Video Summary
The Peugeot e-5008 is a comfortable ride and family car, although its electric steering lacks feedback. There is plenty of freedom of movement and storage inside.It is a seven-seater vehicle with an optional third row for extra capacity that can be used as a tabletop. With all seats in use, there is only 348 liters of luggage space, but this increases when some seats are folded down.
The car is available with three different powertrains, ranging from 213 to 320 horsepower. Available battery packs include 73 or 98-kilowatt hours. The charging speed is always 160 kilowatts, and the three-phase charging is standard at a public charger.
The vehicle's range varies from 500 to 666 kilometers. The review found that the power consumption to be significant, 19.1-kilowatt hours per 100 kilometers. However, the regenerative braking system is very user-friendly.
The test car is a GT model with extras including massage seats that also offer cooling.
There is high tire noise and low visibility due to thick roof pillars. A heat pump must be added separately as it is not standard.
The reviewer recommends to also consider Peugeot's plug-in hybrid or normal hybrid if not interested in electric driving.
While gas version is expensive, electric version is relatively cheap on lease. Safety is enhanced through driver aids, but you must pay to receive the safety features for 360-degree cameras and blind-spot monitoring as optional extras.
Overall, the Peugeot e-5008 is a well-finished, fine-riding electric car with little competition.
