PEUGEOT 3008 ESTATE 1.6 Plug-in Hybrid 195 Allure 5dr Auto

Could you form a bond with this PHEV Peugeot 3008? Jonathan Crouch decides.

Ten Second Review

The best all-round Peugeot 3008 might well be this one, the Plug-in Hybrid 195 e-DSC7 version. This PHEV variant now goes up to 52 miles without troubling fossil fuel and aims to position you as the most stylish occupant of the gym car park. Tempting attributes.

Background

Here's the Peugeot 3008 variant you might not have considered - which is a pity because it could just be the one you actually need. We're talking about the PHEV version - or to give it its designated name, the 3008 Plug-in Hybrid 195 e-DSC7. In the 3008 range, the E-3008 full-EV version gets all the publicity, while the entry-level Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 self-charging model gets nearly all the sales. Price-positioned plumb between these two variants is this PHEV derivative which, at first glance, seems to offer the best bits of both. The old second generation 3008 offered a Plug-in Hybrid variant too (launched in 2020), but hardly anyone bought it because it was too expensive and its EV range was feeble. Will this replacement model do better? Let's take a closer look.

Driving Experience

The Plug-In Hybrid 195 e-DSC7 powertrain features a much larger 21kWh battery than the one used in the previous generation model. It delivers up to 52 miles of electric range. This is combined with an updated version of the brand's 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged PureTech petrol engine and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission incorporating a 92kW electric motor, resulting in a combined 195hp and 350Nm of torque. The 0-62mph sprint takes 7.8s en route to 137mph. The 3008 Plug-in Hybrid comes with a choice of three drive modes - 'Hybrid', 'Electric' and 'Sport'. The default mode is 'Hybrid', automatically managing the alternating or simultaneous operation of the petrol engine and electric motor. To optimise fuel consumption, this mode will prioritise all-electric driving as often as possible. The 'Electric' mode allows driving using only electric power with speeds up to 83mph, while in 'Sport', the electric power is used to supplement the petrol engine to deliver maximum performance for more dynamic driving. Thanks to its STLA platform, which also has to accommodate the larger 5008, this is one of the heavier PHEVs in the mid-sized class and you'll feel this car's considerable weight through the turns. Nor does it help that the wrist-flick responses promised by the little steering wheel don't translate into a rack with much feel when you most need it at speed through tight corners when you're running late.

Design and Build

Apart from the badging, there aren't really any visual give-aways that this is a Plug-in Hybrid 3008. If you choose any version of this Peugeot SUV, it'll probably primarily be because you like the way it looks; the sleek fastback styling, the distinctive slim 3D rear light panel and the unusual 'cat's ear' rear spoiler. This MK3 design is a bigger 3008 than its predecessor, 54mm wider and around 100mm longer than before. There are few body lines and Range Rover-like hidden waistline seals. And inside? Well Peugeot isn't going to abandon its unusual 'i-Cockpit' dashboard design approach - nor should it - but it can certainly evolve this approach, and has here, with this MK3 model's 'Panoramic i-Cockpit' set-up. The previous dinky little low-set wheel is retained but above it, there's now a gently curving 21-inch screen that doubles as a driver display and an infotainment monitor. It's been mounted so as to seemingly 'float' above the dashboard and stretches from the centre console to the A-pillar. As in the old car, there are configurable 'i-Toggle' haptic buttons, but Peugeot has doubled their number to ten. These can be set to deal with basic things like cabin temperature or fan speed; or maybe more eclectic things like reserving one to call a particular person on your phone. It all feels quite high end - the fascia is wrapped in grey textile, beautifully back-lit and highlighted by curved metallic inserts. As for the back seat, well the fastback roofline obviously doesn't help headroom, but this MK3 model's 64mm increase in wheelbase length should mean there's a little more leg space. Out back, thanks to the STLA Medium platform, the boot volume of the 3008 Plug-In Hybrid (588-litres, as with the other variants in the range) is 30% larger (up 130-litres) compared to the previous version.

Market and Model

Peugeot has positioned this PHEV 3008 neatly in the middle of the range price-wise, with prices from launch starting from just under £41,000. To give you some perspective, the self-charging Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 3008 model starts from around £35,000, while the full-EV E-3008 starts from around £46,000. As usual with Peugeot these days, there are two available trim levels, 'Allure' and 'GT'. 'Allure' trim includes 19-inch alloy wheels, ECO LED headlights, rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, cruise control, body-coloured accents for the front grille and keyless entry. Plus ambient lighting linked to the drive modes, a wireless smartphone charging pad and wireless 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring. 'GT' spec upgrades you to 20-inch wheels and adds a contrasting black roof and rear spoiler, as well as a heated steering wheel, pixel LED headlights with adaptive high beams, adaptive cruise control with stop and go functions, a hands-free opening tailgate and front parking sensors. There's also 8-colour extended ambient lighting, a frameless electrochrome rear view mirror, driver's seat lumbar support, heated front seats and Alcantara upholstery with faux leather trimming. Each spec level can be specified with a choice of three different options packs. There's lots of camera safety kit too, including autonomous braking and Lane keep assist.

