What changes for 2026
The 2026 Peugeot 208 is the restyled P21 second generation launched in 2019. The facelift keeps the visual DNA — compact 4.06 m silhouette, lion-claw lighting signature, sloping rear window — but refines several details: new front bumper with body-integrated grille (the 2019 "flat" grille disappears), Matrix LED headlights as standard from the Active trim (previously optional), new 16" and 17" wheel patterns, and the introduction of the iconic "Vertigo Blue" colour replacing the pre-facelift "Olivine Green".
Inside, the most marked evolution: the i-Cockpit 3D dash (holographic digital cluster with depth effect) trickles down from the 308 on Allure and GT trims. The central screen grows from 7" to 10" with onboard navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto. The i-Connect Advanced infotainment adds OTA updates and the MyPeugeot app for remote AC control (208 Electric only). Materials step up — Iostek recycled-fabric upholstery on Active, mixed fabric/leather on Allure, Mistral leather on GT.
2026 powertrains
Three engines in the Sopriam Moroccan catalogue for 2026. The 1.2 PureTech 75 manual is the entry (165,000 MAD): 75 hp / 118 Nm, 5-speed gearbox, 5.5 L/100 km WLTP. The 1.2 PureTech 100 EAT8 (199,000-229,000 MAD by trim) is the volume choice: 100 hp / 205 Nm, 8-speed torque-converter automatic, 5.6 L/100 km WLTP — expect 6.5-7 L/100 km in real Moroccan use.
The 208 Electric (from 339,000 MAD) remains the high-tech argument: new 156 hp motor (vs 136 hp on the pre-facelift), 260 Nm of torque, 51 kWh usable battery for 401 km of WLTP range (~330 km real in Morocco). AC 11 kW charging (full charge in 4h45) or DC 100 kW (10-80% in 25 min). No diesel or hybrid in the catalogue — Peugeot Maroc has positioned the 208 between petrol and full electric without an HEV middle ground.
Morocco prices and Sopriam trims
Three trims in petrol + Electric versions. Active 1.2 PureTech 75 (165,000 MAD): manual A/C, 10" screen, DAB+ radio, 15" steel wheels, 6 airbags, ABS+ESP. Active 1.2 PureTech 100 EAT8 (199,000 MAD): keeps Active + automatic gearbox + 16" alloys. Allure 1.2 PureTech 100 EAT8 (229,000 MAD): mixed upholstery, dual-zone automatic A/C, i-Cockpit 3D digital, onboard navigation, 17" wheels, rear camera, emergency braking with pedestrian detection. GT 1.2 PureTech 100 EAT8 (269,000 MAD): Mistral leather, heated seats, 17" diamond-cut wheels, extended ADAS pack (adaptive cruise, active blind-spot).
The 208 Electric Allure (339,000 MAD) takes the Allure kit + 156 hp powertrain, and the 208 Electric GT (369,000 MAD) adds leather upholstery + heated seats. At this level, the 208 Electric sits against the BYD Atto 3 Comfort (339,000 MAD, 420 km WLTP, more spacious SUV) and the Renault Megane E-Tech (~440,000 MAD, segment up). In the pure B-segment EV space, the 208 Electric remains the most accessible from European brands.
Our 2026 verdict
The Peugeot 208 stays the most stylish city car on the Moroccan market. The 2026 facelift corrects the two historical weaknesses (aging infotainment UI, polarising i-Cockpit ergonomics) without touching the design positioning that has defined the model since 2019. For those seeking a premium city car with assertive character, it's the default pick under 270,000 MAD.
Main reservation: the i-Cockpit remains an opinionated choice that doesn't suit everyone. The compact wheel + raised "over" screen polarise — some tall drivers find the wheel masks the digital cluster. Test drive mandatory before buying. On the competition side, the Renault Clio (145-235,000 MAD at Renault Maroc) stays 20-30,000 MAD cheaper at comparable kit but plays less upmarket. The Toyota Yaris hybrid (210-260,000 MAD) wins on 5-year TCO thanks to hybrid consumption and resale value. The 208 stays the most distinctive; the other two are the "rational" picks.
