Sydney show: 308 CC arrives fresh from Paris show
BY PHILIP LORD | 9th Oct 2008
Due on sale here next April, the 308 CC is the latest of Peugeot’s coupe-cabriolet evolution, which started with the 206 CC seven years ago.
As reported ahead of the Paris show, Peugeot engineered a number of innovative features into the CC, such as a warm-air heating system built into the front seats.
This “Airwave” system is designed to act like a scarf by diffusing warm air that is adjustable for temperature, flow and direction around the occupant’s shoulders and neck.
Peugeot will also unveil a new range-topping 308 model variant, the 308 XTS, which goes on sale today priced from $38,990. The 308 XTS is powered by the 207 GTi’s 128kW 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and is linked to a new six-speed manual gearbox.
The XTS has unique lower front bumper and rear spoiler, a reduced ride height, 18-inch alloy wheels, Xenon directional headlamps, front foglights and a chrome exhaust tip.
The interior features sports seats with leather bolsters, a panoramic glass roof, aluminium gearshift knob and pedals and a new leather steering wheel.
Dual-zone climate-control, Bluetooth connectivity, a tyre-pressure warning system and a trip computer are also fitted on the new 308 flagship, while safety is covered off with seven airbags, electronic stability control and ABS brakes with EBD.