Cost of Ownership

Peugeot rates the EV range of this Plug-in Hybrid as 39-52 miles - which is quite a range, but considerably greater than the previous generation model. In exclusively city-based motoring, that would rise to 50-64 miles. Fuel consumption is rated at 212.7-356.2mpg. And CO2 returns are rated at 18-30g/km, depending on variant. When equipped with the optional 7.4kW on-board charger, charging this car's 21kWh battery takes 2 hours 45 minutes (from 0-100%) from an AC fast charger. Via the 'MyPeugeot' smartphone app or by using the vehicle's touchscreen, owners can schedule a wake-up time for the battery. This means that the cells can be at the optimal temperature for efficiency from the time you start up, plus of course the interior can also be pre-cooled or pre-heated too. Owners can opt to purchase a single service plan to cover all essential maintenance. Service intervals for all 3008s are every year or 20,000 miles. The PHEV battery comes with an eight year / 100,000 warranty for 70% of its capacity.

Summary

Peugeot has taken a close look at all the failings of the previous generation 3008 Plug-in Hybrid and tried to thoroughly address them with this replacement model. It's still quite pricey and, by the latest class standards, it's EV range could still be longer, but it's undeniably a very much improved product. Which sets itself apart in the showroom with avant-garde looks and a trendy cabin. Whether you'd want to blow the kind of money that Peugeot's asking for one of these is another question. If you're seduced by this 3008 though and need the low BiK taxation that only a plug-in derivative can offer, for us it makes more sense than the pricey, heavier EV model.

Body Glass

Rain sensor

Rear wiper

Laminated windscreen

Acoustic windscreen

Dark tinted privacy glass for rear door, Tailgate and Quarter windows

Flat blade wipers with magic wash integrated nozzles

Front and rear electric windows with one touch

Tailgate with heated rear window

Automatic windscreen wiper activation with interval wiping intensity control

Brakes

Front/rear disc brakes

Hill start assist

Electric parking brake

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) and EBA (Emergency Braking Assistance)

Post collision safety brake

Advanced Emergency Braking System with radar (AEBS3) providing night detection of pedestrians and cyclists

Chassis/Suspension

Dynamic stability control and electronic anti-skid system

Communication

E-call

Natural voice recognition

Bluetooth with two microphones (Connect up to 2 phones)

Wireless smartphone charger with status light and ambient lighting

Driver Aids

Rear parking sensor

Lane keep assist

Driver profile selection

Wireless mirror screen with apple carplay and android auto

Speed limit and traffic sign recognition and recommendation

Drive modes select (Eco, normal and sport) with configurable ambient lighting

Driver attention alert

Driver Convenience

Remote charge management via My PEUGEOT App

Driver foot rest

PEUGEOT i-Cockpit - 21" HD panoramic curved display incorporating instrument panel and touchscreen with 3colour themes

Driver Information

Multi function trip computer

PEUGEOT SOS and assistance

Exterior temperature indicator with ice warning

Front passenger seat detection

PEUGEOT i-connect advanced HD fully customisable touch screen, Navigation with Tom Tom Live updates and over the air map updates

Driving Mirrors

Electrochrome rear view mirror

Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors

Orbital gloss black door mirrors

Embellishment Trims

Stene grey finish for dashboard, door panels and central console decors

Entertainment

6 speakers

DAB Radio (Digital Audio Broadcasting)

AM/FM bi-tuner

Peugeot customisable virtual iToggles

USB-C sockets (2 x front and 2 x rear)

Exterior Body Features

Body colour roof

Gloss black finish B pillar

Body coloured exterior door handles

Rear side wing doors

Body colour floating effect rear spoiler

Lower front and rear bumper trims in meteor grey

Gloss black connecting strip between rear lights

3008 model designation badgers front and rear in basalt grey

Front grille with body coloured accents

Grained black lower door claddings and widened wheel arches

Plug-in rear badging in Basalt Grey

Exterior Lights

Automatic headlamp activation

LED third brake light

Automatic hazard light activation upon heavy brake application

Eco LED headlights

LED exterior lighting

Door mirrors - Welcome lighting and integrated LED indicators

Peugeot 3-claw signature front and rear daytime running lights

Heating/Cooling/Ventilation

Dual zone climate control

Rear air vents

Quick launch cabin heating/cooling function

Cabin high efficiency filter

Cabin thermal pre-conditioning (activated in vehicle or via remote services)

Interior Features

Luggage cover

Aluminium pedals

2 cupholders in front centre console

Electric power steering with reach and rake adjustable steering column

Two position boot floor

4 Grab handles retractable and damped

Two bag hooks

e-Toggle compact gear selector

Mistral black pillars and headlining

4 tie down luggage rings

Arch design central console with concealed storage

Glasses storage box, roof mounted

Compact split leather mutifunction steering wheel with gloss black and satin chrom detailing

