French car brand Peugeot has channeled one of its most famous hot hatches for its wild Polygon concept, an electric hatch which previews the radical styling and fresh tech set of the next-generation 208 .

The slickly styled three-door Polygon – named for its "multiple personalities" – was unveiled as "the shape of future driving pleasure" and inspired by the 205 GTi sold here between 1987 and 1994.

The 205 GTi, the performance version of Peugeot's light hatch, is regarded by many enthusiasts as the pinnacle of ten-tenths driver engagement, with a rally pedigree which sees it remains a collector's item today.

In a statement, Peugeot said the electric concept is "not a dream" but a preview of "the Peugeots of tomorrow" – with the next-generation 208, a rival to the Volkswagen Polo

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