The Peugeot e-208 is an electric counterpart of the internal combustion engine model Peugeot 208, introduced in 2012 at the Geneva Motor Show.
The Peugeot e-208, launched in October 2019, also uses the same chassis as the ICE model to allow prospective buyers to choose the drivetrain that perfectly suits their requirements.
Since the e208’s market launch in October 2019, the demand for the EV continuously strengthen.
It was voted “Most Desired Electric Car” in North Macedonia at the Golden Steering Wheel Awards in early 2021. It is also the brand’s first mass-produced EV.
New Features in 2023
The upgraded 2023 e-208 model obtained the same powertrain used by the all-new Peugeot e-308 hatchback model, including a bigger 51 kWh battery pack.
Its power also increased to 156bhp from just 136bhp in the earlier version. Meanwhile, its driving range now hits 248 miles from just 225 miles.
The Active Premium + and the Allure Premium + are equipped with a 50kWh battery pack. Meanwhile, the new GT trim has a 51kWh battery pack.
Design and Aesthetics
a. Exterior design and style
The Peugeot e-208 has a remarkable exterior design. Its front end features sharp headlights with two options:
- Eco LED for Active Premium+
- Full LED tech for GT level
It also boasts vertical daytime running lights, framing the car’s front with fine symmetry. Meanwhile, full headlights are available for the special 3-claw design on GT variants.
Standard feature include:
- Rear side wing doors
- Eco LED headlights
- Radiator grille – body colour chequered and gloss black edge trim
- Electrically adjustable, heated and power folding door mirrors
- LED daytime running lights with distinctive tooth design
- Dichroic badging in front lion with e monogram on C pillar and tailgate
- Gloss black wheel arch extensions
- Diamond black rear spoiler
- Rear windscreen wiper triggered automatically in reverse gear
- Body coloured exterior door handles
- Automatic windscreen wipers
- Automatic lights
- Dark tinted Rear side and tailgate windows
- Rear reversing lights
- 2 X Rear number plate lights
- Model designation badges front and rear
- Nera black door mirror shells
- Headlights left on audible warning
- Tailgate with heated rear windscreen and wiper blade
- Gloss black rear cluster connecting strip
- LED third brake light
- Follow me home headlights
- Electric rear windows with one touch/anti-pinch
- Electric front windows + one touch + anti-pinch
- Roof spoiler
- Variable front intermittent wipers
- Electrochrome rear view mirror
- Roof mounted aerial
b. Interior design and materials
The materials on the dashboard feel nicely soft. Its steering wheel also uses fine-grain leather, making it look more sophisticated.
The EV also has fewer hard and rough plastics than a Zoe or Corsa-e.
Standard features include:
- Single front passenger seat
- E-CMP autonomy improvement – heat pump and new reducer
- High centre console with 2 cup holders
- Front interior light with 2 reading spotlights
- Tri material cloth upholstery
- Piano keys gloss black plated toggle switches to access main functions of the vehicle
- Pre heating function
- Driver and front passenger comfort seats
- Driver seat mechanical height adjustment
- Map pockets on the backs of the front seats
- Rear centre headrest
- Roof lining – light grey
- Driver and front passenger seat manual adjustment in longitudinal and back rest angle
- Seatbelt unfastened on the move audible and visual alert for front and rear seats
- Electric power steering with reach and rake adjustable steering column
- Automatic gear lever in full grain leather and satin chrome
- 3 seat bench in 2nd row
- 12V socket
- 1/3 to 2/3 split folding rear seats
- Front centre armrest with storage compartment
- Leather steering wheel
- Automatic air conditioning
c. Build quality and fit and finish
Considering the interior materials mentioned above, along with the e-208’s technologies, its build quality is generally remarkable.
d. Ergonomics and comfort
The driving position is quite weird as it will require drivers to access the iCockpit digital instruments by looking over instead of through the steering wheel.
That said, you need to adjust the wheel or seat to see their current speed. The touchscreen’s 3D effect also makes it more confusing at a glance.
It also offers the following standard features for driver convenience:
- e-Toggle driving selector
- PEUGEOT i-Cockpit with 3.5″ instrument panel display
- PEUGEOT i-Cockpit with compact steering wheel
- Push button start
- Speed limit recognition and recommendation
- Bluetooth telephone facility
- Exterior temperature indicator with ice warning
- Mirror screen with mirror link, apple carplay and android auto
- Driver attention warning
- Rear parking sensors
- Smart phone docking station
- Programmable cruise control and speed limiter
- Peugeot connect SOS and assistance
- Lane keep assist
- Multi function trip computer
e. Cargo space and storage
The e-208 is a relatively compact EV; even tall people would find sufficient front space. The back’s legroom is also fair, with generous space for feet below the front seats.
It offers plenty of head and leg room, and the interior is spacious enough to avoid elbow fights between front-seaters.
