Peugeot 308 Towbars

Peugeot 308 Towing Specifications

The Peugeot 308 is a small family car, launched in 2007, below we will cover the two generations of the Peugeot 308's towing specifications.

Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards Towbar electric kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated. A quick look at Peugeot's warranty page confirms that Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards, only vehicles which are under 3 years old or have less than 60,000 miles on the clock, will have a manufacturers warranty active unless you have taken out the extended warranty.

"We’ll put it right for free. Naturally, we recommend that you take your Peugeot to one of our authorised repair centres for any work it needs. That’s the best way to make sure it gets first-rate attention from Peugeot-trained technicians, who’ll only use genuine Peugeot parts.

It also means your Peugeot Warranty will remain valid for its full duration. See our Warranty Terms & Conditions. Talk to your local Peugeot dealer to find out exactly what your Peugeot Vehicle Warranty covers. You can also check on the recommended Service Intervals for your Peugeot.

EXTENDING YOUR WARRANTY

For continued peace of mind, you can extend your warranty beyond the end of Peugeot’s manufacturer warranty with a Peugeot Renewal Warranty, providing your Peugeot is less than 3 years old, and has covered less than 60,000 miles. You can purchase Peugeot Renewal Warranty If you currently have a Peugeot Renewal Warranty or a Peugeot Approved Used Warranty, your vehicle has covered less than 100,000 miles, and will be less than 10 years old on your policy expiry date, we will be in touch before it expires to invite you to renew your warranty.

Peugeot Renewal Warranty offers extensive component coverage, repairs can be carried out at a Peugeot Authorised Repairer, and is available as an Annual Policy or a Monthly Renewing Policy. Another great thing about a Peugeot Renewal Warranty is that it’s fully transferrable if you decide to sell your car - a great incentive for potential buyers." Peugeot Warranty information

We do of course offer, Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.

Bypass Relays

Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards will require a bypass relay if universal electrics are fitted. Bypass relays are used to ensure that the kit does not present faults on the dashboard.

A bypass relay helps the universal kit hide from your vehicle ECU and functions so as not to put faults on the dashboard hence the name “BYPASS”.

A dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicles ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicle's software to run smoothly with the new towbar, it works very much like an update to your smartphone. All Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards will require coding if a dedicated kit is fitted.

Bumper cuts

The only option on the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards towbars is, None Visible Cut, or Visible, a bumper cut is required.

Nose weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important to not exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. For the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards the maximum capacity nose weight is 80kg, the minimum capacity nose weight is 75kg, nose weights are displayed under each tow bar below.

Towing weight

Towing weight is the weight that the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards towbars can tow safely, without damaging the vehicle, the maximum towing weight capacity is 1750kg, the minimum towing weight capacity is 1600kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your model of Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.

 

Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 Towing Specifications

If you own a Peugeot 308 hatchback built in 2014, then please check your logbook to ensure you know the exact model of your vehicle, if you are unsure, please feel free to call our agents for advice.

Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 Towbar electric kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated.

A quick look at Peugeot's warranty page confirms that Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014, only vehicles which are under 3 years old or have less than 60,000 miles on the clock, will have a manufacturers warranty active unless you have taken out the extended warranty.

"We’ll put it right for free. Naturally, we recommend that you take your Peugeot to one of our authorised repair centres for any work it needs. That’s the best way to make sure it gets first-rate attention from Peugeot-trained technicians, who’ll only use genuine Peugeot parts.

It also means your Peugeot Warranty will remain valid for its full duration. See our Warranty Terms & Conditions. Talk to your local Peugeot dealer to find out exactly what your Peugeot Vehicle Warranty covers. You can also check on the recommended Service Intervals for your Peugeot.

EXTENDING YOUR WARRANTY

For continued peace of mind, you can extend your warranty beyond the end of Peugeot’s manufacturer warranty with a Peugeot Renewal Warranty, providing your Peugeot is less than 3 years old, and has covered less than 60,000 miles. You can purchase Peugeot Renewal Warranty If you currently have a Peugeot Renewal Warranty or a Peugeot Approved Used Warranty, your vehicle has covered less than 100,000 miles, and will be less than 10 years old on your policy expiry date, we will be in touch before it expires to invite you to renew your warranty.

Peugeot Renewal Warranty offers extensive component coverage, repairs can be carried out at a Peugeot Authorised Repairer, and is available as an Annual Policy or a Monthly Renewing Policy. Another great thing about a Peugeot Renewal Warranty is that it’s fully transferrable if you decide to sell your car - a great incentive for potential buyers." Peugeot Warranty information

We do of course offer, Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.

Bypass Relays

Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 will require a bypass relay when universal electrics are fitted. Bypass relays are used to ensure that the kit does not present faults on the dashboard.

A bypass relay helps the universal kit hide from your vehicle ECU and functions so as not to put faults on the dashboard hence the name “BYPASS”.

A dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicles ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicle's software to run smoothly with the new towbar, it works very much like an update to your smartphone. All Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 will require coding if a dedicated kit is fitted.

Bumper cuts

The only option on the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 towbars are, None Visible, Visible, No Cut a bumper cut is required.

Nose weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important to not exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. For the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 the maximum capacity nose weight is 80kg, the minimum capacity nose weight is 73kg, nose weights are displayed under each tow bar below.

