Peugeot 2008 SUV 2018 review | Mat Watson Reviews

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[@fredericlecaille4311]

carwow If you had a 20000 euros budget, which car would you buy?

[@arfer]

I've had a 2015 model for 5 years now. Can't complain. Not a single fault so far. Comfortable and practical.

[@joecamel2576]

Hello! just bought a used one from 2018... does the back sit stay in the air ? I mean it doesn't touch the base and is on some steel supports and the only time it makes contact is when you put the back rest down in order to make bigger the trunk...

[@arfer]

@@joecamel2576 I don't understand. You mean the back seat? In the air?

[@joecamel2576]

@@arfer ufff... english it's not my maternal language... So, the bottom part of the back seat does not make contact with the carpet part... it stays on some metal poles/hinges and only when u put down the back rest to make bigger the trunk it folds down and touches..

[@arfer]

@@joecamel2576 Yes. That's correct. The bottom of the back seat moves down a little when you fold the back-rest part so that the floor in the trunk will be level. Good design I think.

[@tgvcfr120]

What you pay for this car?

[@bardo0007]

Had this car for 10 years! Still driving it.

[@AKdsad100]

We got the 2017 1.6hdi 120 CV Allure and the car has been absolutely brilliant so far...

[@miguelsantiago5016]

Mat providing the best car reviews on KZbin!

[@theyruinedyoutubeagain]

Please please please normalize (or whatever the correct term is) the sound levels. The music at 5:40, for example, is deafening compared to the segments before and after. Otherwise, great job as usual, keep it up!

[@FlixTV101]

Loudness Equalization to the rescue mate

[@Paul_W_Tudor]

This is an absolutely fantastic car. Not sure I agree with the appraisal of the handbrake, it looks awesome and is actually a very clever design.

[@MrMcstern]

Paul Tudor i

[@nickaf5262]

The handbrake is awful

[@Oasismegafan2004]

Jack of all trades Master of none I don’t think so! It looks like a airplane accelerator. And whenever I go on a journey I shout in my mind. “AND LIFTOFF!” (Even though I am staying on land)

[@mrenigma1564]

@@Oasismegafan2004 it's just great the handbrake is great for me i used it and it feels comfy to do it and it put some good design to the car great one

[@jimtalltheislandbrothers6639]

love the hand brake design.

[@Oasismegafan2004]

I have the same car and the same trim level and it's amazing. The only thing I would complain is that there isn't a chassis mount point under the car for a bike rack but it didn't matter for me

[@Golo1949]

I've just subscribed because I love your reviews Mat, you should be on Top Gear!

[@candyman3108]

I have it and the car is brilliant, apart for some anoying issues which I think are common fot this class. And if anyone compares this car to a Vw Tiguan, they are missing the point as this car is a B segment crossover. :)

[@conorcranks5617]

I like my 308 too. Great cars I think this was a very poor review. And as for the newer vws, I wouldent touch another one or recommend one! Very bad reliability and customer service!!

[@candyman3108]

Yes,true. What engine do you have on your 308?

[@conorcranks5617]

+J KG (candyman3108) the 1.6 HDI

[@geraldclifton2164]

Conor Cränks g

[@Mishibar]

Peugeot isnt exactly known to be reliable themselves. the 2008 specifically does seem to get good customer satisfaction reviews though.

[@conorcranks5617]

Really like the car, if my 308 is anything to go by superb quality and good to drive, also in the top 10 most reliable cars!! Practice review!

[@turquoisecat761]

It may have a weird looking handbrake lever, but it's still better than those awful electronic types!

[@smartroadbiker]

It really isn't, at least the electronic ones don't cause arm strain while trying to operate with your wrist twisted!

[@mrenigma1564]

@@smartroadbiker it's just a matter of time and you will get used to it not a big problem the handbrake lever is great you just get used to it by time and it's not a long time ;)

[@samvrs]

Had my first driving lesson today in one of these and I’ve never been on the road before and it was rlly easy to drive

[@itsme-sn5gi]

Cool

[@My-Opinion-Doesnt-Matter]

4.000 revolutions per second? That's like 240.000 RPM! Cool!

