Peugeot has released a video of the 208 GTI Concept, sporting version of the small French hatchback that will be unveiled at the next 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The Concept car is powered by the same 1.6-litre 4-cylinder THP unit of the RCZ, delivering 200 hp and 275Nm of maximum torque.

The 208 GTI Concept accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in less than 7 seconds, thanks to its front wheel drive connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Aesthetically the GTI differs from the standard 208 version for the dedicated aerodynamic kit and other exterior features such as alloy wheels and the GTI badge.

Inside the passenger compartment is lined with leather and Alcantara, featuring plenty of racing elements and boasting a high-tech infotainment system with Internet connection. Mass production of the car has not yet been confirmed, but considering the history of Peugeot, a sport version of the new 208 will be most likely.

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Peugeot releases pictures and info of the 208 GTi Concept, which will be introduced to the world at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. The car is based on the 3-door version of Peugeot’s new 208 hatchback and is powered by a supercharged 1.6-litre 4-cylinder THP unit delivering 200 hp and 275 Nm of peak torque, coupled to a 6-speed manual gearbox that transfers the power to the front axle. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 7 seconds.

From an aesthetic point of view, the model uses a distinctive aerodynamic kit featuring side sills as well as a number of specific badges spread all across the car’s body. In the cabin we have a sporty steering wheel coated in perforated leather, sports seats trimmed with Nappa leather, capped alcantara dash with contrasting stitching, a roof lining that is entirely black, aluminum pedals, LED technology backlighting the surrounds of its high-tech instruments and the mandatory info-tainment system with internet connectivity.

At the moment Peugeot has not officially confirmed whether this car will eventually hit the market or not, but the fact they are about to introduce it in Geneva is a sign that they are at least thinking about it. In comparison to the standard model, the 208 GTi Concept boasts a 36 mm wider track, which will measure 1,506 mm at the front and 1,503 mm at the rear. It also comes with a set of 5-spoke 18″ alloys fitted with 302 mm discs at the front and 249 mm discs at the back, mated to red-painted calipers. Did you notice the lower bar on the front grill sporting the Union Jack? That can be changed into a French ‘Le Tricolour’ flag too, if you feel like. More info on the 208 GTi can be found on the Press Release right after the jump.

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