The revised petrol includes the new PureTech three-cylinder units, in either 1.0-litre 68hp or 1.2-litre 82hp versions.

The new 208 is available in three and five-door body styles and comes in four trim levels: Access A/C, Active, Allure and  the new GT Line, which adopts many of the styling attributes of the GTi model.

The list of new equipment on the 208 is headed by Active City Brake, which makes it possible to avoid an accident or reduce its seriousness, in urban conditions, at speeds of less than 20mph. Park Assist and a reversing camera are available as a combined option from the Allure trim level too. All versions of the 208 now come with manual air conditioning and Bluetooth connectivity as standard.

Prices for the new PEUGEOT 208 start from £11,695, with the most popular Active and Allure models priced from £12,495 and £14,195.