Reviewing the Peugeot 2008 EV

Our review of the Peugeot 2008 EV

The future of electric car adoption will rely heavily on cost-effective and affordable solutions. While Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Tesla (plus a sprinkling of Porsche) have all produced an array of quality and robust all-electric solutions, these are not overtly affordable to many UK electric car lease customers.

With the removal of the plug-in grant by Olev for both the car and for most charge point solutions, coupled with increasing list prices and reduced discounts, the financial pressure on the EV transition is somewhat discernible. For businesses there are some slightly different persuasive tax advantages - ultra-low company car tax exposure, ability to reclaim 100% of the rentals against corporation tax and NIC reductions on salary sacrifice schemes.

For true retail customers, being personal contract hire and personal contract purchase customers, these arguments are not applicable and it is really the lower running costs, improved driving experience and environmental benefits which are the key selling points. Although upcoming Clean Air Zones may make operating a combustion vehicle more expensive when driving around towns and cities, which will apply to all PCH, BCH and Sal Sac drivers.

So is the 2008 EV a good car?

To ensure that the small Peugeot SUV will be one of the 195,000+ BEV options registered so far in the UK (October 2022 stats from SMMT -, the Stellantis-owned French manufacturer has replicated the style, substance and desirability from their combustion models in their pure EV ones. Unlike some manufacturers who have created sub-brands or electric offshoots, Peugeot have effectively replaced a combustion engine with a lithium-ion battery. So in the 2008 a UK customer can choose between:

•  Active Premium+ - from £35,150 this model offers 16” Elborn alloys, automatic air conditioning, power folding mirrors, rear parking sensors, dark tinted rear windows, eco Led headlights and automatic lights/wipers;
•  Allure premium+ - from £36,750 this model offers 17” alloys, Peugeot 3D i-Cockpit, 3D connected navigation, 180 degree reversing camera, high centre console with 2 cup holders, aluminium pedals, lower front bumpers in silver, USB sockets in front / rear and active safety brake with night function;
•  GT - from £39,100 this model offers leather-effect upholstery, full LED headlights, 10” colour touchscreen, front parking sensors, heated front seats, diamond black roof, carpet mats, acoustic windscreen and 8-colour ambient lighting.

For colours, choose between Orange Fusion, Cumulus Grey, Nimbus Grey, Nera Black, Pearl White, Vertigo Blue and Elixir Red. In terms of additional options add the 16” space saver from £165, the Peugeot Open and Go from £350 or the FOCAL premium sound from £590. There is a host of aesthetic improvements like the 18” alloy selection from upwards of £250. 

And what about the battery on the 2008 electric - what is the range / miles it can do?

How quickly can it charge? The 2008 is equipped with a 45.0 kWh lithium-ion battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 8.5 seconds, 93 mph top speeds and 100 kW (or 134 hp). Expect a combined winter range of 130 miles with warmer weather allowing for 180 miles.

On charging, the 7.4 kW AC max will allow 7 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 100 kW DC maximum allowing 26  minute 10 – 80% times. The stated Vehicle Fuel Equivalent is 139mpg and the cargo volume is 434L, making this an efficient but practical family option. In terms of charging cost, 0 - 100% on a standard domestic tariff will be around £15, which is an equivalent cost per mile of 10 pence. 

Is the 2008 EV a good car - does it get a good rating?

The electrified SUV has the style and refinement which the Stellantis group have brought to the brand, effectively lifting this from the cheaper and more budget brand it was seen as. But selling this against a Hyundai Kona, Kia Niro EV, Vauxhall Mokka-e and MG ZS is not an easy task.

Affordable SUVs, with adequate range and charging speeds are no longer a rarity, so each manufacturer will have to ensure their product is more closely reviewed. Prices, while having increased during 2022 for EVs, are still closely considered and monitored by UK motorists.

And if car producers want to register units they do need to ensure they are firmly attuned to the market. In terms of the automotive media and press, CarWow are at 7/10, What Car? are at 4/5, TopGear 7/10 and Auto Express at 4/5. Most reviews point towards the comfortable drive, peppy performance and exciting looks. However, the 7kW AC standard charging speed falls short of the 11kW AC now appearing on many cars and the overall range is not quite as competent as the South Korean product. 

Peugeot E-2008 ELECTRIC ESTATE 100kW GT 50kWh 5dr Auto (Pure Electric Vehicle)

In terms of the car shown, the Peugeot E-2008 ELECTRIC ESTATE 100kW GT 50kWh 5dr Auto (Pure Electric Vehicle), this is based on the following configuration: 

•  Elixir Red Signature Paint
• Tri material leather/cloth - Capy/Isabella grey trim with lime green double stitching
•  17" Salamanca diamond cut alloy wheels
•  Front and Rear Carpet Mats (Dealer Fit)
•  Type 2 7Kw cable

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