Should you buy a Peugeot 3008? (Test Drive & Review 2018 GT Line 1.6 PureTech)

[@mythosim1031]

I drove it for a week and i can say that i was addicted with that steering wheel.Everything else after driving 3008,i thought it was "old".Its like a new playstasion game.They did a very good job,mostly phsycological with that.

[@frankey2356]

mythos im isn't it strange how people differ! I absolutely detest the small wheel! It's my Dads car, so I don't drive it often. And he absolutely loves it!!

[@Franco-wu5px]

Same, i use a 208 for work and i love it everyday more!

[@davidperry3531]

The small steering wheel and viewing the instruments over the top has now been a feature of Peugeots for years and millions have been sold, so people like it.

[@frankey2356]

David Perry sure people like it & fair play, no problem at all. But I'm sure that there's a lot that don't!

[@garythespark6295]

You were born to review cars Matt. Your delivery style is great. Cover all the important points and straight to the point. Keep up the great work.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@michaelwetton9980]

I switched my Mercedes 2.2 diesel estate for a 3008 1.5 diesel 4 years ago and I love it. The Peugeot 1.5 turbo diesel engine paired with the 8 speed Aisin/Toyota/Lexus automatic transmission is a delight. As to reliability - not a single problem.

[@antonyhamilton6429]

They truly nailed that interior. The 3008 is a 6+ year old model now, and it still looks fresh and cool. Look at Peugeot's current line-up of models, and compare it to 10 years ago. Crazy how far they've come.

[@Starifyy1]

It’s not that old

[@sbrader97]

​@Starifyy1 This shape of 3008 is from 2017 so yes its design is 6+ years old

[@Conservator.]

@@Starifyy1 It really is and it probably shows how good the design is. 😉

[@AndrewSowerby]

Even the 1st gen 3008 had a cool interior, with that wrap around cockpit and some great features (including, as Matt said a few times, that split folding tailgate!), even if the exterior styling missed the mark and dated quickly. I had one as a rental for a week and loved it, even though it had the horrible EGC "auto" (but really an electronically controlled manual) gearbox. I got used to that 'box after a day or two, but it would have put me off buying one. So glad they dropped that EGC for the EAT6 and then the EAT8 (both made by Aisin, both very good). I very nearly bought a 2nd gen 3008 last year and I doubt I'd have regretted it if I had - they're just very good cars overall and they have the kind of interior and exterior styling that is, in my opinion, pretty much unmatched in this price bracket.

[@kylescarstories2141]

Tell you what Matt, we’ve got 2 at work at the moment and I was massively shocked and impressed. High mileage too over 100k and drive and sound superb. Really impressed with the interior.

[@MJM703]

I own a 3008 2.0 GT 180 (not a GT line) and I love this car. Bought secondhand loaded with stuff like Focal audio, double-glazed windows, and Alcantara seats. Even the weird scent selector :D For the same price, I would have only the basic Tiguan or last-gen CX5 so I'm super happy.

[@PKDionysus]

As a Peugeot owner, I always wince a bit before watching videos like this. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@keithleivers4061]

VIVE LA FRANCE !! ALL NUMBERS 3008 ECT I DONT THINK THEY COULD NAME A CAR IF THEY TRIED . MAYBE ITS A REVENGE THING 😮

[@QuercusQuest]

Why would you get a Peugout?

[@RichardWaineUK]

You should drive it's sister brand DS... It's luxury wincing

[@davidm7585]

Great value cars. I have one (407 coupe) for 4 years and it was both a bargain and great car (for what it was!l

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Especially as it’s Matt doing the review!! French car hater. Especially Peugeot

[@davidheller3998]

So happy you did this review, this is the exact car (make, model and year) we were looking at buying from our local Peugeot dealer 🙂👍

[@smwatson1512]

Should get a new 508 (ideally the SW) on Matt, fantastic cars and incredibly good value used.

[@michaelyounes29]

He's done one

[@smwatson1512]

@@michaelyounes29 not the new shape

[@france4me117]

Such a brilliant review! No bull and honest ... Thank you for your genuine comments regarding the fabulous Peugeot 3008 2018 model. I am purchasing the Peugeot 3008 Allure 2019 1.6 Petrol here in Australia this week as a very good used car sensible and always serviced at Peugeot dealership and always garaged too. Thanks Matt and I have even just subscribed to your channel.

