If you’ve been keeping an eye on the EV scene, Peugeot just dropped something that’s going to make you double-take. The beloved 3008 SUV has been given an electrifying upgrade: a Dual Motor all-wheel-drive setup that pushes total output up to a heart-pumping 325 horsepower. That’s a serious bump from the 210-horsepower single-motor version. It means zero to 60 in a snap, better handling on winding roads, and the kind of traction you’d expect on wet or snowy days.
This new variant, dubbed the e-3008 Dual Motor, is the result of Peugeot’s ongoing mission to stay relevant in the increasingly crowded EV marketplace. They’ve taken their popular e-3008, slapped an additional 112-horsepower electric motor on the rear axle, and transformed it into a performance-driven family hauler. Whether you’re hauling gear for a weekend getaway or just commuting to the office, this SUV has the grunt to make it feel less like a grocery-getter and more like a genuine performance machine.
Exclusive First Edition: Loaded with Extras
Right out of the gate, Peugeot is introducing a special launch model called the First Edition. Priced from , it’s not the cheapest entry point, but what it packs in definitely justifies the sticker shock. Picture 20-inch diamond-cut wheels, sport-inspired Alcantara upholstery, and front seats that are not only electrically adjustable but also heated and massaging. Yes, you read that right: massaging seats—because who doesn’t want a little back therapy on long highway runs?
Peugeot didn’t stop at creature comforts. They threw in a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance features under the 360° Vision & Drive Assist Plus banner. We’re talking level 2 semi-autonomous driving, blind-spot monitoring, rear-traffic alert, and a VisioPark 360° system with four HD cameras. To top it all off, you get an optional panoramic sunroof to bathe the cabin in natural light, and a premium Focal Hi-Fi system with ten speakers so your playlists never sound flat.
Battery, Range, and Charging: The Nitty-Gritty
Under the hood—or rather, beneath the cabin floor—the e-3008 Dual Motor carries a 73 kWh NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) battery. That’s the same pack you’ll find in the single-motor variant, but don’t let the unchanged size fool you: with dual motors drawing power on demand, Peugeot still rates the range at a healthy 490 kilometers (WLTP). Sure, that’s a bit shy of the 527 km claimed by the front-wheel-drive version, but when you’re enjoying all-wheel traction and extra oomph, it feels like a fair trade-off.
When it comes to charging, the fun doesn’t stop. The e-3008 can gulp electrons at up to 160 kW, going from 20% to 80% in roughly 30 minutes. That means a quick pit stop at a fast charger can get you back on the road almost as quickly as it takes to grab a coffee. For daily city charging, you’ve got compatibility with the Free2Move network all across Europe, thanks to the included charging pass.
Price, Warranty, and What’s Next
Let’s talk money. At just under 54,000 euros, the First Edition sits above the eco-bonus threshold of 47,000 euros, which unfortunately knocks it out of government subsidy eligibility. But fret not: Peugeot plans to roll out more accessible trims in the coming months, and those should fall below that subsidy cap. If affordability is your primary concern, you’ll want to keep an eye out for those versions—they’ll likely come with slightly fewer bells and whistles but still rock that dual-motor layout.
Another cherry on top: every new e-3008 Dual Motor comes with Peugeot’s Allure Care package, which includes an 8-year/160,000-kilometer warranty covering the entire vehicle and battery. That kind of coverage shows Peugeot’s confidence in its new performance SUV and gives buyers extra peace of mind. Stick around, because we’ll be putting this EV through its paces in an upcoming test drive—expect our full verdict on how it lives up to the hype very soon!
