PEUGEOT 5008 1.2 Hybrid 136 Allure 5dr e-DSC6

Peugeot's third generation 5008 seven-seat SUV could be at its best with self-charging Hybrid power. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

Your perfect version of the third generation Peugeot 5008 might be this one, the Hybrid 136 e-DSC6. It's not possible to plug it in, but if you want this stylised Gallic seven-seat SUV, it makes more sense than any other powerplant in the range.

Background

Wait long enough and everything comes along at once. Take electrification in Peugeot's largest SUV, the seven-seat 5008, for instance. From 2017 to 2023, it was on sale here without the slightest hint of electric or Hybrid power beneath the bonnet, even though Peugeot had a PHEV system that might have been made to fit. As production of the second generation 5008 was coming to an end in late 2023 though, Peugeot introduced a non-plug-in 48V Hybrid variant. And continues with that 136hp engine as the entry-level unit for the third generation model we look at here. With this MK3 design, you can also have a PHEV and a full-electric 5008, but arguably this much more affordable non-plug-in 48V Hybrid model makes more sense. Is this lightly electrified seven-seat family SUV a good fit for the current market? That's what we look at here.

Driving Experience

As with its 308 and 408 showroom stablemates, the 5008 Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 uses this 48V Hybrid unit only in its faster 136hp form (smaller Peugeot models like the 208 supermini also get it in lesser 100hp guise). As ever with a full-Hybrid, you have to have an auto gearbox, though this is a rather different kind of self-shifting transmission - and not only because it's of the dual-clutch sort and restricted to six speeds. Built into its casing is a DC inverter, an Engine Control Unit and, most significantly, a little 22hp electric motor powered by a tiny battery secreted beneath the front passenger seat. On the move, this motor can work together with this Hybrid model's 1.2-litre petrol engine - or separately from it. And, unlike with a mild hybrid system like that fitted to say, a Volkswagen Tiguan, here the car can be driven for short urban distances (under 18mph) on electric power alone. During deceleration, the petrol engine stops and the e-motor acts as a generator to recharge the Hybrid system's 48V battery. The battery also stores the energy recuperated by the regenerative braking system. The motor additionally assists the engine under acceleration - such as from standstill to 62mph, which in 'Sport' mode takes 10.4s en route to 124mph.

Design and Build

Apart from the badging, there aren't any visual giveaways as to this model's 48V Hybrid status. You wouldn't call this third generation 5008 pretty, but it looks quite futuristic - perhaps more the kind of car the current 3008 would have been if Peugeot hadn't decided to make that model a coupe-style SUV. As you'd expect given the need to fit in three seating rows, this 5008 is much boxier than its stablemate - and pretty large, the new STLA platform facilitating a length increase of around 150mm over its predecessor, which means it's now slightly longer than a rival Skoda Kodiaq. Overall, it's 4.79m long, 1.69m tall and 2.1m wide (including the mirrors). So not quite Kia EV9 territory, but not far off. Inside, it certainly feels like a car designed in the new electric era, the up-front cabin space replicating the 3008 design. Which means it's unusual and different, with a high dual-level centre console and an upper 'floating' 21-inch panoramic screen pod. This houses the infotainment system and, to the right of it, the driving information display, which as usual in a Peugeot you view over the top of the wheel rather than through the spokes. There's a small squared-off steering wheel, while swathes of grey fabric on the doors and the 'spine' that connects the dash to the centre console create cool Scandinavian-style vibe. But practicality will be a key requirement for 5008 customers - who may be disappointed to find that the three individual second row seats of the previous generation model have been replaced by a different configuration. This one lacks the old individual ISOFIX points but offers two larger more comfortable outer seats, flanking a narrow one in the middle that does without the child seat mount. The bench base slides by up to 150mm and the backrest reclines: even before you start fiddling with this, there's plenty of head and legroom. The third row isn't too difficult to get to and, thanks to this MK3 model's extra 60mm of wheelbase length, is now a little more spacious - though it's still clearly primarily intended for kids. A version without third row seating may in future be offered. With the third row in place, there's 348-litres of boot space. Fold the rear-most seats down and the revealed completely flat area is 916-litres in size. There's 2,232-litres of space with the second row folded too.

