The famed French carmaker now has an all-new line-up of SUVs. Despite being the smallest of the bunch, the Peugeot 2008 crossover still impresses with a good blend of functionality and drivability.
It seems the world has truly embraced the SUV popularity craze, with new crossovers popping out left and right from virtually any automaker. Not wanting to miss out, Peugeot has also debuted an all-new line-up, with the smallest sibling leading the charge.Enter the Peugeot 2008, the French automaker's latest offering into the competitive compact SUV segment. Is the car truly an improvement, or merely a design façade? Let's find out!
New modern and striking aesthetics
If there is one word to encompass the entire design language of the Peugeot 2008, and by extension, the current Peugeot lineup, it would be bold.The car we were given was the range-topping GT variant. Upfront, new daytime running lights (DRLs) are designed to mimic a lion's claws, a homage to the brand's logo. Together with the large chrome grille and tall bonnet, these elements give the car an aggressive stance.Everywhere you look, triangular edges and sharp lines give the car unique angularity. Twin chrome exhausts and a protruding rear bumper finish up the back end. Rear LED combination lamps are tinted black, blending nicely with the car. This offers the illusion that the rear lamps appear to extend across the entire width of the car.The overall two-tone look of this car is rather nice, with black and chrome trim pieces juxtaposing against the main body colour. The roof is also splashed in black, discreetly concealing the panoramic sunroof.The GT variant sits on cool 18-inch rims that blend well with the 2008's design.Overall, we dare say that we like the styling of the 2008, with a design that really accentuates the modern styling language that Peugeot has for its lineup.
So it looks good, but how does it drive?
You get a small but determined 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine producing 129bhp and 230Nm of torque for power. This is the same engine found in its larger siblings, the Peugeot 3008 and 5008.Peak torque is available at just 1,750rpm or as...
What creature comforts do I get inside?
Inside, Peugeot really went above and beyond to make the 2008 stand out from the crowd, and it shows. Stepping in, you are immediately greeted with a unique hexagonal steering wheel. Though it looks weird, it is actually pretty ergonomic on the hands...
It's quite a practical car as well
As far as compact SUVs go, the Peugeot 2008 excels as a daily driver. You get decent rear legroom, and headroom in the car is not an issue even for taller individuals.Your occupants will also benefit from the good sound insulation, which is really effective in eliminating road noise.For cargo, you get a 434-litre boot which touts a flat floor and wide boot opening, making it easy to load items.Plus, you get a space-saver spare tyre which is rare for new cars nowadays, with most sporting only a flimsy tyre repair kit.During testing, we averaged around 12.2km/L for fuel economy. With a 44-litre tank, you will get a healthy average range of 540km.As a commuter, carparks and parking is absolutely no problem in the 2008 thanks to its feather-weight steering. The 180 degree rear camera plus front and rear sensors also make it effortless to negotiate even the tightest of parking lots.You get cruise control and a speed limiter in the 2008. Plus, on the GT variant, you get useful everyday features such as auto rain sensing wipers and auto levelling headlights, which are adaptive.
It's fun and striking, but is it worth it?
Overall, the Peugeot 2008 is an attractive package. You do get quite a lot for your money, and this makes it a competitive choice in today's hotly contested compact SUV segment.Some people might hate the new styling, but we feel Peugeot has taken a step in the right direction, with angular curves giving the car a refreshingly modern design language.It's a quirky and functional SUV, and it truly shines as a daily driver. After reading this, if you still have prejudices against Peugeot cars, we strongly recommend giving this model a try. We're willing to bet you'll be as satisfied as we were.
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