Peugeot 3008 Review and Prices

As far as SUVs go, the Peugeot 3008 is a bit of a glamorous starlet, but as any Hollywood A-lister will (quietly) tell you, to keep looking good you may need the occasional update.

Now, the Peugeot 3008 hasn’t quite been to a Brazilian back street clinic, and it’s always been nicely designed, but it’s had a series of nips and tucks for 2021 in a bid to help you distinguish it from the likes of the VW Tiguan, Skoda Karoq and Nissan Qashqai.

The old Peugeot 3008 had a fairly conventional front grille, but this new version gets a sweeping array of square chrome trim that stretches from one headlight to the other. There’s also a pair of new vertical daytime running lights on higher-spec cars – just like the ones on the new Peugeot 2008.

The interior is a familiar sight compared with the old Peugeot 3008, but that’s definitely no bad thing. It’s one of the most interesting-looking cabins of any SUV, and the quality is just as impressive as the way it looks. In front of the driver remains a 12-inch digital driver’s display in place of a traditional instrument panel, although all but entry-level Active models now get a 10-inch central infotainment screen, rather than the old car’s 8-inch system.

Controls are laid out in a fashion that wraps around you. Physical buttons to control the infotainment are pointed towards you, while a high-set centre console creates a comfortable, cocoon-like effect. Materials are of a very high standard as well, and everything feels solidly built. There’s plenty of choices to make your 3008 a little more you as well, including the option of red Nappa leather or black Alcantara-trimmed seats, with top-spec GT models also coming with lime-wood inserts.

Seat adjustment is fantastic, but the tiny, squared-off steering wheel can make seeing the digital display a bit of a nightmare for some — so you should definitely take a Peugeot 3008 for a test drive before committing to a purchase.

There’s lots left to be desired in the back row as well, where having three passengers might be a little too close for comfort.

Boot space for the Peugeot 3008 comes in at a competitive 520 litres and it’s all very usable too, with a boxy shape and the lack of a lip makes sliding cargo in and out without having to lean down dead easy.

With plenty of kit on board, like the larger touchscreen and keyless go, Allure Premium is the trim to have

There’s a choice of two petrol engines, a sole diesel and two plug-in hybrid models in the 3008 range.

As a car primarily for town driving, the Peugeot 3008 ticks most of the boxes. Light steering makes manoeuvering dead easy, plus the suspension is so good that you’ll only notice the roughest of bumps. Visibility isn’t great though, with giant pillars creating blind spots and a tiny rear window making it hard to see out of the back.

The Peugeot 3008 is perfectly fine on the motorway, too. Even with the dinky 1.2-litre petrol equipped, power is enough for brisk overtaking and there’s very little in the way of road noise beyond a tiny bit from the tyres and wind around the mirror. As you’d expect, fuel consumption is light.

It’s no sports car, though, so don’t expect much from the Peugeot 3008 if you want something that’s going to be fun when things get twistier. If that’s what you want from your small SUV, take a look at the Seat Ateca. 

Much like your mid-life Hollywood A-lister, a bit of a refresh really has improved the Peugeot 3008 without spoiling its core. If you’re in the market for a small SUV, you should definitely take a look at one. It doesn’t lead the way in practicality or driving experience, but it’s certainly very good — and is undoubtedly one of the best-looking SUVs out there as well.

If that sounds like your next car, take a look at the latest Peugeot 3008 deals.