PEUGEOT E-5008 ELECTRIC ESTATE 157kW GT 73kWh 5dr Auto

Peugeot's E-5008 offers seven proper seats to customers wanting a mid-sized electric SUV. Jonathan Crouch drives it.

Ten Second Review

Peugeot's E-5008 offers a pretty unique proposition to those in search of a relatively affordable seven-seat EV. This, the first 5008 to be fully battery-powered, also offers a versatile, sophisticated cabin. It ought to find a ready market.

Background

You might reasonably think that finding a gap in the volume part of the over-crowded SUV market would be almost impossible. Not so. That one rather obvious opportunity still exists is highlighted by this car, the Peugeot E-5008. What other mid-sized model that isn't a converted van can offer you a full-EV drivetrain and seven proper seats for under £60,000? With that kind of unique selling point, you'd think this car might have a ready market. This is the third generation design in the 5008 model line, but the first to be offered with the option of the full-electric drivetrain that's created the E-5008 variant we look at here. This third generation 5008 (like its two predecessors) is essentially just a stretched version of the 3008 (or in this case the E-3008). Which means that in MK3 form, this electrified 5008 is based on the latest, more sophisticated Stellantis Group STLA platform (which also underpins the latest Vauxhall Grandland). Let's take a closer look.

Driving Experience

A family-sized seven-seat SUV isn't meant to be thrown about. But it should be capable of safe, high speed handling, should circumstances demand that. If you want us to get right to it, that's what's been delivered here. Don't expect to particularly enjoy the back doubles on your way home from the school run. But if necessary, the 5008 will get you through them surprisingly quickly if your kids have made you late for your first appointment of the day. At the wheel, the unusual driving position of the 'i-Cockpit' design takes some getting used to, but does encourage wrist-flick direction changes from the little tiller. In terms of EV powertrain, all you really need here is the 210hp 73kWh single motor E-5008 model that most customers will choose - the version we tried. It's not particularly fast for an EV, making 62mph in 9.7 seconds, but there's plenty of pulling power that makes the performance quite enough for family duties and eager enough for a 2.2-tonne family car. EV range is up to 339 miles. If you want to go further, there's a Long Range Single Motor model available with 231hp and a larger 97kWh battery that can take you up to 414 miles. At the top of the line-up is the '320 Dual Motor AWD' model, which produces 315hp from its twin motors and also uses the larger 97kWh battery pack. Driving range with that variant is quoted at 310 miles. On all E-5008s, there are three stages of selectable regenerative braking (Low, Moderate and Enhanced) and three main driving modes - 'Eco', 'Normal' and 'Sport', with an extra '4WD' setting available on the dual motor model. Peugeot claims the underfloor battery pack gives the car greater stiffness than its combustion predecessor, which should help handling. A multi-link rear axle bolted to this MK3 5008's new STLA Medium platform features on the E-5008 and ought to help clump all that weight over speed humps and poor surfaces.

Design and Build

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. Let's consider boot space. With the third row in place, there's 348-litres of boot capacity. There's a light on the left and a deep stowage well beneath the luggage board. Pull the lower black tabs to 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

For this E-5008, expect to need a price premium of around £2,500 over an equivalent E-3008. That means a starting price of around £48,000 for the base 'Allure' version, or around £52,000 for the top 'GT' model you'd probably rather have. To give you some perspective, an equivalent 48V Hybrid combustion 5008 would cost around £37,000. The E-5008 Long Range model costs from around £51,000. '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

As we told you in our 'Driving' section, this 73kWh E-5008 has an EV range of 310 miles - which extends to 414 miles for the 97kWh Single Motor version. To get near to these figures, you'll have to make frequent use of the provided 'Eco' drive mode and the various settings (low, moderate and enhanced) of the regenerative braking system. Peugeot claims an efficiency figure of 3.6 miles per kWh for this 73kWh entry-level E-5008 variant. This is aided by eco tyres, friction-reducing bearings, a slippery drag coefficient of 0.28Cd and (if you pay extra for it) a heat pump which will preserve range in cold weather. A little surprisingly, the STLA Medium platform hasn't been engineered with the 800V architecture that would enable use of the latest breed of ultra-rapid DC public chargers. But with its 400V system, the E-5008 can DC charge at up to 160kW, which for the 73kWh standard model allows for 20-80% charge in 30 minutes, with a charging rate of 2.4kWh per minute at its peak, at which point 62 miles of range are added every 10 minutes. It'd be 27 minutes for a 20-80% DC charge of the Long Range model's 97kWh battery. As for AC charging from home, well for the standard 73kWh model, Peugeot quotes battery replenishment time of 4 hours 30 minutes for a 20-80% charge with a 3-phase 11kW supply. For a full charge using a single-phase supply and 7.4kW wallbox, you're looking at 11 hours 45 minutes. That rises to 14 hours and 45 minutes for a full 7.4kW charge of the 97kWh Long Range model - with an hour longer needed for the Dual Motor AWD version. Via the 'MyPeugeot' smartphone app or by using the vehicle's touchscreen, owners can schedule a wake-up time for the E-5008's 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. An 'Energy' section of the centre screen gives you a 'History' section offering a graphical chart of energy consumption in mi/kWh over the last 30 miles. You can also select a 'Usage' screen showing usage of energy by the E-Motor, the climate system and other ancillaries. The E-5008 gets its own 'Peugeot Allure Care' warranty, which covers the vehicle's motor, charging and electrical systems and is in addition to the eight year/100,000 mile battery warranty that all EV makers are these days mandated to provide. What 'Allure Care' does is extend the standard three year warranty by two years and 15,000 miles every time the vehicle is serviced at a franchised Peugeot dealer - up to a total of eight years or 100,000 miles.