Market and Model

This Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 variant is the most accessibly-priced model in the third generation 5008 range, pitched from launch from just over £38,000 in base 'Allure'-spec form. You'll need £3,380 more for top 'GT'-spec. To give you some perspective, those figures undercut the Plug-in Hybrid model by around £5,000; and the full-electric E-5008 by over £10,000. 'Allure' trim includes 19-inch alloy wheels, 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 built into the panoramic 21 inch HD curves display. There's keyless entry, tri-zone automatic climate control and an HD reversing camera with a wash system and rear parking assistance. 'GT' spec upgrades you to 20-inch wheels and adds a contrasting black roof and rear spoiler, as well as a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, pixel LED headlights with adaptive high beams, adaptive cruise control with stop and go functions, a hands-free opening tailgate and front parking sensors. You also get a hands-free electric tailgate and Alcantara upholstery. Each spec level can be specified with a choice of various different options packs. There's lots of camera safety kit too, including autonomous braking and Lane keep assist. And there are six different paint colours.

Cost of Ownership

This 5008's self-charging Hybrid powertrain can operate more than 50% of the time in zero-emission all-electric mode during low-speed urban cruising, offering improved fuel economy over a conventional petrol engine (and the previous BlueHDi diesel) and (for a petrol unit) low levels of CO2. The actual 5008 Hybrid 136 e-DSC6 figures are up to 52.5mpg on the combined cycle and up to 122g/km of CO2. Thanks to the CO2 reduction, the Hybrid powertrain has a reduced rate of Vehicle Excise Duty and a lower rate of Benefit-in-Kind Tax for company car drivers (30% compared to 34% for the old BlueHDi 130 diesel version). But of course that's nothing like as good a tax return as you'd get from the E-5008 full-Electric model Peugeot really wants to sell you, which like all EVs, is BiK-rated at just 2% - until Spring 2025 anyway. This Peugeot Hybrid's petrol engine has been optimised for efficiency and operates in the Miller combustion cycle. This thermodynamic cycle is enabled by the variable geometry turbocharger, which enhances performance at low rpm, and variable valve timing. A belt-driven starter combines with the e-motor to start the petrol engine from cold. The belt-starter also restarts the engine quickly and seamlessly while driving. As for peace of mind, well there's the usual unremarkable Peugeot three year 60,000 mile warranty.

Summary

If you're set on choosing a 5008, we can't really see why you wouldn't choose this Hybrid 136 version. It can't offer you the tax breaks of its Plug-in Hybrid and full-electric 5008 range stablemates, but its asking prices are vastly lower and its 48V engine can still run on electric power much of the time during urban motoring. It's certainly a big step forward from the old-shape conventional PureTech 130 un-electrified variant. Engines like this for cars like this might not be a long term solution. But they're pretty good alternative right here, right now.

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

Post collision safety brake

Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with (EBD) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution

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

Chassis/Suspension

Dynamic stability control (DSC) and Anti slip regulation (ASR)

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

Manual gear changes via steering mounted paddles

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

Graphene carbon effect dashboard and front door panel Alcove decor

Textile decor for dashboard, door panels and centre console arch

Entertainment

6 speakers

DAB Radio (Digital Audio Broadcasting)

AM/FM bi-tuner

Peugeot customisable virtual iToggles

1x USB-C socket for data/charging at front

2x USB-C sockets for charging at rear

Exterior Body Features

Body colour roof

Gloss black finish B pillar

Gloss black roof rails

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

Front grille with body coloured accents

Grained black lower door claddings and wheel arches

Hybrid rear badging in basalt grey

5008 model designation badges front and rear 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

Rear air vents

Tri zone climate control

Quick launch cabin heating/cooling function

Cabin high efficiency filter

Additional rear blower

Interior Features

Luggage cover

Under floor storage in boot

Electric power steering with reach and rake adjustable steering column

4 Grab handles retractable and damped

Two bag hooks

Roll up awning fitted to tailgate

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

2 cupholders in front centre console with open storage

12V socket in front and boot

RISPY embossed fabric upholstery

Driver pedals with aluminium finish

Interior Lights

LED footwell lights

LED Glovebox light

LED boot light

8 colour ambient lighting

LED front and rear roof lighting

Safety

Driver airbag

Front and rear curtain airbags

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

Child locking functionality on rear doors

Tyre under inflation monitoring and detection (Indirect)

