Peugeot 5008
- By Peugeot -Id
- Published 01/8/2010
- General
- Unrated
You'll note that all of the key rivals listed for the 5008 have seven seats. This is because UK buyers will only be offered the 5008 as a full seven seater, complete with a pair of third row seats that fold flat into the boot floor, so it still works as a commodious five seater with a large boot.
There's a range of petrol and turbodiesel engines, as well as the option of Peugeot's new EGC twin-clutch gearbox that does away with the clutch pedal while retaining manual gearshifts or the option to let the gearbox do the thinking when it comes to gear selection. The 1.6-litre 110bhp turbodiesel with six-speed manual gearbox will be the big seller, but there's also the choice of a 2.0-litre turbodiesel in 150- and 163bhp forms, which come with six-speed manual and automatic gearboxes respectively. Petrol options are covered by a 120bhp 1.6-litre with five-speed manual or a turbocharged 1.6 boasting 156bhp and a manual six-speeder.
Is it any good?
Mixing an enjoyable drive with great versatility is something the Peugeot 5008's main rivals all manage with some aplomb, so the French newcomer has its work cut out. Thankfully, Peugeot's recent return to form with the way its cars drive - notably with the new 3008 - is carried forward to the 5008. It may share much with the Citroen C4 Picasso, but Peugeot has sharpened up the handling and steering responses, so the 5008 leans less in bends and turns into them with greater eagerness. This extra verve to the driving manners of the 5008 does not come at the expense of comfort, as the Peugeot takes every niggle and jiggle in the road's surface in its stride. This is exactly what Peugeot used to be famous for and it's a welcome return to form. Noise from the tyres, engine and wind is kept at more than arm's length in the 5008, making it refined for long journeys.
The driver is treated to a snug driving environment, helped by the revised dashboard of the 5008 compared to its Citroen cousin. There's no dash-top central digital display in the 5008. Instead, there's a more traditional instrument binnacle, while the centre console curves around the driver in what Peugeot describes as a similar fashion to an aeroplane's cockpit. We like it, as it places all of the minor controls within a wrist flick of the steering wheel and the high-set gear lever is also neatly and easily to hand. A head-up display is standard on the top of the range Exclusive model and an option for the others. It beams essential information, such as speed, onto a pop-up screen that's right in the driver's line of sight, so no need to take your eyes of the road when driving.
In the back, the five individual rear seats can all be tilted and folded flat into the floor to create a huge load space. Or, you can mix and match to your heart's content with seating and luggage configurations. However, the third row seats are best kept for children as knee space is limited for adults. The front passenger seat can also (optionally) fold flat to help fit in longer loads.
Should I call the bank manager?
All of the engines in the Peugeot 5008 stack up well next to their rivals for economy and emissions. The big-selling 1.6 HDi 110 with manual gearbox produces 140g/km of carbon dioxide and turns in 53.3mpg, so it's a sound choice. All 5008s come with air conditioning, electric handbrake and a CD and MP3 stereo. The mid-spec Sport upgrades with cruise control and extra storage space under the front seats and in the footwells, while the Exclusive gains a panoramic sunroof, larger alloy wheels, climate control and the head-up display. With prices starting at £16,895, the Peugeot is competitively priced, so it may well be worth a call to the bank manager if you're in the market for a compact MPV.
Summary
Peugeot may have arrived late to the compact MPV sector, but it's come up with a strong contender in the 5008. It has seven-seat practicality, offers an engaging drive along with excellent comfort and value for money. Definitely worth the wait.
Written by: Alisdair Suttie
There's a range of petrol and turbodiesel engines, as well as the option of Peugeot's new EGC twin-clutch gearbox that does away with the clutch pedal while retaining manual gearshifts or the option to let the gearbox do the thinking when it comes to gear selection. The 1.6-litre 110bhp turbodiesel with six-speed manual gearbox will be the big seller, but there's also the choice of a 2.0-litre turbodiesel in 150- and 163bhp forms, which come with six-speed manual and automatic gearboxes respectively. Petrol options are covered by a 120bhp 1.6-litre with five-speed manual or a turbocharged 1.6 boasting 156bhp and a manual six-speeder.
Is it any good?
Mixing an enjoyable drive with great versatility is something the Peugeot 5008's main rivals all manage with some aplomb, so the French newcomer has its work cut out. Thankfully, Peugeot's recent return to form with the way its cars drive - notably with the new 3008 - is carried forward to the 5008. It may share much with the Citroen C4 Picasso, but Peugeot has sharpened up the handling and steering responses, so the 5008 leans less in bends and turns into them with greater eagerness. This extra verve to the driving manners of the 5008 does not come at the expense of comfort, as the Peugeot takes every niggle and jiggle in the road's surface in its stride. This is exactly what Peugeot used to be famous for and it's a welcome return to form. Noise from the tyres, engine and wind is kept at more than arm's length in the 5008, making it refined for long journeys.
The driver is treated to a snug driving environment, helped by the revised dashboard of the 5008 compared to its Citroen cousin. There's no dash-top central digital display in the 5008. Instead, there's a more traditional instrument binnacle, while the centre console curves around the driver in what Peugeot describes as a similar fashion to an aeroplane's cockpit. We like it, as it places all of the minor controls within a wrist flick of the steering wheel and the high-set gear lever is also neatly and easily to hand. A head-up display is standard on the top of the range Exclusive model and an option for the others. It beams essential information, such as speed, onto a pop-up screen that's right in the driver's line of sight, so no need to take your eyes of the road when driving.
In the back, the five individual rear seats can all be tilted and folded flat into the floor to create a huge load space. Or, you can mix and match to your heart's content with seating and luggage configurations. However, the third row seats are best kept for children as knee space is limited for adults. The front passenger seat can also (optionally) fold flat to help fit in longer loads.
Should I call the bank manager?
All of the engines in the Peugeot 5008 stack up well next to their rivals for economy and emissions. The big-selling 1.6 HDi 110 with manual gearbox produces 140g/km of carbon dioxide and turns in 53.3mpg, so it's a sound choice. All 5008s come with air conditioning, electric handbrake and a CD and MP3 stereo. The mid-spec Sport upgrades with cruise control and extra storage space under the front seats and in the footwells, while the Exclusive gains a panoramic sunroof, larger alloy wheels, climate control and the head-up display. With prices starting at £16,895, the Peugeot is competitively priced, so it may well be worth a call to the bank manager if you're in the market for a compact MPV.
Summary
Peugeot may have arrived late to the compact MPV sector, but it's come up with a strong contender in the 5008. It has seven-seat practicality, offers an engaging drive along with excellent comfort and value for money. Definitely worth the wait.
Written by: Alisdair Suttie