Peugeot 308 for Sale - Import from Japan

The first 308 reached Japan in 2008 with the chassis prefix T7. It replaced the 307 and brought a more modern look with a wide range of engines. The second generation, the T9, followed in Japan from 2014 and won many fans for its light platform and compact cabin. Stock codes such as T9HN02 (hatchback) and T9WHN02 (SW estate) belong to this generation, while the T9BH01 code applies to a diesel BlueHDi car.

The current generation is the P5, and the stock codes P51HN09 and P515G06H are 2026 cars. The P5 comes as a hybrid and as a plug-in hybrid, and it uses the GT trim name.

If you like the 308 but want something smaller, look at the Peugeot 208, or a larger crossover in the Peugeot 3008.

Japanese grades give you useful clues. Allure is the mainstream trim, Cielo is a better-equipped Japan-market grade, and GT is the sporting level on the newest car. The T9 GTi, with its turbocharged 1.6 litre engine, is the performance model if you find one. Here is a quick guide.

• Budget buy: a 2015 to 2017 T9 Allure or Cielo, including the SW estate. These are the cheapest cars in stock.
• Diesel: the Allure BlueHDi, a 2017 car in stock, suits high-mileage drivers who want economy.
• Nearly new: a 2026 GT Hybrid. It is a hybrid hatchback with an automatic gearbox.
• Most advanced: the 2026 GT Plug-in Hybrid, which can run on electric power for short trips.

The T9 uses a six-speed automatic in many Japanese cars, so ask how it shifts and whether any gearbox faults are noted. The SW estate gives much more luggage space for the same money, which makes it the smart choice for families.

Start with the engine. Small turbocharged petrol engines from this period have a reputation for needing careful servicing, so ask for the oil change history. Some 1.2 litre PureTech engines use a belt running in oil, and the service interval matters. The 1.6 litre turbo engines on older T7 cars are known for timing chain wear and carbon build-up, so listen for rattling on a cold start.

On the hybrid and plug-in hybrid P5 cars, ask for the battery health, the charging cable and any warning lights. Check the infotainment screen, since the newer Peugeot dashboard relies on it for most functions.

Peugeot paintwork in Japan is generally good, but look for door dings and kerbed alloys. Use our auction sheet guide to read the grade and the inspector's notes. A car with a recent shaken and a service record is a safer buy than one without.

These bands come from current ZervTek stock, FOB Japan, November 2026. Use them as a guide, because trim, mileage and condition move the price.

• 2015 to 2017 T9 Allure, Allure BlueHDi and SW Cielo: from about ¥240,000 to ¥275,000 FOB.
• 2026 GT Hybrid: about ¥3.75 million to ¥4.47 million FOB.
• 2026 GT Plug-in Hybrid: about ¥5.29 million to ¥5.5 million FOB.

FOB is the price at the Japanese port before shipping, duty and taxes at your end. The gap between the cheap T9 cars and the new P5 cars is large, so decide first whether you want the lowest price or the newest technology. Our import cost article breaks down the rest of the bill, and the current list is on the Peugeot 308 stock page.

The rules depend on the country, so check the current rules before buying.

• United States: the 25-year rule in November 2026 covers cars built up to late 2001. Every 308 is newer than that, so none is eligible today. Be honest with yourself about this before you order.
• Canada: the 15-year rule covers cars built before about late 2011. The earliest T7 cars from 2008 to 2011 can qualify, but compliance with Canadian standards still needs checking.
• UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand: right-hand-drive markets that import used cars, with their own compliance steps. Many European cars sold in Japan are left-hand drive, so confirm the steering side in the listing.
• Other markets: left-hand-drive buyers in the Middle East and parts of Africa or Europe often find a Japanese Peugeot easy to register, but check local age limits.

Most buyers pick either a stock car or an auction lot. Stock cars come with a visible price and photos, while auction cars are bought for you by ZervTek, because the Japanese auctions are for dealers only and run Monday to Saturday. We were founded in 2014 in Chiba and ship to 30+ countries. A deposit may be requested before bidding, and it stays in your wallet balance if you do not win. After a win, payment is due within 3 days.

A European compact hatchback fits easily on a RoRo vessel, and that is usually the economical choice, while a container protects a nearly new GT Plug-in Hybrid. Because these are European cars with electronics, ask us for an inspection with photos on request, including the dash with the engine running. Our guide to European cars from Japan explains why low-mileage Japanese examples are popular. You will receive the export certificate, invoice and bill of lading.