In fact, it's been 30 years since the French automaker introduced the first 205 GTi, and to celebrate that milestone, it's released a new 30th Anniversary Edition of the latest 208 GTi.

In honor of the 205 GTi's 30th birthday, Peugeot has given its 208 GTi more power and a new suspension set up in an effort to recreate some of the magic that made its hot hatches famous in the past.

Peugeot 208 GTi 30th Anniversary Special Edition Unveiled. Published: 26 Jun 2014, 12:00 UTC • By: Mihnea Radu. 3 photos. Photo: Peugeot. Peugeot has taken the covers off its latest hot hatch ...

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To mark the 30th anniversary of its first GTi model, the iconic 205 GTi, Peugeot will release a special edition model for its current hot-hatch, the 208 Latest New Cars ...

The 205 GTi was so loved by critics and owners that Peugeot has been trying to replicate the appeal of its first hot-hatch ever since. To celebrate that anniversary, it has launched this limited ...

The 208 GTi 30th will also be available in Pearl White and Ruby Red – historical colours of Peugeot GTi cars. Perfectly consistent with its exterior signature and dynamic character, the interior ...

Peugeot's numbers released on its 30th B-day suggest, however, that it's fantastically popular. Launched at the end of March 2013, the PEUGEOT 208 GTi has already attracted 10,000 customers.

Peugeot has resisted the urge to tamper much with the appearance of the 208 GTi’s cabin for the 30th. To all intents and purposes, this is a 208 GTi as we currently know it.

Peugeot 208 GTI 30th: Review 208 GTI 30th confirms longed for revival of Peugeot's hot hatch mojo, lift-off oversteer and all! By Matt Bird / . Wednesday, 3 December 2014 / Loading comments ...

That’s not what Peugeot did with the 208 GTi 30th Anniversary edition – it’s a special model with actual extra muscle. They’ll even sell it to you in that slightly mad matte black and ...

The 30th anniversary cars cost £21,995, £2,000 more than the “standard” GTi, and Peugeot expects most to go to those who have owned, or still own, a 205 GTi.