Summary

Given that this E-5008 rather has the SUV side of the sub-£60,000 seven-seat market to itself, it doesn't have to be as good as it is. The battery stats look competitive and it feels avant-garde, both inside and out. Don't expect a particularly engaging driving experience, but few customers will be seeking that. Some might not like the divisive 'i-Cockpit' driving position though. And we'd hoped this car might be slightly more affordable than is. We think though, that you're getting a lot more for your money here than you would be with an identically-engineered Peugeot E-3008. Or indeed just about any other mid-sized SUV full-electric crossover you could name. That third seating row gives this Peugeot a real advantage and you get it without the frumpiness that would come with a van-based electric MPV. All good.

Body Glass

Automatic windscreen wiper activation with interval wiping intensity control

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

Rain sensor

Rear wiper

Tailgate with heated rear window

Brakes

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

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

Electric parking brake

Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

Enhanced 3 stage regenerative braking via steering wheel mounted paddles

Front/rear disc brakes

Hill start assist

Post collision safety brake

Carpets/Rugs

Luxury front and rear carpet mats with Iced Clay stitching

Chassis/Suspension

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

Communication

Bluetooth with two microphones (Connect up to 2 phones)

E-call

Natural voice recognition

Wireless smartphone charger with status light and ambient lighting

Driver Aids

Driver foot rest

e-remote control

Hands free Smart Electric Tailgate (foot operated)

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

Remote charge management via My PEUGEOT App

Driver Convenience

Adaptive cruise control with Stop and Go

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

Driver profile selection

Driver vigilance camera

Front parking sensor

Lane keep assist

Rear parking sensor

Speed limit and traffic sign recognition and recommendation

Wireless mirror screen with apple carplay and android auto

Driver Information

Exterior temperature indicator with ice warning

Front passenger seat detection

Multi function trip computer

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

PEUGEOT SOS and assistance

Driving Mirrors

Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors

Frameless electrochrome interior rear view mirror

Orbital gloss black door mirrors

Embellishment Trims

Aluminium printed dashboard and front door panel Alcove decor

Textile decor for dashboard, door panels and centre console arch

Entertainment

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

2x USB-C sockets for charging at rear

6 speakers

AM/FM bi-tuner

DAB Radio (Digital Audio Broadcasting)

Peugeot customisable virtual iToggles

Exterior Body Features

5008 model designation badges front and rear in basalt grey

Black diamond roof and rear roof spoiler finished in Nera black metallic

Body coloured exterior door handles

Front grille with body coloured accents

Gloss black connecting strip between rear lights

Gloss black finish B pillar

Gloss black roof rails

Lower front and rear bumper trims in meteor grey

Orbital gloss black lower door claddings and widened wheel arches

PEUGEOT shield on front wings

Rear side wing doors

Exterior Lights

Automatic hazard light activation upon heavy brake application

Automatic headlamp activation

Door mirrors - Welcome lighting and integrated LED indicators

Full LED 3D glass blades design Peugeot signature claw effect rear lights

LED exterior lighting

LED third brake light

Peugeot 3-claw signature front and rear daytime running lights

Pixel LED Technology headlights with adaptive high beam assist

Heating/Cooling/Ventilation

Additional rear blower

Cabin high efficiency filter

Cabin pre-conditioning

Quick launch cabin heating/cooling function

Rear air vents

Tri zone climate control

Interior Features

12V socket in front and boot

2 cupholders in front centre console with closed storage

2nd Row Manual Window Blinds

4 Grab handles retractable and damped

4 tie down luggage rings

Arch design central console with concealed storage

Central armrest with two cupholders and smartphone holder in 2nd row

Chrome finish interior door handles

Compact heated multifunction steering wheel with full grain leather Iced Clay stitching, gloss black and satin chrome detailing and GT badge

Driver pedals with aluminium finish

e-Toggle compact gear selector

Electric power steering with reach and rake adjustable steering column

Glasses storage box, roof mounted

Luggage cover

Mistral black pillars and headlining

Roll up awning fitted to tailgate

Roof lining - Meteor grey

Stainless steel PEUGEOT door sill trims

Two bag hooks

Under floor storage in boot

Interior Lights

LED boot light

LED footwell lights

LED front and rear roof lighting

LED Glovebox light

Safety

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

2x3 point rear seatbelts for row 3

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

Adaptive driver and front passenger airbags including passenger airbag deactivation function