[@volt8684]

I was a passenger in one of these recently a diesel with 150k on it. It was so smooth and quiet and as you say the interior is incredible quality. The EAT8is the same gear as in Toyotas and is Japanese and a proper torque converter not dct or computer controlled.

[@MJM703]

yes, Japanese Aisin gearbox

[@sjoerd104]

A quick tip; avoid the 1.2 puretech at all costs. The timing belt runs through oil which accelerates wear. This can clog the oil filter and leave you stranded, also possibly with no brakes if you're unlucky. This can happen on cars with as low as 20k miles.

[@FinnishDrivingVideos]

This happened to my father’s car like a year ago. Luckily it got service and no accidents happened.

[@reececollison5101]

That’s the same main fault as the early 1.0 Ford Ecoboom engine wasn’t it? I’m surprised they didn’t learn from that as the ecoboost engine came long before this!

[@khalidacosta7133]

Issue was largely fixed and there are a lot of engines that use wet belts now, I wouldn't hesitate buying one now, a bit more involving to replace than a traditional dry belt but nowhere near as bad as an Ford ecoboost.. The one you need to really avoid is the VAG 2.0 TDi, some of those have a rubber oil pump belt, no service intervals, at some point it will either break or clog up the oil filter, you can't check it, it doesn't get replaced and if you wanted to do it, be prepared for a very large bill as it's a nightmare to do.

[@jeremysullivan888]

I was just going to say that, unfortunately they got rid of the 1.6 petrol now, i Think you can still get it in a hybrid form.

[@S-Ltd1000]

​@@khalidacosta7133the belt issue was addressed numerous times. Sadly it's still a problem.

[@AppleUK2000]

A superb car, and I'm sure Peugeot will up the game further with the new generation 3008 this year. If you ever get the chance it would be great to see you test drive the the latest 208

[@JonoConstantini]

Yes, the interior teaser looks stunning!

[@beggjd]

I've just got back from a week in France and I think this is the most popular car in France at the moment, they were everywhere, so they can't be bad.

[@F4Insight-uq6nt]

& if you went there in the 1970s there would be 2CV's everywhere I expect.

[@jdmguy44]

​@@F4Insight-uq6nt and they were bad...

[@F4Insight-uq6nt]

@@jdmguy44 It all depends on what you want from a car I would think.

[@darrengerman5761]

I had the 3008 gt line in 2017 through to 2020 and it was a great car, modern, stylish and comfortable. 2020 I ordered the second generation 3008 gt and it got better, bit of a face lift, larger infotainment screen. Cant fault them although I am getting rid and picking up A nice x260 jaguar 3lt xf s tomorrow, I'm a big jag fan and it's time to go back 😀👌

[@bloodynorahvan2203]

I must admit that when I was driving back from Spain recently through France I was thinking just how smart the current gen of Peugeot look. Especially the black plastic round the reg plate. Looks even bettter with a French plate on imo. Great review!

[@dan8031]

The seats in the back, I found we’re really uncomfortable and after just over an hour my back was in bits. I’m 6”2 and found my legs had no support.

[@Josephashwell_14]

Love the road marking saying Peugeot 3008! Amazing editing🎉 Keep it up

[@philipmulville8218]

Yes, a great touch.

[@richardschofield2201]

No interest in buying one, but it's still interesting to know what Peugeot are up to these days. Your videos have a sensible format whether in the market for one or just mildly curious.

[@faustinaadu2284]

Decent Cars. And an all new 3008 is coming this year and the interior they just leaked looks proper futuristic

[@reececollison5101]

Even the interior on this model looks really futuristic!

[@joelbrown2782]

These like to go through Top Mounts on the front suspension for some reason. Also, the puretech engines are terrible. But the Diesels tend to suffer from blocked DPF filters. Might be how they are driven. These are also expensive, especially second hand, some of these have fetched just north of 20k. That is Evoque territory.

[@stevenmoran4060]

Had mine almost 6 years from new and had no problems at all. The auto is just superb, well it does come from a racing heritage. Generally average 57 mpg per tank of diesel. Mine has the opening panoramic sunroof and electric tailgate. Trouble is they are almost impossible to get new. Steering wheel is brilliant! You either love it or hate it simple.

