Summary
Launched in 2019 and arriving in the UK in early 2020, the Peugeot E-2008 is one of the new breed of small electric crossovers. It forms part of the overall Peugeot 2008 range, along with petrol and diesel versions.
The E-2008 is one of many small electric SUVs, with most of the established manufacturers now offering a model in this category. And they’re up against a host of new brands entering the UK market, so it has become a far more competitive arena than when the E-2008 was launched six years ago.
Reviewers have praised the Peugeot E-2008 for its sharp exterior styling and upmarket interior, although its distinctive ‘i-cockpit’ dashboard isn’t universally admired. It also scores on space, offering the same as its traditionally powered siblings with no impact on boot space from the batteries.
There are few complaints about the car’s smooth, hushed progress, but it’s not considered particularly sprightly. Earlier models were somewhat underpowered, offering up only 134hp, and sub-par in terms of battery range, only offering around 160 miles in ‘real-world’ use. However, a 2023 facelift improved power from the electric motor up to 156hp and driving range to beyond 200 miles of day-to-day driving thanks to a larger battery. These figures should be perfectly good for most households, but other EVs in this segment can do better.
The Peugeot does recover marks for allowing 100kW rapid recharging, which means you can charge the battery from flat to 80% capacity in around half an hour, and for its charge socket. This is at the back, where the fuel filler normally is, so you don’t have to reverse out of a parking space after using a public charger.
The 2023 facelift brought a few styling changes and interior updates to go with the improvements to the electric drivetrain. Peugeot also upgraded the ‘e’ in its EVs’ names from a lower-case ‘e’ to a capital ‘E’ across all its models at about the same time, so e-2008 became E-2008.
As of September 2025, the Peugeot E-2008 has a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 69%. It scores highly for its low running costs and for having zero tailpipe emissions, but its media review scores were only average to begin with and have declined over time. Peugeot’s new car warranty offering is also barely average. The E-2008 doesn’t have a safety rating and we don’t currently have any reliability data, so check back again soon.
- Peugeot 2008 (petrol and diesel versions) – Expert Rating
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E-2008 highlights
- Sharp exterior and interior styling
- Smooth and quiet in the cabin
- Rapid charging means short top-up times
- Batteries don’t take up boot space
E-2008 lowlights
- Battery range can’t match class leaders
- Distinctive dashboard design not universally popular
- Not the sharpest small SUV to drive
- Rear seats are a big tight
Key specifications
Body style: Small SUV
Power: electric motor, battery-powered
Price: From £35,400 on-road
Launched: Winter 2019/20
Last updated: Summer 2023
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Featured reviews
“Peugeot has given its popular 2008 range a nip and tuck, and it’s the E-2008’s increased range that represents the largest, most impressive change. It’s more expensive than some rivals, but it feels it. The so-so chassis and rear-seat space are the main things that keep it from challenging the class leaders.”
Model reviewed: 2023 facelift range
Score: 8 / 10
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Auto Express
Alex Ingram
“The Peugeot E-2008’s smart looks and impressive interior make alternatives seem dull in comparison, but rear seat space isn’t great.”
Model reviewed: 2023 facelift range
Score: 7 / 10
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Carwow
Darren Cassey
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Auto Express
Model reviewed: Facelift range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Peugeot has given its popular 2008 range a nip and tuck that goes more than skin deep. While ICE and electric versions benefit from improved safety and infotainment, it’s the e-2008’s increased range that represents the largest, most impressive change. It’s more expensive than some rivals, but it feels it. The so-so chassis and rear-seat space are the main things that keep it from challenging the class leaders.”
Author: Alex Ingram
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Model reviewed: Allure Premium
Score: 8 / 10
“Updates to the Peugeot e-2008 have focused on what buyers want at this level of the market: more range. It’s a small but useful gain and it’s great to see the brand acting to boost this small electric SUV’s appeal. However, the so-so ride, frustratingly sluggish infotainment system and a shortage of rear-seat space still peg this Peugeot back to the same result as it achieved initially.” (Sean Carson)
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: 2023 facelift range
Score: 7 / 10
“The all-electric Peugeot e-2008 now has more range, more power and better tech, making it a stylish EV option.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“Full-electric option for the already attractive Peugeot 2008 makes it a perfect, practical family EV for those looking to make the switch.”
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Business Car
Model reviewed: Allure (2023 facelift)
Score: 7 / 10
“The latest Peugeot E-2008 is a good car usefully improved, but in our opinion, the incoming Jeep Avenger offers more for a similar price.” (Martyn Collins)
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 4 / 10
“On the road, the Peugeot e-2008’s over-light steering, silly driving position, vague handling and roly-poly cornering are a serious disappointment – Peugeot can do so much better than this. Yes, it offers a soft ride, but the lack of body control is too high a price to pay for it. If you want comfort, the slightly less roomy Citroen e-C4 does this job so much better.” (Keith Adams)
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Car Keys
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Though the range isn’t hugely impressive, and top-spec versions are rather expensive, stick to a mid-spec model and you’re left with a very appealing EV that should be very easy and affordable to live with.”
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Carbuyer
Score: 8 / 10
“Eye-catching inside and out, the Peugeot e-2008 has a decent electric range and is impressively smooth”
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Company Car Today
Model reviewed: GT Line
“Tax breaks make EVs a no-brainer and the Peugeot e-2008 is a good one, offering a usable range, striking design, great quality and excellent running costs.”
