Peugeot 208 Review
2017-2023
The Peugeot 208 (A9 Facelift and P21 2nd Gen) is a stylish European hatchback gaining immense popularity in Nairobi. Featuring Peugeot's award-winning 3D i-Cockpit, compact sport steering wheel, lion-claw LED lights, and frugal 1.2L PureTech turbo engines paired with smooth Aisin 6/8-speed automatics, it combines European flair with low operating costs.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Futuristic 3D i-Cockpit: Holographic instrument cluster and compact sport steering wheel.
- Smooth Aisin 8-speed automatic: Real torque-converter gearbox avoids CVT rubber-band feel.
- Sub-1,200 cc tax advantage: Low KRA customs valuation keeps import duty minimal.
What’s not so good
- 150 mm ground clearance: Mind steep speed bumps when fully loaded.
- Wet timing belt inspection: Requires Total Quartz Ineo 0W-20 oil to preserve wet timing belt.
Most popular: 208 Allure / GT Line / GT 1.2 PureTech
5 doorsPetrol, DieselAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Peugeot 208 (A9 / P21 Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Body type
- Hatchbacks
- Seating capacity
- 5
- Fuel types
- Petrol (PureTech), Diesel (BlueHDi)
- Engine sizes
- 1,199 cc (1.2L PureTech Turbo / NA)
- Transmission
- Automatic (EAT6 / EAT8)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Source market
- UK / Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 18.5 km/L (130 hp) / 21.0 km/L (100 hp). Tank: 44 L (about 814 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 1,493 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,009 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 12,268
- Full tank (44 L)
- KES 9,986
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
Active / Allure / GT Line / GT
- Setup
1.2L turbo 3-cylinder (100 hp or 130 hp / 230 Nm), EAT8 automatic, FWD, 18.5 km/L combined.
- Why it gets shipped
European style and tech at an accessible price point (KSh 1.5M – 2.6M).
Package tiers
Package options for JDM and UK imports.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Allure | Executive mid | 3D digital instrument cluster, 16-inch Soho alloys, piano key toggle switches, and visio park camera. |
| GT / GT Line | Sport flagship | Full LED lion-claw headlights, 17-inch Camden alloys, ambient cabin lighting, and sports seats. |
About the Peugeot 208
Kenya enforces an 8-year age restriction from manufacture month and right-hand drive compliance. In 2026, 2019 to 2023 P21 series 208 models sit inside the direct import window.\n\nWith a 1,199 cc PureTech 3-cylinder engine, the 208 qualifies for KRA's sub-1,200 cc tax valuation category, minimizing total import duty.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