[@joelbrown2782]

@steven moran you seem to have the only 3008 which hasn't had the common issues. Is that a GT line you have? Must have been pricey considering the pan roof and electric tailgate.

[@allanbriggs807]

@@joelbrown2782 And what are the common issues?????

[@alexmacdonald4270]

I have admired the 3008 for a while. Glad you think its good too, I quite like the quirky steering wheel.

[@jonathang9983]

I have a 2022 225bhp Hybrid. Cant beat them. Brilliant cars. Highly recommended to all.

[@davidorama6690]

I’ve always had a soft spot for Peugeots. My 205 back in the day was a wonderful little runabout.

[@keremefeozcoban2740]

Fun fact 1.6 puretech engine is used in some BMW's in markets like Turkey India Africa... like the 320I we get the 320 with a 1.6 Peugeot engine and 1.6 puretech is a great engine just with a stage 1 tune in a 508 or a 320i you can get 250 HP or even more

[@Insetta]

What's the stock hp? 250hp from a stage 1 seems farfetched

[@keremefeozcoban2740]

​​​​​@@Insetta stock 320i is 170 HP And for the Peugeot 508 180 for base spec cars and 225 for GT line 1.6 engine in the 320 already has a great setup in it like the cooling system so even with a stage 1 it will have 250 HP the engine code is "N13B16" for the F30 but in the G20-G30 they use the "B48B16'' N13B16 is the PSA engine aka 1.6 Puretech you guys get the B48B20 and N20B20 in the 320i (just found this in Google you guys did get the N13B16 in the 316i we did get that engine too with 116 HP same as yours but ours came with the turbo in the 320 so 316i can have 250 HP too)

[@clivewuest8529]

Real world review for real world people. You hit the spot again Matt. Hot presenter, hot info, hot channel. We cannot ask for more :)

[@theblacklist6078]

Great car. I had a GT Line Premium as a company car, I loved it and I do miss it. Peugeot are making some fantastic looking cars

[@thatone5350]

You should review a mark 5 Ford Mondeo Vignale. It's by far the most car for the pound. The estate model is ridiculously roomy and looks excellent with its dual exhaust.

[@alles_klar]

Highly disagree on the steering wheel; it is absolutely fantastic in town. Steering is very quick and precise and it feels like you're driving a much smaller car!

[@geoffredrup9616]

I've never been interested in owning a French car but having owned a couple of Saab's I do like quirky. If I was half my age with young kids I would give this car some serious thought. Nice styling inside and out. Good job, Peugeot.

[@mikefarrar8071]

From about 2014 on Peugeot have really come good after a lean period of about 14yrs. I have a 2017 308 GT Line SW and it's been totally reliable, comfortable and good build quality, certainly better than the last BMW 3 series I owned. I think the diesel's are still a good buy 2nd hand and Peugeot have for along time built the best diesel engines. Mine's got the 150bhp diesel and the torque for overtaking is brilliant. I like the little steering wheel but the instruments took a bit of getting used too but after 2yrs driving anything else it driving a HGV!!!

[@allanbriggs807]

The lean period finished well before 2014. Late 90's to early 2000's was when quality control was not brilliant.

[@CRIZZY131]

Matt your wrong about the 1.2 three cylinder engine, Iv got the 1.2 GT spec face lift 3008 and its brilliant great on performance and fuel you need to test on you will be surprised

[@1976DJH]

We bought an ex demo 4 yrs ago, use it everyday and love it, best car I’ve owned.

[@kamilianos]

6:27 not being picky, but assuming the same Peugeot had twice larger fuel tank, it would not make it anymore less economical overall. It would just add extra ability to cover longer distance on 1 tank of fuel. Likewise, 50% smaller fuel tank would only make cheaper to fill up at the pump, but lots more more pain to live with.

[@dzenan.m]

I always catch on that, its doesnt really matter does it😅

[@GaryWright1000]

We have a 2019 5008 same engine and auto box as video GT line Premium, essentially same car with longer boot, only issue the pano sunroof which opens leaked badly, had the whole pano roof replaced under warranty. We love the car and like the 50p steering wheel! Came from a Honda CRV and haven’t been disappointed.