In addition, it also has remarkable storage spaces, such as the following:
good-sized door bins
- various cubbies
- a tray below the dashboard
- hidden compartment for phone storage
Performance and Driving Dynamics
a. Powertrain and battery specifications
| Powertrain | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Total Power | 100 kW (136 PS) | 115 kW (156 PS) |
| Total Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive | Front | Front |
| Battery | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Nominal Capacity | 50.0 kWh | 51.0 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | 216 | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Useable Capacity | 46.3 kWh | 48.1 kWh |
| Cathode Material | No Data | No Data |
| Pack Configuration | 108s2p | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | 400 V | No Data |
b. Acceleration and top speed
| Items | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h * | 8.1 sec | 8.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
c. Handling and ride quality
The 2023 Peugeot e-208 offers a more comfortable ride comfort than rivals like Zoe or Mini Electric. It has a soft suspension that seamlessly manages long-wave bumps. It also offers a more quiet ride than its rivals.
d. Braking performance
Pushing the brake pedal raises the regenerative effect, making the pedal feel soft and hard to slow down.
In addition, it is standardly equipped with front and rear discs.
e. Regenerative braking
The e-208 model also has regenerative braking like other EVs, allowing it to recuperate its energy while slowing down and feeding it back to the battery.
Range, Charging, and Efficiency:
a. EPA-estimated range and real-world range
| Items | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| EPA-estimated range | – | – |
| EVDB Real Range | 285 km | 295 km |
| WLTP Range | TEL: 362 kmTEH: 350 km | 398 km |
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
b. Charging options and infrastructure
| Home / Destination | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Charge Port | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Left Side – Rear | Left Side – Rear |
| Charge Power | 7.4 kW AC | 11 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->285 km) | 7h30m | 5h15m |
| Charge Speed | 39 km/h | 57 km/h |
| Fast Charging | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Fastcharge Port | CCS | CCS |
| FC Port Location | Left Side – Rear | Left Side – Rear |
| Fastcharge Power (max) | 101 kW DC | 100 kW DC |
| Fastcharge Time (29->228 km) | 26 min | 27 min |
| Fast charge Speed | 460 km/h | CCS |
c. Charging times for various charging levels
Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)
| Charging PointStandard 7.4 kW On-Board Charger | Max. Power | Power | Time50kWh Peugeot e-208 | Rate50kWh Peugeot e-208 | Time51kWh Peugeot e-208 | Rate51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 23h45m | 12 km/h | 24h45m | 12 km/h |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 14h45m | 19 km/h | 15h30m | 19 km/h |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 7h30m | 38 km/h | 7h45m | 38 km/h |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW † | 14h45m | 19 km/h | – | – |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW † | 7h30m | 38 km/h | – | – |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | – | – | 5h15m | 56 km/h |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | – | – | 5h15m | 56 km/h |
| Charging PointOptional 11.0kW On-Board Charger * | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate | ||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 23h45m | 12 km/h | – | – |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 14h45m | 19 km/h | – | – |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 7h30m | 38 km/h | – | – |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 5 hours | 57 km/h | – | – |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | 5 hours | 57 km/h | – | – |
* = Optional in some countries, standard in others. Check local specifications for details.
Fast Charging (10 -> 80%) for 50kWh variants
| Charging PointCombined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 49 kW † | 42 min | 280 km/h |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 101 kW † | 78 kW † | 26 min | 460 km/h |
Fast Charging (10 -> 80%) for 51kWh variants
| Charging PointCombined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 45 kW † | 47 min | 260 km/h |
| CCS (100 kW DC) | 100 kW | 80 kW † | 27 min | 450 km/h |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 100 kW † | 80 kW † | 27 min | 450 km/h |
d. Energy consumption and efficiency
| EVDB Real Range | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Range * | 285 km | 295 km |
| Vehicle Consumption * | 162 Wh/km | 163 Wh/km |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * | 1.8 l/100km | 1.8 l/100km |
| WLTP Ratings (TEL) | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Range | 362 km | – |
| Rated Consumption | 154 Wh/km | – |
| Vehicle Consumption | 128 Wh/km | – |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | – |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 1.7 l/100km | – |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 1.4 l/100km | – |
| WLTP Ratings (TEH) | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Range | 350 km | – |
| Rated Consumption | 160 Wh/km | – |
| Vehicle Consumption | 132 Wh/km | – |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | – |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 1.8 l/100km | – |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 1.5 l/100km | – |
| Standard WLTP Range | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Range | – | 398 km |
| Rated Consumption | – | 145 Wh/km |
| Vehicle Consumption | – | 121 Wh/km |
| CO2 Emissions | – | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | – | 1.6 l/100km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | – | 1.4 l/100km |
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
Vehicle Miscellaneous
| Items | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| Seats | 5 people | 5 people |
| Isofix | Yes, 2 seats | Yes, 2 seats |
| Turning Circle | 10.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Platform | PSA eCMP | PSA eCMP |
| Car Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B – Small | B – Small |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No | No |
Infotainment and Connectivity
a. Dashboard and instrument cluster
The Peugeot i-Cockpit allows drivers to fully control the e-208 model, especially while driving. Key features include:
- Configurable 3d head-up digital instrument panel
- 8-color options for ambient lighting (Green, Teal, Blue, White, Cream, Orange, Red, and Pink)
- Digital speedometer
- Compact multi-function steering wheel
- 7-inch HD touchscreen (Active Premium+)
- 10-inch HD (GT)
- New e-Toggle Drive Selector
b. Infotainment system and features
The e-208 model is standardly equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Meanwhile, a bigger 10-inch touchscreen is available on GT trim and above.
