- Peugeot will roll out Le Mans special editions across six of its models.
- Expect sporty styling, premium interiors, and high-output powertrains.
- The official debut is scheduled for the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Peugeot is honoring the 100th anniversary of its first participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1926 with a series of special editions across its entire car and SUV lineup.
The Peugeot 24 Hours Le Mans edition will be available for the 208 hatchback, the 308 hatchback and estate, the 408 fastback, as well as on the 3008 and 5008 SUVs. In other words, only the Rifter and Traveller vans escape the special treatment.
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The special editions will be based on the high-spec GT trim of the respective models. The full lineup appeared on an official teaser one year before their commercial launch, which is scheduled for the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Peugeot promises “unique” styling touches and a combination of “elegant black” with the signature blue hue of the illustrious race. Still, we can’t spot any differences with the GT variants of the existing models in the dark teaser.
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Phil York, head of Peugeot Marketing and Communications, spoke to Auto Express about the upcoming specials. He said that the Le Mans edition is a “different package” compared to the GTi, but claims it will bring “some real value to the customer”.
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While the official announcement focuses on the styling aspect of the special editions, the official said, “We won’t make it design only, it has to be the full package. We want technology!”
The equipment and powertrain lineup of the upcoming models will be announced on a later date. However, chances are they will be based on the plug-in hybrid or electric variants of each model, which usually have the highest output.
What Happened At Le Mans This Year?
The announcement lands right on the heels of the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Toyota Racing returned to the top step of the podium with a stellar 1-3 finish, with BMW M in second place and Cadillac taking fourth. It was a weekend of high drama that saw the end of Ferrari’s three-year winning streak, with the sole surviving 499P Hypercar crossing the line in fifth, just ahead of the Alpine A424. Meanwhile, the updated Peugeot 9X8 hybrid hypercars secured the 11th and 12th positions.