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Discover EV
Model reviewed: GT-Line
Score: 7 / 10
“The Peugeot e-2008 is a stylish, practical and comfortable electric SUV but with a limited range.”
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Driving Electric
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Practical, well equipped and decent value for money, the Peugeot e-2008 isn’t the best car in its class, but it’s likeable and more than fit for purpose.”
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Green Car Guide
Score: 10 / 10
“The Peugeot e-2008 offers a fun driving experience compared to many electric rivals, as well as a striking design, all in a compact SUV package that so many buyers want – and it’s relatively affordable.”
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Heycar
Model reviewed: 2024 facelift range
Score: 7 / 10
“While the Peugeot e-2008 was once a niche variant of the regular 2008, the electric model is now the big story. Updates mean it’s now a more desirable electric SUV with an impressive cabin and useable range, although rivals still offer more for your money.”
Author: Andrew Brady
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
“An alternative to the Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia e-Niro, the Peugeot e-2008 is capable of covering 193 miles on a charge according to WLTP tests and can be charged to 80% in around 30 minutes.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.4 / 10
“Electric SUV helps bring EVs to mainstream.”
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The Sunday Times
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Not like the other small SUVs, and all the better for it.”
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The Telegraph
Model reviewed: 50kWh 136 GT line
Score: 8 / 10
“The petrol 2008 we tested a couple of months ago was a good car, but expensive. So it goes with the e-2008. Except the price gap to its cheaper electric rivals isn’t so yawning; what’s more, the quality interior, smooth driving experience and upmarket demeanour make that gap worth bridging.”
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“A crossover with a point: a practical, fun place to be and plenty of electrified zip.”
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
No safety rating
As of September 2025, the Peugeot E-2008 has not been awarded a safety rating by Euro NCAP. The conventional Peugeot 2008 range was tested in 2019, scoring four stars in standard form and five stars with the optional safety pack. The safety pack includes a more extensive autonomous emergency braking system, including adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function.
The safety rating for the regular 2008 does not automatically apply to the electric E-2008 as replacing the engine/gearbox/fuel tank with an electric motor and battery creates substantial differences in the overall vehicle, so it may behave significantly differently in an emergency.
If and when Euro NCAP tests the Peueot E-2008, we will update this page accordingly.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of September 2025, the Peugeot E-2008 has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Peugeot E-2008 is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it ever takes place. Check back again soon.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 230 miles | C |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 4.4 m/KWh | B |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 26 | C |
| Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
| Year 1 | £118 | A |
| Year 2 | £315 | A |
| Year 3 | £484 | A |
| Year 4 | £658 | A |
| Year 5 | £903 | A |
| Overall | £2,478 | A |
The Peugeot E-2008 should be a very cheap car to own and run, according to five-year cost data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our technical partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
Electrical efficiency (the equivalent of miles per gallon for a petrol or diesel car) is good, although a relatively small battery means that overall driving range is only average.
Scheduled servicing costs for the first five years are excellent, although insurance premiums are not likely to be as cheap as some other small electric SUVs.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of September 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Peugeot E-2008 to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the E-2008, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Peugeot E-2008
| Overall rating | C | 56% |
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 60,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Peugeot’s new car warranty is pretty much the bare minimum offered in the UK, with a duration of three years and a limit of 60,000 miles. Other rivals in the price bracket do better (and in some cases, much better).
In addition to the standard new car warranty, the E-2008 has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.
Warranty on a used Peugeot E-2008
- If you are purchasing an ‘Approved Used’ E-2008 from an official Peugeot dealership, you will get a minimum six-month warranty included.
- If you are buying a used E-2008 from an independent dealership, any warranty offered will vary and will probably be managed by a third-party warranty company.
- If you are buying a used E-2008 from a private seller, there are no warranty protections beyond any remaining portion of the original new car warranty.
If you’re looking to buy a used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Peugeot E-2008
Date: January 2023
Recall number: R/2023/009
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2022 to 12/2022
Number of vehicles affected: 1,610
Defect: There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit, which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
Remedy: Update the software of the traction battery control unit.
Date: January 2022
Recall number: R/2022/012
Model types: All
Build dates: 11/2019 to 09/2020
Number of vehicles affected: 1,100
Defect: There is a possibility that the open circuit detection system could be over-sensitive, causing a number of operational issues, including sudden power loss.
Remedy: Download the latest software configuration, check some electronic units and replace them if necessary.
As of September 2024 (our most recent data point), there have been two DVSA vehicle safety recalls on the Peugeot E-2008 – both shared with the E-208, incidentally – to address different issues.
Not all vehicles are affected by recalls. You can check to see if your car is included in any of the above recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Peugeot dealer.
If your car is affected by a recall, the vehicle must be repaired and you should not be charged for any work required. If you are buying a used Peugeot E-2008, you should insist that any outstanding recall work is completed before you take delivery of the vehicle.
Awards
Trophies, prizes and awards that the Peugeot E-2008 has received
2023
- EcoCar Electrified Top 50 – Best Electric Compact SUV
2020
- DieselCar & EcoCar Top 50 – Best Compact Electric Car
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