“The Saga of Peugeot GTi”: A Unique Book to Share the Peugeot GTi Passion

• To mark the launch of the new PEUGEOT E-208 GTi and the 40th anniversary of the iconic 205 GTI 1.9, a definitive book recounts “The Saga of PEUGEOT GTi.”
• Unique and comprehensive, with exclusive documents and testimonies, this book tells the story of these spirited “pocket rockets”, both the road-going versions and their competition-bred counterparts, most notably the legendary 205 Turbo 16.
  
  
• The book “The Saga of PEUGEOT GTi”, published by SOFIA EDITIONS, is available for purchase on the PEUGEOT Lifestyle website PEUGEOT Lifestyle.
  
  

For PEUGEOT, the launch of the new E-208 GTi represents a special moment to connect with all those who share a passion for automobiles, driving pleasure, and performance. This passion was on full display at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, where the E-208 GTi was one of the star attractions, celebrated by PEUGEOT with a dedicated day at its booth on October 17th. This shared enthusiasm continues with the publication of the book “The Saga of PEUGEOT GTi.”

This definitive work, which chronicles over four decades of PEUGEOT’s sporting heritage and passion, invites readers to relive the story of a true automotive legend. From the 105 hp of the original 205 GTI to the 281 hp of the E-208 GTi, the technology has constantly evolved, yet always with a single, unwavering goal: to deliver the ultimate driving pleasure.

Compact, high-performance, versatile, and stylish : at PEUGEOT, “GTi” is a signature proudly worn by the 205, 309, 308, 208, and now the E-208. Throughout PEUGEOT’s history, however, many other models have embodied this same spirit, even without carrying the GTi label. Depending on the market and the era, models such as the 106, 306, 206, and 207 were variously badged as RC, S16, GT… or GTi!

Unique of its kind, comprehensive, and richly illustrated, this book traces the history of each of these “pocket rockets”, both the road-going versions and their competition-bred counterparts, most notably the legendary 205 Turbo 16 which served as the inspiration for the PEUGEOT E-T16 Concept, a star of the 2026 Paris Motor Show alongside the E-208 GTi. Featuring a wealth of historical documents and exclusive testimonies from some of the key players involved in this saga, this essential collector’s volume chronicles an exciting chapter in the history of the French automobile. For pleasure, more than ever!

Alain Favey, CEO of PEUGEOT, signs with emotion the book’s Editorial: “Today, this PEUGEOT GTi legacy commits us, compels us… and excites us! What a pleasure it is to launch the PEUGEOT E-208 GTi! And what a powerful symbol it is to reinvent the GTi legend with the E-208, the latest iteration of a PEUGEOT 2-series that, ever since the 205, has remained the beating heart of our brand.”

The book’s preface is written by Julien Fébreau, Formula 1 commentator for Canal+ in France and an enthusiastic member of the “GTi generation”: “If the GTi continues to make the hearts of so many enthusiasts race, it is because it is about more than just technical specifications or raw performance. For many of us, it evokes unique memories, intense emotions and, in deep, a certain vision of what the automobile is all about.”

Created by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, this definitive work is the perfect gift to find under the Christmas tree for any fan of PEUGEOT, of the GTi badge… or simply for anyone who loves cars!

The book “The saga of PEUGEOT GTi” (132 pages, 132 pictures) is available in English or French on the PEUGEOT Lifestyle website shop, €35.