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Peugeot 2008 2021 review

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Peugeot 2008 2021 — front three-quarter view

Overview

The second-generation Peugeot 2008 arrived in the UK in early 2020, and 2021 cars are the sweet spot: early build niggles sorted, all powertrains on sale, and sharp used prices today. The range was a choose-your-own-adventure — 1.2 PureTech petrols with 100, 130 or 155hp, a 1.5 BlueHDi 100 diesel, and the e-2008 electric with 136hp and a 206-mile WLTP range. Launch trims were Active, Allure, GT Line and GT, with petrol prices starting at £20,150 OTR and the e-2008 from £28,150 after the then-£3,500 Plug-in Car Grant.

The PureTech 130 is the UK sweet spot: 230Nm, 0-62mph in 8.9 seconds with the 6-speed manual (9.1 with the 8-speed EAT8 auto) and around 43-50mpg WLTP. The e-2008's 50kWh battery delivers 206 miles WLTP and a relaxed 9.0-second 0-62 sprint. Whatever the powertrain, the 2008's party trick is its cabin: Peugeot's 3D i-Cockpit with the small steering wheel and raised instruments, piano-key toggle switches, and available 10-inch touchscreen all make rivals look dowdy. The 434-litre boot is among the biggest in the small-SUV class.

Practicality and polish aside, two things need attention. First, Euro NCAP gave the 2008 four stars in 2019 (91% adult, but weaker vulnerable-road-user and safety-assist scores) — fine, but rivals with five stars exist. Second, the PureTech's oil-bathed ("wet") timing belt can degrade and shed debris into the oil, potentially clogging the oil-pump pickup — belt condition and full service history are non-negotiable on any used PureTech. The e-2008, by contrast, sidesteps all of that with a simple 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty.

Used prices in 2026 make the 2008 tempting: petrols start around £9,000-£10,000 with well-specced cars at £12,500-£14,000, while 2021 e-2008s have collapsed to roughly £7,500-£12,000 — a lot of electric small SUV for the money. Standard kit included Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED 'claw' daytime running lights, and from GT Line up you get connected TomTom 3D navigation. Grip Control traction aid was an option for slippery surfaces on petrol versions.

UK price from: £20,150

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Specifications

Engine	1.2L PureTech petrol / 1.5L diesel / electric
Power	100 - 155 PS (petrol) / 136 PS (e-2008)
Torque	205 - 230 Nm (petrol)
0-62 mph	8.9 (PureTech 130) / 9.0 (e-2008)
Top speed	115 - 122 mph (93 mph e-2008)
Transmission	6-speed manual / 8-speed EAT8 auto
Drive	Front-wheel drive
Fuel economy	46.5 - 52.6 mpg (PureTech 100 WLTP)
CO2 emissions	121 - 137 g/km (petrol)
Boot space	434 litres (1,467 seats folded)
Kerb weight	From 1,188 kg (petrol)
Warranty	3 years / 60,000 miles (battery 8 yrs/100,000 mi on e-2008)

Features

1.2 PureTech petrol (100/130/155hp), 1.5 BlueHDi diesel, or e-2008 electric (136hp, 206-mile WLTP range)
Peugeot 3D i-Cockpit with small steering wheel and configurable instruments
7- or 10-inch HD touchscreen with piano-key toggles; Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard
434-litre boot — among the largest in the small-SUV class
6-speed manual or 8-speed EAT8 automatic; optional Grip Control traction aid
Connected TomTom 3D navigation, 8-colour ambient lighting and panoramic roof on higher trims
Active blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise with Stop & Go and lane positioning assist (GT)
LED 'claw' daytime running lights and 16- to 18-inch alloys by trim

Common parts & prices

Part	Price (GBP)	Notes
Front brake pads (set)	£34.99	Pattern part; OEM specification
Oil filter	£9.99	1.2 PureTech specification
Cabin pollen filter	£13.99
Front wiper blades (pair)	£18.99
Timing belt kit (wet belt)	£129.99	Main-dealer fitment advised for PureTech
12V battery	£79.99	Start-stop compatible

Prices are typical UK aftermarket/OEM guide prices and may vary by supplier.

Pros

Stylish inside and out — the 3D i-Cockpit feels special at this price
Big 434-litre boot and strong all-round practicality
E-2008 is a used bargain: 206-mile WLTP range from around £7,500
Sweet PureTech 130 engine: 8.9-second 0-62 with decent economy

Cons

Wet timing belt on PureTech engines needs careful service-history checks
Only a 4-star Euro NCAP rating (tested 2019)
Some hard interior plastics on lower trims
Rear seat is snug for taller passengers

Frequently asked questions

What is the real-world range of a 2021 e-2008?

The e-2008's official WLTP range is 206 miles from its 50kWh battery. In mixed real-world use, expect around 160-180 miles depending on temperature and driving style.

What is the PureTech wet timing belt issue?

The 1.2 PureTech's oil-bathed timing belt can degrade over time, shedding debris into the oil that may clog the oil-pump pickup. On a used 2008, insist on a full service history and ask a specialist to check belt condition — late, overdue oil changes are the biggest risk factor.

Was there a diesel 2008 in 2021?

Yes — the 1.5 BlueHDi 100 (99-101bhp, 6-speed manual, up to 54mpg) was the only diesel in the UK 2008 range. There was no BlueHDi 130 on this car.

How safe is the 2021 Peugeot 2008?

It scored four stars in Euro NCAP's 2019 tests, with 91% for adult occupants — but weaker scores for vulnerable road users (62%) and safety assist (68%) cost it the fifth star.

Is a used 2021 2008 a good buy?

Very strong value: petrols run from around £9,000-£10,000 (well-specced cars £12,500-£14,000), and the e-2008 from roughly £7,500-£12,000 is one of the cheapest ways into a proper-range electric SUV. Just check PureTech belt history, or buy the electric and dodge the issue entirely.