The 2024 Peugeot e-2008 has had more than just a new badge and a fancy light upgrade – it’s had a performance boost, a bigger battery, and a range that’s seriously competitive for its size. Oh, and it can be fully charged for less than a Tesco Meal Deal.
We took it out for a week of real-world testing – chucking in golf clubs, kids, and even roping in the neighbours for a verdict – to see if it’s the electric hatch worth shortlisting.
First Impressions: French Flair Meets Everyday Practicality
Straight away, the new Peugeot badge and vertical grille give it a sharper, more modern look. The three-claw LED daytime running lights are pure Peugeot theatre – they look particularly menacing in someone’s rear-view mirror at night.
Round the back, it’s all very ooh la la: a sporty spoiler, full-width Peugeot badging, and crisp LED tail-lights. Even the bumper design feels more solid than most small EVs.
Peugeot e-2008 Performance & Range
Peugeot has given the e-2008 a 54 kWh battery with an official WLTP range of up to 252 miles – that’s a healthy bump up from the old model.
- 0–62 mph: 9.1 seconds
- Top speed: 93 mph
- DC fast charging: 100 kW (10–80% in ~27 minutes)
- Home charging: Full overnight on a 7 kW wallbox
At current UK off-peak rates (around £0.07/kWh), that’s about £4 for a full charge – way less than a London pint.
And when it comes to public charging, Zapmap is your best mate. With 100 kW rapid charging, the e-2008 can top up quickly on the go, and Zapmap makes planning those charging stops a breeze. The app shows you live availability and whether chargers are working before you even set off. Pair it with the Zapmap charge card, and you’ve got access to thousands of chargers across multiple networks with one simple tap – no faffing around with dozens of apps.
Driving Experience: Smooth, Quiet, Easy to Live With
The e-2008 isn’t here to blow your socks off with Tesla-level acceleration – but honestly, it doesn’t need to. It’s smooth, refined, and quiet. It’s the kind of car you settle into, rather than wrestle with.
One of our favourite touches? Physical buttons and knobs for key functions like drive modes, regen braking, and climate controls. No fiddling through endless touch menus while driving – take note, Tesla.
Living with the e-2008 day to day is made even easier with Zapmap in your pocket. Whether you’re running errands around town or heading out of the city, the app helps you find chargers nearby and filter by speed or payment type. It takes the stress out of topping up – especially if this is your first EV.
Practicality & Boot Space
With 434 litres of boot space (seats up) or 1,467 litres (seats down), the e-2008 will swallow a big suitcase, weekly shop, or a muddy dog without drama. The reversible boot floor is genius – flip it to the wipe-clean side for sandy beach days or football practice.
Golf clubs? They fit – but not without a bit of creative angling and brute force.
Boot Space: Surprisingly Spacious
This is where the Renault 5 punches above its weight. With the rear seats up, you get 326 litres – more than the Mini Electric and nearly double the Fiat 500e. Drop the seats and you’re looking at over 1,100 litres of usable space. It even passes the golf club challenge (just take out the driver).
There’s also a handy 27-litre underfloor compartment – perfect for charging cables or your secret stash of snacks.
Interior & Tech
Peugeot interiors have come a long way, and the e-208’s cabin is a genuinely pleasant place to be. Highlights include:
- A 3D holographic driver display (pointless but fun)
- Plenty of cubby holes for phones, keys, and sunglasses
- Two USB-C ports in the front
- Soft-touch materials in key areas
Downsides? The gloss black trim is a fingerprint magnet, and the glovebox is tiny.
How It Compares to Rivals
Kia Niro EV – The Niro offers a bigger boot and longer range, but it’s also a bigger car with a bigger price tag. For city driving and tighter spaces, the e-2008 feels nimbler and more fun.
VW ID.4 – The ID.4’s cabin is more spacious and tech-heavy, but its touch-sensitive controls can be frustrating. The e-2008’s physical buttons make day-to-day driving less faff.
Read our full Kia Niro EV review and VW ID.4 review for more.
Verdict: Small EV, Big Personality
The Peugeot e-2008 isn’t trying to be the biggest, fastest, or flashiest EV. Instead, it nails the balance between style, comfort, and running costs. It’s the kind of car that will make your daily drive feel just that little bit nicer – and that’s worth a lot.
If you’re tempted, check out Peugeot e-2008 lease deals from Select Car Leasing – you might just find the numbers make as much sense as the car itself.
