The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport makes its world debut at this year's Goodwood Moving Motor Show and Festival of Speed. Powered by a highly-efficient 1.6-litre THP Stop&Start (S&S) petrol engine and extensively developed by Peugeot Sport, this latest Peugeot GTi is offered in two versions with 250bhp and 270bhp outputs both delivering impressive performance.

The visual enhancements they have made to create the 308 GTi are obvious from every angle. Boasting exclusive styling front and rear, the car sits 11mm lower to the ground than the standard 308. The nose features full LED headlamps, flanking a new black radiator grille with a horizontal chequered pattern and gloss-black finishing.

The same motif is echoed on the air intake, which is surrounded by sequential LED indicators and a red detail strip (chrome on Ultimate Red cars). Below the bumper, two front spoilers boost aerodynamic performance.

The Peugeot i-Cockpit instrument concept has been an integral aspect of the 308's appeal and sales success, and continues to be more expressive on this range-topping car. The centrally-mounted, driver-facing touchscreen offers ergonomic convenience and state-of-the-art functionality, with the Redline theme adding a final touch of flair. The intuitive and user-friendly approach promotes safe, instinctive driving - crucial for a car that has performance in its genes.

Finely-tuned running gear ensures dynamic driving which inspires confidence. The pseudo-MacPherson strut in the front operates with precision, while the rear axle with its twist-beam system ensures a seamless pairing. These components also help reduce the weight of the 308 GTi, with a semi-hollow anti-roll bar and aluminium wishbones.

The entire vertical suspension system in the front is specific to the new 308 GTi, and including bespoke spring stiffness and shock absorber calibration. The anti-roll bar is more malleable to ensure a better match with the rear axle to enhance grip while cornering to increase road holding.

The 308 GTi benefits from Peugeot's relentless quest for weight savings right from the start of the 308 project. These include use of parent company PSA's versatile and accomplished 'EMP2' platform, composite tailgate and use of high-tensile steel. This bid to lighten the vehicle weight has brought tangible results expressed in the performance of the 308 GTi.