Towing weight

Towing weight is the weight that the Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 towbars can tow safely, without damaging the vehicle, the maximum towing weight capacity is 1800kg, the minimum towing capacity is 1650kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your model of Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2007-2014 as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.

Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards Towing Specifications

Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards Towbar electric kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated.

A quick look at Peugeot's warranty page confirms that Peugeot 308 Hatchback 2014 Onwards only vehicles which are under 3 years old or have less than 60,000 miles on the clock, will have a manufacturers warranty active unless you have taken out the extended warranty.

"We’ll put it right for free. Naturally, we recommend that you take your Peugeot to one of our authorised repair centres for any work it needs. That’s the best way to make sure it gets first-rate attention from Peugeot-trained technicians, who’ll only use genuine Peugeot parts. It also means your Peugeot Warranty will remain valid for its full duration. See our Warranty Terms & Conditions. Talk to your local Peugeot dealer to find out exactly what your Peugeot Vehicle Warranty covers. You can also check on the recommended Service Intervals for your Peugeot.

EXTENDING YOUR WARRANTY

For continued peace of mind, you can extend your warranty beyond the end of Peugeot’s manufacturer warranty with a Peugeot Renewal Warranty, providing your Peugeot is less than 3 years old, and has covered less than 60,000 miles. You can purchase Peugeot Renewal Warranty If you currently have a Peugeot Renewal Warranty or a Peugeot Approved Used Warranty, your vehicle has covered less than 100,000 miles, and will be less than 10 years old on your policy expiry date, we will be in touch before it expires to invite you to renew your warranty.

Peugeot Renewal Warranty offers extensive component coverage, repairs can be carried out at a Peugeot Authorised Repairer, and is available as an Annual Policy or a Monthly Renewing Policy. Another great thing about a Peugeot Renewal Warranty is that it’s fully transferrable if you decide to sell your car - a great incentive for potential buyers." Peugeot Warranty information

We do of course offer, Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.

Bypass Relays

Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards will require a bypass relay when universal electrics are fitted. Bypass relays are used to ensure that the kit does not present faults on the dashboard.

A bypass relay helps the universal kit hide from your vehicle ECU and functions so as not to put faults on the dashboard hence the name “BYPASS”.

A dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicles ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicle's software to run smoothly with the new towbar, it works very much like an update to your smartphone. All Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards will require coding if a dedicated kit is fitted.

Bumper cuts

The only option on the Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards towbars are, None Visible, Visible, No Cut a bumper cut is not always required.

Nose weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important to not exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. For the Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards the maximum capacity nose weight is 80kg, the minimum capacity nose weight is 73kg, nose weights are displayed under each tow bar below.

Towing weight

Towing weight is the weight that the Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards towbars can tow safely, without damaging the vehicle, the maximum towing weight capacity is 1800kg, the minimum towing capacity is 1650kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your model of Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.

 

Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 Towing Specifications

Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 Towbar electric kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated. A quick look at Peugeot's warranty page confirms that Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014, only vehicles which are under 3 years old or have less than 60,000 miles on the clock, will have a manufacturers warranty active unless you have taken out the extended warranty.

"We’ll put it right for free. Naturally, we recommend that you take your Peugeot to one of our authorised repair centres for any work it needs. That’s the best way to make sure it gets first-rate attention from Peugeot-trained technicians, who’ll only use genuine Peugeot parts.

It also means your Peugeot Warranty will remain valid for its full duration. See our Warranty Terms & Conditions. Talk to your local Peugeot dealer to find out exactly what your Peugeot Vehicle Warranty covers. You can also check on the recommended Service Intervals for your Peugeot.

EXTENDING YOUR WARRANTY

For continued peace of mind, you can extend your warranty beyond the end of Peugeot’s manufacturer warranty with a Peugeot Renewal Warranty, providing your Peugeot is less than 3 years old, and has covered less than 60,000 miles. You can purchase Peugeot Renewal Warranty If you currently have a Peugeot Renewal Warranty or a Peugeot Approved Used Warranty, your vehicle has covered less than 100,000 miles, and will be less than 10 years old on your policy expiry date, we will be in touch before it expires to invite you to renew your warranty.

Peugeot Renewal Warranty offers extensive component coverage, repairs can be carried out at a Peugeot Authorised Repairer, and is available as an Annual Policy or a Monthly Renewing Policy. Another great thing about a Peugeot Renewal Warranty is that it’s fully transferrable if you decide to sell your car - a great incentive for potential buyers." Peugeot Warranty information

We do of course offer, Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.

Bypass Relays

Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 will require a bypass relay when universal electrics are fitted. Bypass relays are used to ensure that the kit does not present faults on the dashboard. A bypass relay helps the universal kit hide from your vehicle ECU and functions so as not to put faults on the dashboard hence the name “BYPASS”. A dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicles ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicle's software to run smoothly with the new towbar, it works very much like an update to your smartphone. All Peugeot 308 SW 2014 onwards will require coding if a dedicated kit is fitted.

Bumper cuts

The only option on the Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 towbars are, None Visible, Visible, No Cut a bumper cut is required.

Nose weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important to not exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. For the Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 the maximum capacity nose weight is 80kg, the minimum capacity nose weight is 73kg, nose weights are displayed under each tow bar below.

Towing weight

Towing weight is the weight that the Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 towbars can tow safely, without damaging the vehicle, the maximum towing weight capacity is 1800kg, the minimum towing capacity is 1650kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your model of Peugeot 308 SW 2008-2014 as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.