Following the introduction of the compact-sized 3008 last year, Peugeot is now wrapping up development on its next SUV, the 5008, which will be offered in both five- and seven-seater configurations. Similar to its smaller counterpart, the rebooted mid-size model will be available in both combustion-powered and pure electric variants, designated as the 5008 and E-5008 respectively. After undergoing testing in France last fall, our spies recently caught Peugeot engineers working on the third generation of the 5008 as a fully electric prototype in Scandinavia near the Arctic Circle.
Despite the clever camouflage, it’s quite
evident that this is the battery-powered E-5008. This is discernible not only
from the yellow stickers and warning signs but also from the enclosed grille
and the absence of exhaust tips, subtly distinguishing it from the ICE 5008 we
recently caught testing. The intricacies of the new model’s design are hard to
spot due to the camouflage, but it’s evident that the new 5008 and E-5008
models will have notable differences compared to the outgoing model. The
overall shape appears slightly sportier, with a rear window that’s more steeply
raked to enhance aerodynamic efficiency. While the proportions look similar,
the rear overhang of the new model appears longer. Additionally, this tester is
equipped with wheels that appear identical to those fitted on the new E-3008.
It is safe to assume that many of the
fresh styling elements of the E-5008’s smaller sibling will be present. This
will most surely include similar thin LED headlights along with the
three-stripe ‘tiger claw’ light signature, as well as an intricate grille
design. The rear end of the E-3008 also sports bold LED taillights with a
three-stripe design, which will likely influence those of the E-5008. Moving to
the interior, the 5008 series will showcase Peugeot’s latest i-Cockpit design,
first seen in the 3008. Premium variants will get a massive curved 21.0-inch
touchscreen serving as both an instrument panel and an infotainment display
placed atop the dashboard. Furthermore, Peugeot’s updated version of its
‘i-Toggle’ shortcut buttons and the characteristic compact steering wheel are
also expected to be present.
We know that the Peugeot 5008 will be
underpinned by the STLA Medium platform from Stellantis, just like its little
brother, offering a similar mix of hybrid (5008) and battery-electric (E-5008)
powertrains. The new 5008 series will have a slightly larger footprint than the
current model with an overall length that exceeds 4,700 mmcompared to its predecessor’s 4,641 mm. This will allow it to
better compete with other midsize SUVs like the Skoda Kodiaq and the Renault
Espace.
A variety of powertrain options will be on
offer for the E-5008, potentially mirroring those found in the E-3008. In the
case of the smaller SUV, it is available with 73 kWh and 98 kWh battery packs
with horsepower figures ranging from 207 hp up to 316 hp. The range of the
E-3008 varies between 525 km and 700 km and similar
figures can be expected from the E-5008. The new 5008 and E-5008 are expected
to be revealed soon before going on sale across Europe and other markets around
the world in the third quarter of the year.
