► New-generation Peugeot 5008 SUV revealed
► Long-range EV offered, plus hybrid models to come
► Larger sibling to latest 3008; shares design inside and out
Peugeot has pulled the covers off its new-generation 5008 SUV, launching a new electric e-5008 model with it.
The new e-5008 is, unsurprisingly, closely linked to the most recent e-3008 – just like previous versions have been, offering a larger passenger space area while still aiming to keep the look largely the same.
Peugeot is using the ‘EV native’ (which basically means it isn’t EV-only) STLA Medium platform, which allows the brand to offer a mild hybrid model as well as an electric model from launch, with a plug-in hybrid model to follow.
It really does look like the e-3008…
Dare we say ‘Russian Doll’? No bad thing per se – the new e-3008 is certainly a striking thing to look at, if perhaps not outwardly handsome – but this new e-5008 model certainly looks distinct.
The new e-5008 shares the same front end as the 3008, with its triple DRL design either side, high beltline, and eye-catching wheel designs. In fact, there’s very little to set the two apart visually – aside from the more upright rear end that’s designed to house those two extra seats.
It’s the same inside, with the fabric-upholstered sweeping dashboard and large curved panel housing the ‘panoramic i-Cockpit’ instruments and a big central display. There are physical switches, integrated neatly into the 5008’s sculptured dashboard, and you can spec premium seats approved by AGR (Aktion Gesunder Rücken, or Campaign for Healthier Backs).
The infotainment is Peugeot’s new i-Connect Advanced system, which includes a natural voice assistant that is ChatGPT-enabled and features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Any performance specs to share?
The new e-5008 will come with three powertrain options: Electric 210, Electric 230 Long Range and Electric 320 Dual Motor.
- Electric 210: 73kWh battery, 211bhp, front-wheel drive, 311-mile claimed range
- Electric 230 Long Range: 98kWh battery, 228bhp, front-wheel drive, 410-mile claimed range
- Electric 320 Dual Motor: 73kWh battery, 318bhp, all-wheel drive, 311-mile claimed range
On top of that, though Peugeot has confirmed the regular 5008 will feature a 134bhp mild hybrid combustion engine mated to a new six-speed dual-clutch transmission, and a plug-in hybrid model will arrive in 2025.
Can you tell me more about the rear space?
The second row slides 60:40, and the backrests are split 40:20:40. Each of the second row’s backrests recline, and Peugeot claims easy access to the third row of seats with one simple mechanism, too.
Peugeot says the boot space is rated to 259 litres with all seats up, 748 litres in five-seat mode and 1815 litres with all of them down, revealing a flat loading area. Not quite as big as the new Skoda Kodiaq, but reasonably competitive.
When can I get a new 5008?
Orders will open for the new e-5008 electric model, as well as the mild hybrid petrol 5008, in the autumn of 2024. The plug-in hybrid version will go on sale in 2025.