- Responsive and economical 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Good cargo space
- Generally competent ride/handling balance…
- … but suspension lacks compliance on 18-inch wheels
- For 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine, turbo lag and indecisive automatic transmission
- Limited rear seat legroom
- Light steering lacks precision at higher speeds
Review: Peugeot T8.I 3008 (2010-15)
Overview
Released in June 2010, the Peugeot T8 Phase I (T8.I) 3008 was a compact, front-wheel drive SUV. Manufactured in Sochaux, France, the T8 3008 was available with a choice of three engines: a 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and a 1.6- or 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine. Transmission choices consisted of a six-speed manual, six speed automatic and Peugeot’s ‘EGC’ semi-automatic transmission (with automatic and clutchless manual modes). In April 2012, the 3008 range was updated as the XSE and XTE editions were replaced by Active and Allure, respectively.
| Variant | Engine | Trans. | Edition | Years | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 HDi | 1560 cc DV6 turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp man., 6sp semi-auto |
XSE | 2010-12 | 82 kW at 3600 rpm | 270 Nm at 1750 rpm |
| Active | 2012-15 | |||||
| 6sp semi-auto | XTE | 2010-12 | ||||
| Allure | 2012-15 | |||||
| 1.6 Turbo | 1598 cc EP6CDT turbo petrol I4 | 6sp auto | XSE, XTE |
2010-12 | 115 kW at 6000 rpm | 240 Nm at 1400 rpm |
| Active, Allure |
2012-15 | |||||
| 2.0 HDi | 1997 cc DW10C turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp auto | XSE, XTE |
2010-12 | 120 kW at 3750 rpm | 340 Nm at 2000 rpm |
| Active, Allure |
2012-15 |
Dimensions and suspension
Based on the PSA PF2 platform which was shared with the Peugeot 308 Wagon/Touring , the 3008 was 4365 mm long, 1837 mm wide, 1635 mm tall and had a 2613 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the 3008 had MacPherson strut front suspension with a linked anti-roll bar and a torsion beam rear axle with two rear suspension arms and an integral roll bar.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Peugeot 3008 included dual front airbags, front side airbags, full length curtain airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, rollover stability control (‘dynamic roll control’), traction control, hill assist and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Brakes
The 1.6 HDi had 283 mm by 26 mm ventilated front brake discs and 268 mm by 12 mm solid rear discs. The 1.6 Turbo and 2.0 HDi variants, however, had 302 mm by 26 mm ventilated front brake discs.
Euro NCAP testing
In Euro NCAP testing , the 3008 1.6 HDi variant achieved a five star safety rating which included an 86 per cent adult occupant protection rating and an 81 per cent child occupant protection rating. In the offset crash test, there was a slight risk of serious leg injury for the driver and the front passenger airbag was torn during deployment, causing it to vent in a manner contrary to its design – Peugeot attributed this to incorrect splitting of the airbag cover and an improved design was subsequently introduced. In the pole impact test, chest protection was marginal.
Under ANCAP’s methodology , this testing resulted in an adult protection score of 35.07 out of 37.
Grip Control
The 3008 was also available with an optional ‘Grip Control’ system, which included 16-inch mud and snow tyres and enabled the driver to select from five traction control settings including ‘snow’, ‘sand’ and ‘all-terrain’.
Features: 3008 XSE, Active, XTE and Allure
Standard features for the 3008 XSE included 17-inch alloy wheels, a six speaker sound system with CD player, dual zone climate control air conditioning, cooled center console, cruise control and speed limiter, rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, front and rear fog lights, leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote central locking, 60/40 split and flat folding rear seats, horizontally split-tailgate opening, driver’s seat lumbar adjustment, electric park brake, power windows and mirrors, power folding and heated mirrors, height and reach adjustable steering wheel, three 12 volt power outlets, a trip computer and an immobiliser.
With the introduction of the 3008 Active, standard features were extended to include a USB port, Bluetooth connectivity, a panoramic glass roof and head-up display.
Beyond this, the 3008 XTE was further equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, USB port, Bluetooth connectivity, distance control warning, heads-up display, panoramic glass roof with power sunblind, rear seat sun blinds and an electrochromatic rear view mirror.
The 3008 Allure also featured leather upholstery.
Specifications
Review: Peugeot T8.II 3008 (2015-16)
Overview
Released in Australia in March 2015, the T8 Phase II (T8.II) 3008 introduced a simplified range that consisted of Active editions, offered with 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol or 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engines.
Visually, the T8.II 3008 could be identified by its new headlights, fog lights, re-shaped grille and tail-lights. Inside, the T8.II 3008 featured dual rear underfloor stowage areas.
| Variant | Edition | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Turbo | Active | 1598 cc EP6CDT turbo petrol I4 | 6sp auto | 115 kW at 6000 rpm | 240 Nm at 1400 rpm |
| 2.0 HDi | Active | 1997 cc DW10C turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp auto | 120 kW at 3750 rpm | 340 Nm at 2000 rpm |
Features
Compared to its T8.I predecessor, standard features for the 3008 Active were extended to include Arkamys digital sound processing, a seven-inch touchscreen with satellite navigation and a rear view camera, and LED daytime running lights.
Optional Premium Pack
The T8.II 3008 Active was available with an optional, extra-cost Premium Pack which included full leather seats, heated front seats, a colour head-up display (HUD), rear window blinds and ‘Cielo’ panoramic glass roof.
Related links
- Specifications: Peugeot T8.II 3008 (March 2015)
- Peugeot Automobiles Australia: Peugeot 3008
- Wikipedia.org: Peugeot 3008
