Peugeot 308 was introduced in Australia during 2008. Euro NCAP initially tested a 308 with a driver knee airbag. Based on that test, ANCAP limited its 5-star rating to 308 models with a driver knee airbag. Subsequently Euro NCAP tested a 308 without a driver knee airbag and this revised ANCAP rating (5 stars) is based on that extra crash test.
The 308 scored 14.046 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. There was a slight risk of serious chest and leg injury for the driver and passenger.
The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test and a further two points in the pole test. This 5-star rating applies to all 308 variants.
Important note: The diesel left-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.
Safety Feature Summary
The safety feature information below is subject to change without notice. For up to date safety feature specifications for all variants, please see the safety feature table to the right or contact the manufacturer.
Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. A driver knee airbag has been available for some variants but this item does not affect the star rating. Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats.
Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.
ANCAP & UCSR Rating ExplainedThis shows the differences between the rating processes.
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Frontal Offset Crash Test Results
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Region
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Score
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Score Type
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Maximum Score
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Frontal Offset*
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14.046
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head/Neck
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4
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pts
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|
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Chest
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3.02
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pts
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|
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Upper Legs
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4
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pts
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|
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Lower Legs
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3.03
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pts
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The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The brake pedal moved rearwards by 54mm. The clutch pedal moved upwards 11mm. The steering wheel hub moved 14mm forward, 23mm downward and 19mm sideways. The front ("A") pillar moved 24mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash the driver’s door could be opened with high manual effort.
The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. There were no knee hazards. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.
Side Impact Test Results
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Region
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Score
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Score Type
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Maximum Score
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Side Impact*
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16
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head
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4
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pts
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Chest
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4
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pts
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Abdomen
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4
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pts
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Pelvis
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4
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pts
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The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags. The vehicle scored 2 out 2 in this test.
Acceptable
Pedestrian Summary
The bumper scored maximum points for its protection of pedestrians' legs. Also, the protection offered by the bonnet to the head of a struck child was predominantly fair. However, protection of adults' heads was mostly poor.
Pedestrian Rating Explained
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Green Vehicle Guide
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Combined Fuel Consumption
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CO2
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Greenhouse Rating
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Air Pollution Rating
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Overall Rating
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6.3 L/100km
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144 g/km
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7.5 /10
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7.5 /10
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Base Model Safety Features
Legend
Standard
Not Available
Optional
No Information
The latest UCSR are based on statistics collected from car crashes in Australia and New Zealand between 1990 and 2017, where someone was killed or seriously injured. Over eight million police reported crashes were analysed in the latest UCSR.