Adaptive front passenger airbags with airbag deactivation function

2x3 point rear seatbelts for row 3

Front and row 2 side airbags

2x3 point seatbelts for row 2 outer rear seats + Centre seat in row 2 with 3 point seatbelt

Seatbelts - Front and 2nd row outer seats with pyrotechnic pretensioners and force limiters

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

Seats

2 seat bench in 3rd row

3 seat bench in 2nd row

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

Single front passenger seat

Central front armrest with ventilated storage compartment and LED lighting

50/50 folding 3rd row seat backrest with fixed base

40/20/40 folding 2nd row seat backrest with 60/40 base with easy access to 3rd row seat

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)

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

Wheels - Alloy

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

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions: EURO 6

Noise Level dB(A): 74

CO: 0.343

HC: 0.02

NOx: 0.028

HC+NOx: N

Particles: 0.0003

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb: 130

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL: 114

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH: 131

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL: 113

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH: 137

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL: 106

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH: 125

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL: 143

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH: 167

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH: 143

WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL: 122

Engine and Drive Train

Cylinders - Bore (mm): 75

Cylinders - Stroke (mm): 90.5

CC: 1199

Cylinders: 3

Cylinder Layout: IN-LINE

Number of Valves: 12

Camshaft: DOHC

Fuel Delivery: TURBO DIRECT INJECTION

Catalytic Convertor: No

Engine Layout: FRONT TRANSVERSE

Compression Ratio: 11.5:1

Transmission: SEMI-AUTO

Gears: 6 SPEED

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies: 0

WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL: 55.8

WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH: 48.6

WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL: 56.6

WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH: 46.7

WLTP - MPG - High - TEL: 60.1

WLTP - MPG - High - TEH: 51

WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL: 44.7

WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH: 38.3

WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL: 52.5

WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH: 44.6

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL: 5.1

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH: 5.8

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEL: 5

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEH: 6

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL: 4.7

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH: 5.5

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL: 6.3

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH: 7.4

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL: 5.4

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH: 6.3

General

Coin Series: Allure

Coin Description: Hybrid 136

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

Special Edition: 0

Special Order: 0

Based On ID: N

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07: 23E

Service Interval Mileage: 16000

Service Interval Frequency - Months: 12

Badge Power: 136

Badge Engine CC: 1.2

Vehicle Homologation Class: M1

Generation Mark: 3

Alternative Fuel Qualifying: No

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs): 11.3

Top Speed: 123

Engine Power - BHP: 136

Engine Power - PS: No

0 to 60 mph (secs): 0

Engine Power - KW: 100

Engine Power - RPM: 5500

Engine Torque - LBS.FT: 170

Engine Torque - NM: 230

Engine Torque - RPM: 1750

Engine Torque - MKG: 23.5

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP

RDE Certification Level: RDE 2

Tyres

Tyre Size Front: 225/55 R19

Tyre Size Rear: 225/55 R19

Tyre Size Spare: N

Wheel Type: 19" ALLOY

Wheel Style: BREDA

Alloys?: No

Space Saver?: 0

Vehicle Dimensions

Length: 4791

Width: 1895

Wheelbase: 2901

Width (including mirrors): 2108

Height: N

Height (including roof rails): 1694

Weight and Capacities

Minimum Kerbweight: 1705

Gross Vehicle Weight: 2350

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): 55

Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 750

Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked: 750

Max. Loading Weight: 645

Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): 348

No. of Seats: 7

Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): 2232

Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 11.2

Driver Aids

Advanced grip control - 3 drive modes - Sand, Snow, Mud, Hill assist decent control (HADC) and Michelin cross climate 2 SUV class A tyres

Exterior Body Features

Additional metallic paint

Packs

360 vision and drive assist pack - 5008

Drivers seat pack with front seat heating - 5008

Paint - Metallic

Additional metallic - Cumulus grey

Additional metallic - Nera black

Additional metallic - Titane grey

Additional metallic - Okenite white

Metallic - Ingaro blue

Additional metallic - Obsession blue

Towing

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

Trim - Cloth

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

Wheels - Spare

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