[@Jesko_VRS]

He talks about the turbo, those things make such rpm's.

[@Kanwa1_]

...would you buy avoid it, consider it, shortlist it, or buy it?? ..

[@dionysistoumazis]

Between the Peugeot 1.2L 130 GT line and Citroen C3 aircross 1.2L 130, which one would you recommend? Thank you!

[@MrGanatra99]

I like to know too... was thinking about CX3 but now not on list due to old engine tech.

[@dionysistoumazis]

@@MrGanatra99 This Peugeot 2008 is not being sold new anymore because a new one is going to be released any time now, which looks amazing! But since i posted this question i test drove both and i prefer the Peugeot. They both have the same engine so driving experience is similar, but comparing interiors and looks i would go for Peugeot. And i would go for 1.2L 130bhp automatic!

[@benmorlidge1228]

@@dionysistoumazis don't suppose you test drove the 82bhp version? That's all that anyone is selling near me at the moment and not sure what it's like

[@dionysistoumazis]

@@benmorlidge1228 No sorry, just tried the 130. But definitely test drive before you buy

[@awesomealmighty9453]

Great car 🚗. Love the interior. Top of its class..

[@asiffarooqui6789]

Deffo the best reviewer out there. Good work Mat.

[@eRacing_driver_Jaco]

Matt, all modern pegeouts are supposed to be driven watching above the steering wheel. Some people may struggle if they like to sit higher with the steering wheel at its lowest. Ps this is a great youtube channel!

[@eugenebell3166]

Thinking of buying one but I keep reading that the handbrake is a bit weird to use. Can anyone clue me in why?

[@VintageLynx]

Just driven one of these to Cornwall from London but the 3 cylinder engine has an unusual vibration that is felt through the wheel. After the journey I lost some feeling in my right hand.

[@cesarchr7051]

Hi , loves your reviews. Can you help me please ? .. just choose one: Peugeot 2008 1.2 EAT6 or Vitara petrol 1.6 A/T , 100% city and highway just arround the city., never off road, never to travel far away. thaaaankss.

[@simon199418]

Raising the bar when it comes to online car reviews.......Amazing work.

[@oriain81]

I took one for a test drive today. it's nicer than a 308 but it's just OK drive wise. Not having a central armrest is unacceptable when I also lean on it over long distances.(it's the simple things).

[@freddiereynolds104]

Mat - I have always appreciated your reviews from your previous life and good to see the CarWow library increasing. Great work! Just ordered my second 2008 - going from 115hp Feline diesel to a 130hp GT petrol as tested. Got a great deal and my annual mileage has dropped significantly hence switch to petrol! Hope the torque curve of the petrol is fairly flat but you seemed to have a bit of fun driving with this engine. Cornering etc - cars with grip control come with all year mud and snow tyres so sports car road holding cannot be expected. Car choice is irrational but the car suits my needs - 5 doors, reasonable capacity for the tip, good looks in the right colour and low running costs. The handbrake is fine but agree with you about glove box however it looks as if the door bins are better than the original. You didn't mention the pathetic reversing light - most versions come with rear sensors but I hope the camera (not mentioned in your review) helps! Keep up the good work

[@carwow]

+freddie reynolds did you order it through us?

[@stephen10.]

damned a british reporter helps to sell a froggy car !

[@ArsenPotentier]

Another great review Mr. Watson not a French car fan but you made a good effort Mat.

[@Lenskha]

i love your test ! you are so much dynamic and charismatic, contrary to the most part of french reviewers x)

[@AY-mp6nj]

good review, but prefering 308 or waiting for new 3008 is better option.

[@MarcvanExel]

Just switched from a Hyundai Tucson 2.7 litre V6 to a 2019 2008 110HP with EAT6 transmission last week, I really love this car. Still have to get used to the seating position but otherwise it's a winner for me. Very comfortable and nimble.

