Peugeot 2008: owner reviews and a review of the French crossover

A few months ago, the French automaker Peugeot presented its new crossover Peugeot 2008, which debuted at the Geneva Motor Show this year. There is a lot of information about this car on the web, so today we will pay special attention to this novelty and consider all its external, internal and technical features.

Design

The appearance of the crossover "Peugeot 2008" is impressive, and it's a fact. In the design of the car, French designers tried to use the maximum of the newest details and elements. Thus, the novelty has become very modern and elegant. In the guise of Peugeot, there is some kind of own, unique style, beyond explanation. However unusual it may be for us, the design of the crossover will be relevant for at least another five years. And this means that the company decided to create a new model, which will be a real bestseller on the world market.

As for the design itself, the French "gave" the car a completely new front and rear optics, which has never been used on the early models of crossovers. Looks nice and smooth shape of the bumper with chrome inserts from below and a wide radiator grille.

Dimensions and capacity

In terms of its external dimensions, this car easily fits into the class of compact SUVs. The total length of the novelty is 4160 millimeters, width - 1740 millimeters, height - 1500 millimeters. Thus the ground clearance of the car is equal to 16.5 centimeters. And although the clearance of the model in question is not entirely suitable for a full ride on the roads of the CIS, its trunk is really very roomy. The standard volume of the luggage compartment is 360 liters (+22 liters under the floor). If desired, it can be increased to almost 1200 liters by folding the rear row of seats.

Peugeot 2008: owner feedback and interior review

As in the appearance, inside the machine differs original style of design. In the eye rushes that all the bends, which, in theory, should be present on the sidewalls and the center console, are smoothed to the maximum. This makes the interior even more interesting. But this is not all the delights of the interior Peugeot 2008. The owners' feedback also emphasizes the presence of an unusual panel with a blue backlight and a large multifunction display centered on the console. The steering wheel is decorated with a chrome-plated insert on the bottom, and several remote control buttons are visible on the sides. The steering wheel itself seems to be very bloated and yet small. By the way, the column has its own adjustment. This allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to the maximum "for him". Information from the instrument panel is very easy to read. Perhaps, this was done due to the low landing of the steering wheel. Pleases the availability of free space in the cabin - it is enough for comfortable trips, both short and long distances.

About engines

What are the characteristics of the Peugeot 2008 engine? The novelty pleases with a wide assortment of power units. Here I have both diesel and gasoline installations. Among the last, the youngest is a three-cylinder engine with a capacity of 82 horsepower and a volume of 1.2 liters. Also there is a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter engine. Soon, according to the manufacturer, this line will be replenished with several three-cylinder 1.2-liter units with a capacity of 110 and 130 horsepower, respectively. It is worth noting and high environmental friendliness of the Peugeot 2008. The test showed that the concentration level of CO ₂ gases now does not exceed 98 grams per kilometer. This is a worthy indicator for a car of this class.

As for diesel engines, they will unfortunately not be available to Russians. Here it is necessary to note three aggregates. Among them, the younger - with a volume of 1.4 liters - develops a capacity of 68 horsepower. The average with 1.6 liters of capacity develops power in 92 "horses". The top engine is a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 115 horsepower. By the way, the latter is very economical as for such a crossover. At the "hundred" this engine absorbs no more than 3.8-4 liters of diesel in a mixed mode.

"Peugeot 2008" test drive withstood quite staunchly. The car perfectly obeys the corners and is pretty quick to overclock. It is these characteristics that a modern city car needs.

Transmission

What transmissions are supplied with the crossover "Peugeot 2008"? The owners' comments indicate the possibility of a wide choice of gearboxes. In Russia, buyers are offered a choice between a five-step "mechanics", a four-stage "automatic", and a robotic box for 5 gears.

Peugeot 2008 - complete sets and prices

In addition to a wide range of engines and original design, this crossover surprises us with its surprisingly low cost. The basic Access package will be available to customers for 650 thousand rubles. At the same time for the version with an automatic gearbox will have to pay 720 thousand rubles. The package with a 1.6-liter engine is available at a price of 780 thousand rubles. Well, the maximum version of Allure is about 864 thousand rubles.

So, we found out what the "Peugeot 2008" features, and also at what price it can be purchased on the Russian market. As you can see, the Peugeot company has taken a course on ideality, and the 2008 model showed everyone how modern and original can be the design of an ordinary ordinary crossover. In general, the French very often experiment with design. Probably, it is because of this that they are still confidently sticking to the world market.

Here's what happened: "Peugeot 2008". The owners' comments are eloquent. Check their fairness on your own experience!