2021 Peugeot 2008 in-depth review - substance as well as style?

The latest Peugeot 2008 SUV has a bold design, a stylish interior packed with technology and a range of economical engines. In the crowded small SUV/crossover market, is the 2008 talented enough to see off rivals like the Renault Captur, Ford Puma and Skoda Kamiq? Nicola Hume delivers the Carbuyer in-depth verdict.

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[TrueSkeptic]

Now I have my Peugeot 2008 2021 Allure, very happy. What a feeling, and knowing that you are driving one of the best looking cars out there.

[UXbyAnt]

Getting a the 21 plate 2008 GT this week and I can't stop watching these videos

[nicolahume]

The lion on the Peugeot badge went ‘raaaa’ on my jeans too guys! It’s fine, I’m ok. Thank god I shaved my legs ey?
(I was predicting many ‘terrible jeans’ comments. It’s cool, I’ll wear them more often especially for you😉)
Thanks for sticking with CarBuyer! We’ve got lots more to come!xx

[irenekuti]

This will definitely be my first car by God’s grace.

[mkkravist]

Just love this woman. A bundle of energy & fun. And already one of the best reviewers. Bravo.

[relaxationstation]

I was in Tijuana, Mexico when one of these units rolled up to a restaurant that I was sitting in and my jaw dropped; especially, after I found out that it had a 3 cylinder engine.

I'm a huge auto enthusiast and I actually bought a totally awesome, highly functional, highly fuel efficient and low emissions 3 cylinder Daihatsu Boon when I lived in Japan solely because, for an American auto enthusiast, a 3 cylinder car is as exotic as a 16 cylinder car because you just don't encounter them in North America, other than the extremely rare BMW I8 in LA.

[menifo]

That was a very enthusiastic and pleasant review. In fact, it was so pleasant that i wouldn't mind if it was slightly longer and maybe a bit more detailed. Good job girl!

[laserjet]

Peugeot really needs to upgrade the 2008 here in Brazil! This new model looks awesome!

[smwatson]

Peugeots are great. Just bought a 508SW. Fabulous car.

[ethancrane]

I've recently just got this with the allure premium package and it's such a good car, fun to drive but also sensible and comfortable

[nabeelquikas]

Great review! Short and sweet.
I just got my GT Line and I'm pretty happy with it.

[TrueSkeptic]

Im happy with my Peugeot 2008 2018, so I will get my 2008 2021 in a couple of months. One huge factor is the looks, besides that I have good experience.

[stuartselkirk]

Good review Nicola, I bought a GT Line in Pearlescent White in 2020
You complain about having to use the touch screen to use the air con.
Why not use the voice control to set temperature? You made no mention of this.
Got to say it is a great car, having owned the two previous versions this is a huge leap forward.

[mcgphilo]

I have this in pearlised white .This baby is a dream to drive loves to cruise loves to speed about.
A real chill machine

[-DC-]

Nicola is a natural if front of the camera, what a great presenter x

[v-gun]

This girl is so watchable, however once again Carbuyer have given her a car that's been out for a while. Give her newer models to test.

[jd]

Peugeot all time, i bought it. im on wait list by a month.. two months to get it from now 🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉

[janneoksanen]

Nice video! And the car is really cool too, with one large but... I was eyeing for used 3008 as prospective candidate for my wife's next commuter, but I was appalled how expensive a reasonable mileage used 3008s were. Then I started looking at 2008s, at first I was delighted to see Peugeot's still offering a sensible alternative in my country (diesel one), but then I was bemused how expensive it was! Over 32k€ without much of extras!!! At that price I'd at least expect to get a 4WD, but no. =(

[howardtowler]

Comfort and reliability are the most important things for what i would want from a car for my family

[spyrido]

Thank you for the nice review.
The Peugeot is not my first choice, but it's way better than the germans. The Renault Captur and this 2008 with the Ford Puma are the best.