[@patricia4622]

i wonder if you still have this car and how has it been so far!?

[@MarcvanExel]

@@patricia4622 Yes I still have it and I still love it. Fuel consumption could be a little better (about 15 km to the liter on average) but otherwise a winner for me.

[@jeremiahusman5115]

Do you auction your reveiwed cars?

[@dancooper2072]

I don't get the plastic interior thing, rented a polo on holiday , very thin plastics and drab interior. plus the fiesta is very plastic, think in its class this is the best interior

[@StewartJohnson-z6b]

I have a 67 plate with the 110hp engine. It does 48 miles per gallon and never had to even change a light bulb after 67000 miles.

[@fatfat6389]

I almost passed this review thinking it's 2008 model SUV, I was looking for the 2017 model, then I realized I was also looking for Peugeot 2008 but 2017 model and this was it.

[@dhohlubi5350]

Any 1 help my car peg 206 prblm iz moving side by side on the road especial whn i put gear No 4 i go to check wheel alignment nothng found it started after putng a new control arm all makenicar can't find d prblm nw my sty at home wht mst i do nw

[@Dazzletoad]

Matt is by far the best motoring journalist out there.

[@victorlaw5828]

He's talking about the turbo, not the engine.

[@dizzylise]

What was the outcome, Buy Shortlist?

[@lumay333]

Can you open the window of the boot? Thanks

[@UlissesMendes1]

WOW, the TOP version has 130 HP? In Brazil the TOP version has 179HP with THP technology. Really big difference, and its not even considered gtline version.

[@Mishibar]

Ulisses Mendes 179 turbocharged or not ? because it matters a lot

[@tomdtom5407]

@@Mishibar actually It has 173 Hp, turbocharged engine ( THP, turbo high pressure)

[@louise2416]

iv borrow my friends car and can't take the hsndbrake off!!! Help

[@jurleka]

Mat when are you going to test Alfa Romeo Giulia?

[@MonsterHunter104]

probably when it's available in the UK.

[@younghans2328]

whyy it doesnt come with electric automatic brake and parking?? and is Android Auto available? please lemme know 😅

[@Pedro-ku1wt]

active city brake and park assist are both optionals, as well as the grip control shown in this car. It doesn't come with android auto yet, only mirror link and apple car play.

[@Horizon301.]

Any chance of a 7 series review, would you recommend the 730d Msport In Mineral white?

[@matthewmcleod4581]

hello, could anyone let me know what shade of white is the brightest white? thanks

[@jeromebusuttil9120]

My dad has the Peugeot 2008 2016 allure blue HDI

[@InnerFire6213]

I'm getting one soon so excited!

[@doctones]

InnerFire6213 how have found it so far?

[@rafaelfischel7899]

how is/ was it?

[@adamle2011]

the best car Peugeot made these last years is the 208 , it's good for tuning and pumping , if you are a good mechanic you can turn the 208 into a piece of art

[@carwow]

Surely it's not big enough for any meaningful pumping

[@issalahlou452]

would love to see a renault capture review, just for comparison !!

[@neohideo]

good looking car

[@districtsixHD]

no central armrest?!.... Next!!!

[@ssdivizion]

Agree with you,many people think central armrest is not important,but it is very much

[@AnishGaming655]

yea I like cars where the middle part is higher than the seats and have an armrest

[@alexsandrazanetti8356]

You can get as optional, YES!

[@dg-qn5mi]

It's a manual so an armrest is not practical

[@AfjeerOf]

No cup holders either and a steering wheel that blocks the cluster view

[@markjhill6359]

When will you be test driving the new Peugeot Rifter.

[@homoinspirus]

An engine that spins to 4'000 revolutions per second? That would put an F1 engine to a shame ;) By the way, I thought that an "M" in "RPM" stands for "Minute" as... Revolutions Per Minute...

