The PEUGEOT 308 (2011-14) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 THP 156 EU5 ACTIVE 6SPD is a practical five-door family hatchback in the UK’s popular medium-car class, alongside the Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf and Vauxhall Astra. Its tidy, understated styling and useful cabin make it a sensible alternative to more familiar rivals. With a turbocharged petrol engine and six-speed manual gearbox, this Active version offers brisker performance than basic family hatchbacks while remaining suitable for everyday commuting, school runs and longer journeys. It is best suited to drivers wanting more punch than a small city car, with five-door access and versatile space for couples or small families. Mycarcheck.com records 12 look-ups covering five different VINs, so the figures are useful indications rather than a large sample. The checked cars averaged £3,200 in private-sale value, 54,000 miles and 3.75 previous keepers; average annual mileage was 9,000. Check each car’s history and condition before buying.