[@henners88]

I have a 2018 1.5HDI GT-Line with 46k on the clock which I am about to sell due to a company car coming. I’ve owned it since mid 2021, so 2 years and although it’s a lovely car in terms of looks and interior, it’s had quite a few issues that I don’t think should be present on a car with less than 50k. Mostly electrical issues with the radio not working sometimes, car going into neutral whilst driving at lower speeds even though it’s an auto box. I had an oil leak right at the back of the engine which was costly to repair because of where it was. I came from VW’s and Honda’s beforehand and doubt i’ll ever own another Peugeot. You live and learn though, it’s a lovely car when it’s working fine.

[@davidoldboy5425]

Do this check yourself (I'm a long time subscriber) interestingly, in addition, note your comments at 5 minutes. You are spending more and more time with your eyes off the road lately (do the comparison yourself), you were careful in earlier videos but just take an honest hard look at this one, be careful my boy love your channel to bits, don't want to see you suffer.

[@mrgoodkat3722]

300K! So well deserved,fantastic,congratulations Matt. I was a subscriber well before you were at 100k,I won’t be going anywhere.

[@theCybershot123]

Hi Matt good review looks impressive inside as you said steering wheel looks small for the rest of the car 10/10

[@IoannisFlorentiades]

My granny drives one and she LOVES the steering wheel. It’s a 2017 model but she bought it in mid 2018. She use to drive a Land Rover freelander 2000 and the steering wheel compared to that is like a dream and to be honest if you ask me there is no better steering wheel.

[@RebMordechaiReviews]

Hi Matt. That stitching really reminds me of the Toyota Rav4 interior. Talking of the Rav4. It's interesting how you have never reviewed one. They are incredibly popular both in the USA and here in Israel. Honestly, you see loads on the road. I don't suppose they are that popular in the UK.

[@durgymp]

I have the 2019 RAV4, best car I ever had ❤

[@daneelolivaw602]

Here in the UK I have a 2013 Rav4 icon Auto, and i love it, there are plenty of them on the roads, but as with most Toyotas here they are seen as a boring, and uninteresting car, I have driven used Toyota cars for many years, and I have never had a mechanical problem with any of them, just an occasional new battery, and in a couple of them new brake pads and discs, and some tires, other than that, nothing. Love them to bits.

[@RebMordechaiReviews]

@@daneelolivaw602 I live in Israel but have been renting out a Rav4 Hybrid in the UK every year since 2018, to travel from London and drive around Scotland visiting whisky distilleries in the winter weather. For the price, it's the only car I trust to get me up and down those steep icy roads to and from remote distilleries and eats up the miles on the A74(M), M6 / A1(M) to and from London. The huge boot space is perfect for week long trips. I loved the car so much that I bought one here in Israel last year.

[@angledangle1]

Its a decent car and doesnt rob you blind with badge being the only reason you'd buy . This and the 5008 have a style of a evoque with a mix of a lexus RX . Maybe a updated version would come with split taillift or one piece dependant on a button on remote .

[@patrickbateman9197]

Only if it's been Car Horizontal checked ✅. It's very important to do a Car Horizontal check✅ checked in 72 countries MOT stations. One serious question I have about Car Horizontal check ✅ Does it tell you if the car has 4 factory original car mats? And the condition? Thanks.

[@MichalSposki]

It's does, also reports on what it smells like 😂

[@patrickbateman9197]

@@MichalSposki This is why Car Horizontal is the best!

[@theoh7389]

Hello matt!! Well done on 300,00 thousand subscribers. As one of your long term viewers ive been on this journey with you. Crazy to ssee how far we have come. Nice video matt!

[@andyburton9312]

I've had one for 2 years now and it's a manual, the clutch is perfect, not high at all.. Still getting compliments now.. White is the best colour...

[@tonyb1223]

The Grip Control is an optional extra, had it on my first 3008 (the first one out of my local dealers show room), a 150 manual GT Line 2ltr HDI, and it is really good, you need the right tyres on there, so replacing the ones on there with summer tyres really would be shooting yourself in the foot. Sold that 3008 for a GT 180 HDI 3008, lovely car, fully loaded and saved quite a lot from the dealer on it 😊 No grip control on this one but it had pretty much everything else, including the auto box. Sold that and ended up with a hybrid4, lovely car, only had it 10 months, small fuel tank didn't help with the odd long run and the battery range wasn't great in real world driving, it didn't suit my driving but would be great for someone doing more town or shorter distance motorway driving.

