PRETTY AS A picture, this second-generation Peugeot 3008 was one of the first cars to demonstrate that a family SUV could be both à la mode and practical in equal measure. Stylish inside as well as out, yet still remarkably family-friendly, it was an instant hit.
If it were possible, the 3008's desirability went up another notch in 2020 when it received a facelift that added 'sabre tooth' LED daytime running lights, a frameless front grille and smoked LED tail-lights. Yet despite its glamorous image, the 3008 is one of the most affordable cars in its class as a used buy, ranking alongside the Nissan Qashqai and Seat Ateca for the value for money it offers.
The 3008 shares its engines with various other models in the Citroën/Peugeot/Vauxhall group, and there's a good range to choose from. Petrol options include a 129bhp 1.2-litre three-cylinder unit (badged Puretech 130) and a 1.6 that initially pumped out 163bhp but was upped to 179bhp in the 2020 facelift. At the same time, two plug-in hybrid (PHEV) options were introduced: the 222bhp Hybrid 225 and the 296bhp, four-wheel-drive Hybrid4 300. Diesels initially consisted of a 118bhp 1.6, plus 148bhp and 178bhp 2.0-litre options, but later cars offered only a 129bhp 1.5-litre BlueHDi 130.
Even in original entry-level Active trim, the 3008 is well equipped, with dual-zone climate control, rear parking sensors and automatic emergency braking. It doesn't come with sat-nav, but you do get smartphone mirroring. Allure adds sat-nav, as well as a rear-view camera and 18in alloy wheels. GT Line gets you wireless phone charging, while GT features 19in alloys and leather trim. Trims in more recent models were cut back to just three: Active Premium+, Allure Premium+ and GT.
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