In 2019, Peugeot introduced the second generation of the 2008. This B-segment SUV shares its technology with the DS3 Crossback, Opel Crossland, Opel Mokka, and Jeep Avenger. The 2008 looks like a smaller version of the larger 3008 and 5008 within Peugeot’s model range.
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The Peugeot 2008 is the more spacious sibling of the 208. Those who find the 208 a bit too cramped will quickly feel at home in the 2008. Thanks to its design, you not only have more head and legroom in the back, but you also benefit from a larger trunk. Yet, the exterior dimensions have remained manageable, making the car perfectly suitable for urban areas.
Despite the higher body, the 2008 has pleasant handling. The car leans slightly more when steering than the lower 208, but still handles corners well. It does this without becoming uncomfortable. As a result, the 2008 scores a good balance between comfort and dynamics for many drivers, and it undoubtedly scores points compared to other compact SUVs.
The interior stands out with its large touchscreen, which controls most of the functions. There are very few physical buttons, which may take some getting used to for drivers who prefer traditional controls.
Peugeot offers the 2008 in three trim levels: Style, Allure, and GT. Previously, the entry-level model was called ‘Active’, but it was removed from the price list in 2024. The current standard version, Style, is equipped with 16-inch steel wheels with hubcaps, fabric upholstery, rear parking assistance, and a 10-inch touchscreen with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
If you want a little more luxury, step into the Allure version. This offers, among other things, 17-inch alloy wheels, faux leather parts in the upholstery, rear and front parking assistance, two USB-C connections, tinted windows, and an adjustable loading floor. The most extensive GT adds full-LED headlights, a black roof, ambient lighting adjustable in eight colors, and a reversing camera. Furthermore, the 2008 can be customized with extra options such as a panoramic roof, Alcantara upholstery, massage seat, or tow bar.
Performance
Engine-wise, the Peugeot 2008 offers a choice of gasoline, mild hybrid, and fully electric driving. Until 2024, there were various diesel options, including the 1.5 BlueHDi engines in variants with 100 or 130 hp. The diesels have now disappeared from the latest range.
In the gasoline area, only the 100 hp 1.2 PureTech engine is currently available. Until 2024, the 130 hp and 155 hp PureTech variants were also on the price list, but they have since been discontinued. The Peugeot 2008 with the 100-hp PureTech engine is the only version available with a manual gearbox.
Another engine that has been scrapped is the 136-hp 1.2 Hybrid. This engine is no longer supplied in the 2008 since 2025. However, another mild hybrid powertrain has replaced it: the 1.2 Hybrid of 145 hp. In this case, the petrol engine is slightly supported by an electric motor.
In addition to the gasoline and hybrid options, the fully electric e-2008 is also available. This latest version has an electric motor with 156 hp and a 54-kWh battery pack, with which you can theoretically drive 406 kilometers on a full battery. Previously, there was also a version with 136 hp and a 50 kWh battery, good for a theoretical range of 333 kilometers.
Space and practical usability
Inside, the Peugeot 2008 offers pleasantly much space, both front and rear. The higher body provides extra head and legroom, allowing adults to sit comfortably in the back as well. This makes the 2008 a suitable candidate as a family car.
The luggage space measures 434 liters and grows to a maximum of 1,467 liters when you fold down the rear seat. With the double bottom, except for the Style version, you can adjust the loading floor to your needs, so you can easily store your luggage or create extra space for larger objects.
Reliability and problems
A well-known problem of the Peugeot 2008 is the so-called wet timing belt of the PureTech engines. This belt runs through the oil and can crumble over time. This can cause particles to end up in the oil channels, which can lead to engine damage. From 2024, this engine was given a timing chain instead of a belt, so this problem no longer plays a role today.
In addition, the Peugeot 2008 sometimes suffered from electronic malfunctions in the first production years, including in the powertrain. Our user reviews also reveal minor annoyances, such as a cockpit that is sensitive to scratches and the ingress of moisture when opening the trunk lid.