[@homoinspirus]

sorry, my mistake

[@tom-y9p]

I thought the same 😂

[@relit45]

Turbo he said!

[@williamwilcox808]

Zabawa w budowie its the turbo not the engine

[@wrndlabs]

So that means the turbo goes to 60 x 4000 = 320'000RPM !!! - not too sure about that

[@stevo091]

Renault Capture or Peugeot 2008?. Which is better.

[@evilmario6061]

Dacia Sandero Stepway

[@priteshchampaneri7145]

Captur, lovely to drive and better looking in my opinion

[@Vaggelis-qe6dw]

Peugeot 2008

[@zordanmarko707]

I bought 2008 1.6 BlueHDI 5 speed gear, and there is a strange sound coming from the gear when clutch is released and, when you press the clutch sound is no more, until you release the clutch again. In Peugeot are telling me that that's the sound from fifth speed synchron and that's ok by the definition of vehicle. Does anyone have the same problem, any thoughts?

[@marcstewart9659]

Zordan Marko it’s just how they are, our work vans were all like that from new

[@stelswhere5074]

We have 6 of these on fleet all 1.6d Allure models. They have been 100% reliable with a couple of them doing high mileage. Like all current Peugeots the screen takes a bit of getting used to and if you sit about an inch higher than usual the dials/steering wheel issue soon disappears. Without the sunroof you get LED strip lights through the roof. We refer to them as dogging lights as we can't find any other purpose for them. Customers do like the 2008 but the 500x is a better drive and is more popular.

[@erikwrmer5585]

H

[@blackbeard1074]

What the dogging customers

[@K_Sadek]

Are you planning on reviewing the 308?

[@d0718]

Hi, Mat, I was asking for your advice regarding my car and now I'm happy to tell that I followed your advice and I've just ordered the new Porsche 718 Cayman (although you said that ideally you'd get a used 991.1 instead, but a 911 just a bit too expensive to run) ! I can't wait for you to review the 718 to see what you think of it (although so far all reviews of the boxster were very similar, everyone is just complaining about the 4 cyl turbo)

[@carwow]

Cool! Did you get the S or non-s?

[@d0718]

carwow the non-S, as you suggested! Spent the extra money on some cool options, such as leather interior, Bose audio, Sport Chrono, PASM etc etc. Can't wait for it to arrive, possibly around November! Thank you for your reviews btw, keep up the good work!

[@buca9696]

44mpg from a tiny petrol engine? That's pretty impressive tbh.

[@lapamful]

Agreed about the interior, it is quite a nice place to be. But you mentioned the clutch, gears etc. I think you didn't emphasize enough just how bad they are in this car. I drove this for a couple of weeks on car hire a while back and the manual stick shift was horrible, the travel between gears was almost as long as my journey from one end of the country to the other. The clutch seemed to have been designed by Arnold Schwarzenegger (or at least my left calf looked like Arnie's leg after a couple hours driving it was so hard to depress. Lastly at motorway speeds this thing doesn't handle crosswinds very well. Overall for me it was exhausting to drive. On the plus side, the traction control (2wd) was better than some AWD cars I've driven. Seriously, I drove the 2008 last winter and couldn't believe I was driving a 2wd car. Not only in mushy leaves, mud etc. but driving up extremely steep inclines.

[@blackbeard1074]

You must have legs like a sparrow

[@ugastronomie1237]

Review Renault Captur 2017 please

[@AlexanderTheGreat1991]

That obummer news paper lol

[@pentabyte.]

Mat! I've decided to stick with the XF in the end XD Sorry mate ~

[@JuanLopez-qx5zz]

Just got this as a rental. I hated it at the beginning...however it grows on you (now I can just about tolerate it). The driving position is too high to reach the gear stick (or the gear stick is too low), having the steering wheel covering the dashboard ain't great and that hand break is just weird (and quite an effort to use)

[@stuartcraigon2003]

What’s the point if it’s only 2 wheel drive! At least make AWD an option!

