Peugeot has begun taking reservations for its next-generation 208 supermini, which will be offered with a choice of petrol, diesel and electric power.

The 208, which made its public debut at the Geneva motor show following last month's global reveal, isn't set to go on sale in the UK until 2020, with order books opening later this summer - but public demand has meant Peugeot is now accepting early reservations.

Buyers can pay a refundable £500 deposit to secure their choice of GT Line Puretech 100 petrol with 8-speed automatic, BlueHDi 100 diesel with 6-speed manual, or the electric e-208. They will be contacted once orders begin to confirm their choice, and will be the first to be offered test drives. 

Around 4cm longer, lower and 30kg lighter than the car it replaces, the new 208 will offer a “more dynamic stance” than the previous one, according to Yann Beurel, the 208’s design manager, who describes its looks as “futuristic and young”.