Either way, the display’s graphics are not great, and it does not always respond as quickly to prods.
- 2 front USB socket with USB-C
- 6 speakers radio with mp3 compatible
- Voice recognition for radio, navigation and telephony features
- 2x USB sockets in rear
- DAB Digital radio
Key features include:
c. Smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto)
It supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone mirroring as standard.
d. Over-the-air software updates
The 2023 Peugeot e-208 has no OTA update capability.
Safety and Driver Assistance:
a. Driver assistance and safety systems (ADAS)
The 2023 Peugeot e-208 offers the following standard safety features:
- Pedestrians active safety brake
- Child locking functionality on rear doors
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Braking Distribution) and EBA (Emergency Braking Assistance)
- Front and rear disc brakes
- Electric parking brake
- Front optimised safety headrests and 3 x rear retractable headrests with height adjustable
- 2x Isofix child seat fitting on outer rear seats
- Adaptive driver and front passenger airbags with passenger airbag deactivation function
- Front three point retractable seatbelts with force limiters
- ESP with Hill Assist
- 3 rear 3 point seatbelts
- Driver/front passenger side airbags
- Front and rear curtain airbags
- Tyre pressure sensor
Reliability, Maintenance and Warranty
a. Reliability and build quality concerns
The e-208 models offers the following security features as standard:
- Thatcham cat. 1 alarm with anti lift sensor
- Acoustic vehicle alert system (AVAS)
- Automatic door locking when moving off
- Electronic code immobiliser
- Automatic hazard light activation upon heavy brake application
- Deadlock
- Remote central locking
b. Maintenance and service requirements
Here is the service requirement for the e-208:
· First service at 8,000 miles/1 year, then servicing every 16 miles/2 years
· Change brake fluid every 2 years
· Replace pollen filter every 16 miles/2 years
· Check coolant pH at 80,000 miles/4 years, then every 16,000 miles/2 years
c. Warranty coverage and options
Peugeot e-208 offers a standard three-year/60,000-mile warranty. Meanwhile, the battery pack is covered by a separate eight-year/100,000-mile warranty. There is also the option to extend the regular warranty by a few more years, provided that the car is under 10 years old and has fewer than 100,000 miles on it.
d. Insurance costs and considerations
| Insurance group | Warranty | Service interval | Annual company-car tax cost (20%/40%) |
| 26-28 | 3yrs/60,000 miles | 2yrs/16,000 miles | From £125/£250 |
Comparison with Competitors
a. Comparison with key competitors
| Specs | 2023 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | Mini Cooper SE |
| Price | £34,595 | £29,000 |
| Battery | 50.0 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Total Power | 100 kW (136 PS) | 135 kW (184 PS) |
| Total Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive | Front | Front |
| Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h * | 8.1 sec | 7.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Electric Range * | 285 km | 180 km |
| WLTP Ratings | TEL: 362 kmTEH: 350 km | TEL: 234 kmTEH: 203 km |
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
b. Unique Selling Points and Drawbacks
As you can see in the table above, the 2023 50kWh Peugeote-208 is more expensive than the 2023 Mini Cooper SE. However, it is more powerful with a 50.0 kWh battery that generates a total power of 100 kW (136 PS) and a max torque of 260 Nm. Its electric range is also more at 285 km than Mini’s 180 km. However, Mini’s acceleration is shorter at 7.3 seconds than the e-208’s at 8.1 seconds.
Variants and Pricing
a. List the available trim levels, options, and pricing
| Markets | 50kWh Peugeot e-208 | 51kWh Peugeot e-208 |
| United Kingdom | £34,595 | £34,955 |
| The Netherlands | €34,920 | €39,870 |
| Germany | €39,100 | €41,850 |
b. Value proposition
The Peugeot e-208 is worth the investment if you are looking for a small EV. It offers a decent driving range, and remarkable exterior design and it is more practical for everyday use.
The 2023 Peugeot e-208 offers a smart interior and a decent driving experience. However, other rivals like Renault Zoe and MG4 can offer a more extended range.
The Peugeot e-208 in Active Premium+ trim would be the best buy as it is more affordable. You would get rain-sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, automatic air conditioning, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel for the price.