[@misterosc]

1:19 the guy holding the umbrella deserves a pay rise

[@carwow]

He gets to keep the umbrella at weekends. Seems fair.

[@aratyal]

what happened to the pov shots?

[@carwow]

+adil ratyal he saved those for his 'other' channel

[@xrv2195]

1:19 The camera man lol

[@Whitty43]

mat this or Kia sportage?

[@benrestan1193]

could a 17 year old drive ang get insured on theses?

[@smartroadbiker]

This has to be the worst car I have ever driven. I have had it as a hire car while mine was in the shop and it is terrible. Lets start with a couple of positives, the suspension is amazing, soft and supple with bumps and pot holes but firm enough that you aren't rolling into the next county when you go around a corner. The version I had also has Android Auto (and Apple's version) which is so good it should be mandatory with the all the rules on (not) using your phone while driving but still needing a satnav. And I guess the looks actually aren't to bad. With that over and in no particular order: I have no idea what engine it has, but I have seen gagged snails that accelerate quicker, and it has no torque so going up a steep hill means you actually loose speed even dropping down gears. The driving position is awful and caused me mild to severe lower back pain on a longer journey. The cup holders are pointless, even if you can get a cup in them it will be hard to get out as the gear stick obstructs it when in 1st, 3rd or 5th. If you mute the radio and are using your phone - via Android Auto - for sat nav, it will display it is muted every time the phone gives out an instruction, dimming the screen so you can't see it clearly until it goes off or you touch the screen. I learnt to turn the volume right down to stop that happening. Every time you connect your phone you end up having to select Android Auto then confirm you want it rather than mirrorlink (what ever that is). The central compartment needs to be a hinged arm rest because with the driving position you'll need it. And the hand brake... I have no idea what the designers were thinking with it but OMG it is so uncomfortable to use. Normal manual handbrakes leave your hand and arm in a natural position, Peugeot shuns that (and comfort) making you have to twist your wrist in order to apply or release it. The volume dials on the radio and steering wheel are really unresponsive. The steering is so light that you have no real idea what the wheels are doing and the slightest input has you careening across the road like a magpie to something shiny. There is no discernable bite point on the clutch so I either start stalling out or have to rev the engine because I brought it up to quickly. Overall there is so little I can really say is any good with this thing. I drove the new Nissan Micra and while that has an equally weedy engine - like this one it NEEDS a turbo charger, it made up by being surprisingly well built, comfortable and really fun to drive. Yep, I hate the 2008 LOL

[@mjmaynard95]

This Mat guy is a right knob lol

[@fcalin21]

Did Mat pick'd up the paper he thrown ?

[@tallsamogitian]

im 6'4". will i fit in it?🤔

[@nabillarif]

Those doors shut sound very flimsy n hollow...

[@carwow]

Weight saving yo

[@detective3728]

V-tech, yo!

[@conorcranks5617]

It's one of the safest cars on the market so I doubt it's very flimsy

[@ffi1001]

2018 review video posted 2016

[@hijazzains]

peugeot just breaks down in South East Asia..like VW and all European car brands

[@itsme-sn5gi]

Most cars in the UK are European....

[@Platinum-Transport]

middle passenger seat is better on the 2014 model

[@effeloffens9058]

At 2:30 I was wondering what that was supposed to mean until you said it was an Easter egg at the end.

[@baptoufragilise]

Nice review, the car looks great with some misses from Peugeot, as usual :)

[@carwow]

Cheers Baptiste

[@baptoufragilise]

***** Why so? ^^

[@Classicflying]

"4000 revolutions per second" - really - wouldn't that be a jet engine!

[@typhoontim125]

Space shuttle territory..he meant per minute

[@Jesko_VRS]

@@typhoontim125 No he was talking about the turbo dumb fucks

[@dumitrascuclaudiu7097]

Aways Acurate Reviews: -straigt to the point👉NO B's!!