Roof lining - Meteor grey

Chrome finish interior door handles

12V socket in front and boot

RISPY embossed fabric upholstery

Interior Lights

LED footwell lights

LED Glovebox light

LED boot light

8 colour ambient lighting

LED front and rear reading lights with push button control

Safety

Front and rear curtain airbags

Front optimised safety headrests and 3 x rear retractable headrests with height adjustable

Driver and front passenger side airbags

Child locking functionality on rear doors

3x3 point rear seat belts

Seatbelts - Front and rear outer seats with pyrotechnic pretensioners and force limiters

2x Isofix child seat fitting on outer rear seats with zipped cover

Driver and front passenger airbags with airbag deactivation function

Seats

Rear centre 3 point seat belt

3 seat rear bench

Seatbelt unfastened on the move audible and visual alert for front and rear seats

Dynamic front seats

Single front passenger seat

40/20/40 folding rear seat backrest with fixed base

Central front armrest with ventilated storage compartment and LED lighting

Security

Locking wheel nuts

Deadlocking system

Electronic code immobiliser

Automatic door locking when moving off

Acoustic vehicle alert system (AVAS)

Peugeot Open and Go (keyless entry and push button start)

Seatbelts reminder and unfastend warning indicator

Exterior passenger door lock

2x Keys (Lock, Unlock, Boot release function with concealed key)

Thatcham category 1 Perimetric and volumetric alarm with anti-lift detection

Vanity Mirrors

LED illuminated driver and passenger concealed sunvisor mirrors

Vehicle Charging

Mode 2 cable for domestic socket charging

Wheels

Michelin e-primacy class A+ tyres

Wheels - Alloy

19" LULEA diamond cut alloy wheels with star center cap in orbital black

Electric Vehicle Data

Maximum Charging Rate - kW: 3.7

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins): 330

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW: 3.7

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change: 0-100

Coupler/Connector Type: CCS Type 2

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years: 8

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage: 100000

Battery Capacity in kWh: 21

Battery Leased: 0

Battery Type: Lithium-ion

WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City - TEL: 101

WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City - TEH: 98

WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb: 85

WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL: 87

WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH: 84

Usable Battery Capacity: N

Charging Port Location: Left Side Rear

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty: 70

WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL: 54

WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH: 52

WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb: 53

WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City - TEL: 63

WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City - TEH: 61

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions: EURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb: 19

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL: 19

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH: 21

Engine and Drive Train

Gears: 7 SPEED

CC: 1598

Transmission: SEMI-AUTO

Engine Layout: FRONT TRANSVERSE

Cylinder Layout: IN-LINE

Camshaft: DOHC

Fuel Delivery: TURBO INJECTION

Catalytic Convertor: No

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies: 0

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH: 1.3

WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH: 212.7

WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL: 0.8

WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL: 356.2

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying: No

Generation Mark: 3

Special Edition: 0

Vehicle Homologation Class: M1

Badge Engine CC: 1.6

Badge Power: 195

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: 4

NCAP Safety Assist %: 62

NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: 79

NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: 85

NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: 82

Service Interval Frequency - Months: 12

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07: 32E

Based On ID: N

Special Order: 0

Service Interval Mileage: 16000

Standard manufacturers warranty - Years: 3

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage: 60000

Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?: 0

Coin Description: Hybrid 195

Coin Series: Allure

Performance

Engine Torque - LBS.FT: 221

Engine Torque - NM: 300

Engine Power - RPM: 5500

Engine Power - KW: 143

Top Speed: 136

Engine Power - BHP: 195

Engine Power - PS: No

0 to 60 mph (secs): 0

Engine Torque - RPM: 2000

0 to 62 mph (secs): 7.8

Engine Torque - MKG: 30.6

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP

RDE Certification Level: RDE 2

Tyres

Tyre Size Rear: 235/55 R19

Tyre Size Spare: N

Wheel Type: 19" ALLOY

Wheel Style: LULEA

Alloys?: No

Space Saver?: 0

Tyre Size Front: 235/55 R19

Vehicle Dimensions

Length: 4542

Wheelbase: 2739

Width: 1895

Width (including mirrors): 2108

Height: 1641

Height (including roof rails): N

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): 55

Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 1550

Max. Loading Weight: 515

Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): 588

Gross Vehicle Weight: 2420

No. of Seats: 5

Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): 1663

Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 10.6

Minimum Kerbweight: 1905

Exterior Body Features

Additional metallic paint

Packs

360 vision and drive assist pack - 3008

Drivers seat pack with front seat heating - 3008

Paint - Metallic

Additional metallic - Cumulus grey

Additional metallic - Nera black

Metallic - Obsession blue

Additional metallic - Titane grey

Additional metallic - Okenite white

Additional metallic - Ingaro blue

Towing

Retractable towbar manually with 13 pin harness and trailer sway mitigation system (TSM)

Trim - Cloth

RISPY embossed fabric with leather effect trim - Grey with Quartz (light pink) stitching

Vehicle Charging

7.4 kW single phase on board charger

Wheels - Spare

Tyre repair kit includes 12V compressor, Sealant and storage box