Child locking functionality on rear doors

Electromechanical Low Pitch Single tone horn

Front and rear curtain airbags

Front and row 2 side airbags

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

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

Tyre under inflation monitoring and detection (Indirect)

Seats

2 seat bench in 3rd row

3 seat bench in 2nd row

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

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

Central front armrest with ventilated storage compartment and LED lighting

Driver's manual adjustable lumbar support

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

Single front passenger seat

Security

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

Acoustic vehicle alert system (AVAS)

Automatic door locking when moving off

Deadlocking system

Electronic code immobiliser

Exterior passenger door lock

Locking wheel nuts

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

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

Vanity Mirrors

LED illuminated driver and passenger concealed sunvisor mirrors

Vehicle Charging

11 kW triphase Bi-directional on board charger

Battery pre-conditioning

Mode 3 type 2 cable for wallbox charging

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) preparation

Wheels - Alloy

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

Wheels - Spare

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

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty: 70

Battery Capacity in kWh: 73

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins): 270

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change: 20-80

Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW: 11

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins): 30

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change: 20-80

Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW: 160

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins): N

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change: N

Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW: N

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins): N

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change: N

Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW: N

Battery Leased: 0

Battery Type: Lithium-ion

Charging Port Location: Left Side Rear

Coupler/Connector Type: CCS Type 2

Maximum Charging Rate - kW: 160

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage: 100000

Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years: 8

Usable Battery Capacity: 73

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb: 17.9

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH: 21.3

WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL: 16

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb: 3.5

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH: 2.9

WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL: 3.9

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City: 628

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City - TEH: 517

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City - TEL: 684

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb: 497

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH: 412

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL: 542

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City: 390

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City - TEH: 321

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City - TEL: 425

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb: 309

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH: 256

WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL: 337

Emissions - ICE

CO: N

CO2 (g/km): 0

HC: N

HC+NOx: N

Noise Level dB(A): N

NOx: N

Particles: N

Standard Emissions: N

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft: N

Catalytic Convertor: N

CC: 1

Compression Ratio: N

Cylinder Layout: N

Cylinders: N

Cylinders - Bore (mm): N

Cylinders - Stroke (mm): N

Engine Layout: N

Fuel Delivery: N

Gears: 1 SPEED

Number of Valves: N

Transmission: AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Combined (mpg): N

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies: N

EC Extra Urban (mpg): N

EC Urban (mpg): N

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying: No

Badge Engine CC: 0.0

Badge Power: 210

Based On ID: N

Coin Description: 73kWh

Coin Series: GT

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

Generation Mark: 3

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07: 35E

NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: 80

NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: 85

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: 4

NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: 79

NCAP Safety Assist %: 62

Service Interval Frequency - Months: 24

Service Interval Mileage: 16000

Special Edition: 0

Special Order: 0

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage: 60000

Standard manufacturers warranty - Years: 3

Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months: N

Timing Belt Interval Mileage: N

Vehicle Homologation Class: M1

Performance

0 to 60 mph (secs): 0

0 to 62 mph (secs): 9.7

Engine Power - BHP: 213

Engine Power - KW: 157

Engine Power - PS: No

Engine Power - RPM: 3935

Engine Torque - LBS.FT: 253

Engine Torque - MKG: 35

Engine Torque - NM: 343

Engine Torque - RPM: 250

Top Speed: 105

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP

RDE Certification Level: N/A

Tyres

Alloys?: No

Space Saver?: 0

Tyre Size Front: 235/55 R19

Tyre Size Rear: 235/55 R19

Tyre Size Spare: TYRE REPAIR KIT

Wheel Style: LULEA

Wheel Type: 19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height: N

Height (including roof rails): 1694

Length: 4791

Wheelbase: 2901

Width: 1895

Width (including mirrors): 2108

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): N

Gross Vehicle Weight: 2900

Luggage Capacity (Seats Down): 2232

Luggage Capacity (Seats Up): 348

Max. Loading Weight: 715

Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 1000

Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked: 750

Minimum Kerbweight: 2185

No. of Seats: 7

Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 11.2

Driver Convenience

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

Heating/Cooling/Ventilation

Heat pump

Packs

360 vision and drive assist pack - 5008 GT/GT Premium/Launch Edition

Embossed Alcantara upholstery pack - 5008

Sunroof pack - 5008

Paint - Metallic

Metallic - Obsession blue

Paint - Special

Additional metallic - Cumulus grey

Additional metallic - Ingaro blue

Additional metallic - Nera black

Additional metallic - Okenite white

Towing

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

Trim - Alcantara Suede

Embossed Alcantara with leather effect trim - Mistral black with Iced Clay (light green) stitching + Peugeot Shield embossed on front head rest

Trim - Cloth

UZIRIS embossed fabric with leather effect trim - Mistral black with Iced Clay (light green) stitching + Peugeot Shield embossed on front head rest