[@danielroshaidie872]

Why do cars these days do not come with a spare wheel? Seriously though, I think it's a huge problem not to have a spare wheel because who knows your tyre could burst anytime...

[@carwow]

They're heavy - but almost all cars will have a tyre re-inflation kit full of gunk that seals punctures. It's messy though. Some manufacturers will let you pay extra to have a spare wheel instead!

[@danielroshaidie872]

carwow thanks for the info! Love your reviews :)

[@marianesti1]

4k rev/sec? Wow!

[@kreko322]

Do the Renault Talisman next

[@barebarekun161]

Review some old cars!Carwow retro!

[@carwow]

At the moment we only sell new cars - but that's not to say we won't get some old cars in for comparison from time to time. What'd you like to see?

[@PatmosEd]

4000 revs per minute Mat!!

[@Jesko_VRS]

He's talking about The Turbo.

[@DanielDaniel-kh6bv]

peugeots are always being futuristic. but the down side, not all people's favorite.

[@Firemarioflower]

Futuristic yet not well thought through. I mean, windows that don't go all the way down?? A small glovebox tah can't fit the manual? Germans won't play tricks on you like that, French can't be trusted with this.

[@DanielDaniel-kh6bv]

+Firemarioflower yes. i mean, look at the exterior. they are not playing safe while designing the exterior. but the downside not all people like their design language. for me this peugeot is meh

[@Firemarioflower]

Daniel Daniel I used to love Peugeot's design. But now they try to hard to be German, they're not quite there yet. The 308 is much influenced by the VW Golf.

[@bogdanbog2426]

You are doing a good job :) It would be nice to see a review for the new 2020 peugeot 2008. This new one seems to be a whole new car, but it would be interesting to hear your opinion.

[@jackstanly9949]

mr watson you are the best👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@GORDY_]

Mazda 6 review please!

[@thesilentgametestr]

I recently picked up a 43k mike 63 plate in same colour as review, but mine is the top spec feline model with a nicer non black interior and panoramic roof etc and mine is the 1.6 Petrol, never drove one before not even the 208 as I came from a 1.4hdi 307 and because it’s a 16v engine engine is had the typical sluggish low down power of yiu try to push beyond normal driving, but once it’s on the move and you at 50mph and put your foot down it really pulls, great on motorways, certainly better than the 1.6 110hp Petrol in the 307 and 2002 Renault scenic, okay it’s range is 422 miles to a tank so a big difference to 700 miles in the 1.4hdi and about 70 miles out from the older scenic(missus has one) at full tank, but it’s so much better to drive it’s irrelevant plus that’s down to the design of the car as being suv like and a 107 I had prior only managed 425 to a tank, I have seen 37-42mpg on my runs, but I have a little bit of a heavy foot, but I certainly wouldn’t pass up the petrol just because a reviewer prefers a diesel car designed with much more torque for better pulling..... also she seemed to have forgotten one feature assuming it’s across all the range, mine has a dial near the gear stick that has a mud/snow/sand option as well as normal meaning it will adjust the grip to match for each scenario, not had to test it yet, but the brand new fwd Range Rover evogue doesn’t even have anything like that and that’s a 40k car purposed for these things.. certainly as practical as my 307 was which I needed, so this 2008 is a great car.

[@thesilentgametestr]

It skipped video so I haven’t watched this one, but the old one with Rebecca for same year didn’t mention the traction control dial

[@vanillaggl]

Lobe the honest opinion ❤❤❤

[@aaeditzx]

I’m talking in 2023

[@harissabanovic8315]

4000 revs per second??

[@Jesko_VRS]

The Turbo.

[@footymagic4411]

I used to have this car

[@papocabecacarrovlog4735]

There is no point in having an arm rest in a MT car

[@MegaGecas]

4000 revs a second. Came on, Mat. Some Beaujolais is still left in your blood? :)

[@enam9000]

My brothers new car.

[@bullymaguire7622]

Good car! 2020 version is just better

[@franklampard78]

CX-5 review pls

[@didar389]

great video thanks