The PEUGEOT 308 (2011-14) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 VTI 98 EU5 ACCESS is a five-door family hatchback in the UK’s competitive medium-sized car market. It provides more cabin and boot space than a city car, but is easier to park than an estate or SUV. Its petrol engine and Access trim offer a straightforward used-car choice. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 85 checks covering 35 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars shoppers have researched. Those checks show an average private-sale value of £2,600 and average recorded mileage of 80,000 miles; typical annual mileage is 6,000. Cars had about 2.4 previous keepers on average, suggesting ordinary used-car ownership histories rather than unusually high turnover. It suits commuters, couples and small families seeking affordable everyday transport. Against rivals such as the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra, the 308 offers comfortable, spacious practicality; this 98 hp petrol version favours relaxed motoring over sporty performance.