Video: Renault Clio RS Trophy vs Peugeot 208 GTi on track battle

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The French have long been known for their hot hatches, with Peugeot and Renault in particular having produced some legendary fast-but-cheap metal over the years.

Peugeot's latest model, the 208 GTi, has some shoes to fill – its forbear from the late 80s, the 205 GTI, is regarded as one of the best-handling hot hatches ever made.