mm. The central intake consists of thin horizontal bars framed with a bluish Dark Chrome bead, while the side intakes are covered with a carbon mesh. The frontal appearance looks purposeful, with ample capability to cool the 270 horsepower engine. This air flow radiates from the bonnet through two vents which take their form in the style lines in continuation of the body style lines that emanate from the radiator grille. It is finished with a bluish Dark Chrome bead surround, with an innovative treatment for its mesh design in a matt black chequered effect. Seen straight on, the perspective effect creates a strong and purposeful stance with the changed proportions emphasising the width of the car either side of the emblematic shaped grille.

The Full LED headlamps, taken from the new 308, characterise a feline appearance and are positioned within the lower front panel via its 3D 'teeth'. The six groups of LEDs contribute to the determined attitude of the 308 R Concept. They initiate the muscular movement of the front wings and the shoulder line which connects them to the rear lights. This line extends the bonnet and body waist line in a fluid and dynamic stance.

Fixed in the overhead position, the exterior mirrors are finely shaped in carbonfibre. In spite of their extreme aerodynamic style, they incorporate the direction indicator with LEDs of a lean, distinctive design. The upper part accommodates the shell and the glass, the whole confirming that purity and radicalism go hand in hand.

In profile, the concept's posture is lowered by 26mm, emphasised by the body sills which have a matt black trim finish. They join the wheel arches curvaceously housing 19" bespoke wheels. On each wheel rim, the Lion is adorned in bluish Dark Chrome while one of the five spokes bears the signature 'R' logo in plain red.

The light effect produced by the character line running across the doors adds to the dynamism of the vehicle by having the appearance of leaning forward. From the side, the upper body is retained in its entirety as a reminder of the spacious passenger compartment of the new Peugeot 308. In this area, only the spoiler changes in length to provide more down-force at high speed, with detailing treated in a matt black finish.

At the rear, the 308 R Concept appears ready to pounce, like a cat focused on its prey. The Peugeot pyramid' shape of the rear, with its prominent haunches, places the vehicle firmly on the road.

The new 308 rear lights, with the three claws outlined by LEDs, emerge from the quarter lines interrupted cleanly by the widening of the wings. In addition, this leaves visible the pronounced stance of the rear, a promise of stability in this world of performance. Putting the finishing touches to this radical style with beauty, the two symmetrical exhaust tailpipes protrude through black lacquered trims, which frame the air vents. At this particularly furtive angle, a few components stand out. Dressed with a red signature are the lamps, the interior of the tailpipes and the interior surface of the spoiler to enhance its prominence.

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