So far as we can tell, despite now being over a year old since its international release, the Peugeot 3008 remains the best SUV in its class.
From the outside, it is still a head-turner thanks to its ultra-modern yet classy design, while the interior and associated infotainment system are yet to be matched by any other European or Asian rival in the same price range.
Ultimately, after six months of driving it, all the stereotypes of French cars have been put to rest. Yes, a few minor things have come undone, as we mentioned in the last update, but overall it has performed flawlessly and without trouble.
It’s important to emphasize its abilities, because some may look at the slightly higher sticker price and immediately put it out of contention for their next SUV.
But, while it may cost a few thousand dollars more than its Japanese or Korean rivals, it offers an entirely different experience as a result.
From the exceptional ride comfort that somehow seems able to absorb the poorest roads in Brisbane, to the highly dynamic driving abilities that make it an exciting car to drive with a bit of enthusiasm, the 3008 certainly ticks a lot of boxes.
It’s also one of the safest SUVs you can buy, with an amazing array of active safety features that can basically take full control of the car for limited periods of time if you become distracted, which we detailed in our first report.
The powertrain provides plenty of pull both from a standstill and in-gear. The 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine may seem a little underwhelming going by the numbers – 121kW of power and 240Nm of torque – but we can assure you it moves the Peugeot's weight with ease both in suburban environments and on the highway.
We managed to get our fuel economy to the low eights when we tried to drive sedately, but realistically expect it in the high eights.
But perhaps the most notable part of the car remains the interior, which after we’ve been harping on about it for more than six months still doesn’t get old. It’s at the very top of its class, and by quite a long way.
From the switchgear to the fully digital instrument cluster and the infotainment system, it genuinely puts the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLC and even the new BMW X3 on notice. It’s at their level of luxury for a lot less coin.
Our biggest gripe with the 3008 since having it new has been its three-year warranty, which the French company has now extended to five years, taking away any real excuse from buying one.
With a five-year warranty plus a new and far more effective distributor in Australia (same as Subaru), the French brand is going through a massive Australian revival.
There are ads for its cars everywhere you look, and there is no hiding the fact that these new Frenchies mean business, and that goes beyond skin deep.
There’s not a whole lot more we can say about this Peugeot, except that if you’re in the market for a Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson or something similar, we would highly recommend – at the very least – a visit to your local Peugeot dealer and take one of these for a test drive.
CAR DETAILS
- Make
PEUGEOT
- Model
3008
- Variant
GT LINE
- Series
P84 MY18
- Year
2018
- Body Type
4D WAGON
- Seats
-
CARADVICE RATINGS
- Overall
-
- Our Review
-
PRICING
- New Price
$43,490 MRLP
- Private Sale
N/A
- Dealer Retail
N/A
- Dealer Trade
N/A
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
- Engine Type
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
- Engine Size
1.6L
- Cylinders
TURBO 4
- Max. Torque
240Nm @ 1400rpm
- Max. Power
121kW @ 6000rpm
- Pwr:Wgt Ratio
88.3W/kg
- Bore & Stroke
77x85.8mm
- Compression Ratio
-
- Valve Gear
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
DRIVETRAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- Transmission
6 SP AUTOMATIC
- Drive Type
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
- Final Drive Ratio
0
FUEL SPECIFICATIONS
- Fuel Type
PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL
- Fuel Tank Capacity
75Litres
- Fuel Consumption (Combined)
7L / 100km
WEIGHT & MEASUREMENT
- Kerb Weight
1371
- Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Provided
- Height
1624mm
- Length
4447mm
- Width
1826mm
- Ground Clearance
198mm
- Towing Capacity
Brake:1300 Unbrake:750
STEERING & SUSPENSION
- Steering Type
RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED
- Turning Circle
0
- Front Rim Size
7.5Jx18
- Rear Rim Size
7.5Jx18
- Front Tyres
225/55 R18
- Rear Tyres
225/55 R18
- Wheel Base
2675
- Front Track
1587
- Rear Track
1596
- Front Brakes
DISC - VENTILATED
- Rear Brakes
DISC
- Front Suspension
MacPherson strut, Coil Spring, Hydraulic double acting shock absorber
- Rear Suspension
Beam axle, Hydraulic double acting shock absorber
STANDARD FEATURES
- Comfort
Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
- Control & Handling
18 Inch Alloy Wheels, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Electronic Stability Program, Hill Holder
- Driver
Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic, Cruise Control Intelligent/Active, Reversing Camera, Satellite Navigation, Trip Computer
- Engine & Transmission
-
- Entertainment
-
- Exterior
Rear Spoiler
- Interior
-
- Package
-
- Safety
Dual Front Airbag Package, Anti-lock Braking, Side Airbags
- Security
Central Locking Remote Control, Engine Immobiliser
OPTIONAL FEATURES
- Comfort
-
- Control & Handling
-
- Driver
-
- Engine & Transmission
-
- Entertainment
-
- Exterior
Metallic Paint, Metallic Paint Special
- Interior
Leather Trim
- Package
-
- Safety
Safety Pack
- Security
-
ECO & SAFETY RATINGS
- ANCAP Crash Test
- Green Vehicle
-
- Green House
-
- Air Pollution
-
- CO2 Emission
156grams/km
OTHER
- Discontinued Date
-
- Service Interval
12 months / 20,000 kms
- Warranty
60 months / 999,000 kms
- VIN Plate Location
Driver Side Eng Scuttle
- Country of Origin
France
No comments:
Post a Comment