[@petermaunder8357]

The timing belt issue has been sorted now on the 1.2 engine.Regular oil change is very important on this engine.

[@dscott1392]

I said I would never get a Peugeot...but I ended up with a Pug 208 Tech edition with a wee 1.2 turbo pumping out 110 bhp .....actually very nippy, smooth and all over pretty good....even has auto parking, love sitting back watching the steering wheel work on its own

[@foolish5551]

ye, until the timing belt breaks apart in your engine

[@dscott1392]

@@foolish5551 yeh. The wet belt is in the back of my mind.......but so far. No issues. I will change it at 6 years though

[@ejdydmj1650]

You're wrong pal as They started doing Mk2 3008 in 2017 when it becomes European car of the year 2017. I had 3008 on my holiday for 3 weeks and it was such a nice drive! 2l HDI GT model I had. Really nice car

[@JackLondonen]

I have both mark I and mark II. When I am using mk 2 I miss split tailgate and when I am driving mk 1 I miss small steering wheel. Both are quiet and comfortable on the motorway, the road type which I am mainly using.

[@andymccabe6712]

Yeah... With the weather we're getting these days...... the cactus setting sounds really useful.........

[@joshnnik]

The first Peugeot that I ever drove was back in the sixties, a 204 with a column gear change. This was far superior to the similar gear change offered in various Austin/Morris cars and vans. The strangest gear shift was in the NSU RO80, a pressure sensitive micro switch in the gear knob disconnected the drive to let you change gear, but that rotary engine was so unbelievably smooth.

[@MrRawMonkey]

I have had my 1.2 petrol now for 4 years. Car has been faultless apart from a worn seat bolster that was changed FOC despite the car being out of warranty. As for the 130bhp engine. This is the same output as a 2 litre car I once owned

[@thisisnotthe80snomore]

I just got the little brother the 2008 gt face-lift version in black love how comfy it is

[@notrut]

You're right ... my neighbour bought the early 3008 PURELY for the split tailgate versatility ... he's still got it 8 years later and dreading when he parts company.

[@christopherheritage5651]

Peugeot hired 2 members from Audi a few years ago. A designer and an engineer. They basically told the firm to change the electrical wiring to create reliability and paid more money for better quality materials. The designer had cart blanch to create something and so far, it's been improving more and more.

[@legambaz]

I wonder if this gen 3008 suffers from unreliability issues like the 1st gen. As I recall, the 1.6 Turbo engine is a pain to maintain too

[@theoneandonlybenjamin]

You should try and get hold of a new 308. Brilliant piece of kit that.

[@Paul-67]

Good review as always. I particularly liked your 3008 review because I’m thinking of getting one on the mobility scheme. Cheers Matt.

[@connclissmann6514]

Thanks for this video. Like you, i have been sceptical about French cars for a long time so this video has prompted me to open my mind a little. Love the comment on the 50p steering wheel!

[@gibfear]

I hired one in Spain for a couple of weeks and loved it, cracking car. If I were looking to replace my 508sw this would be the one.

[@gileshalliwell3591]

Great to see 300,000 subscribers! And counting!! Well deserved…

[@doms339]

One day we'll convert you to French cars! I currently have a 2022 Peugeot 208 (having never ever previously thought I would be a Peugeot driver) and it's brilliant. Everyone who has been in it has been seriously impressed and can't believe it's a Peugeot!

[@tomoreilly9932]

Have they put in a small steering wheel so you can see the display without having to duck or raise your head over the wheel.

[@marktaylor8944]

Great video again, just one point may help you sell, the AGC is non standard, it is a rare option, i tried for weeks to find even one that had it, the Sheffield dealers all said there were few 3008s out there with it. You may want to push this point. Lovely car and great video!

[@jjkingkongjjracingstar8410]

We have a new style 2008 which is very similar to the 3008. Nearly 3 years old now and nothing gone wrong. Very good car.

[@Roog1111]

Thanks for this review Matt, very honest and helpful. I am scouring the market at the moment and prices have outpaced value, so I came across the 3008 and couldn’t believe how much car you could get for not-crazy prices. Then I saw your review so I am now seriously considering this car as 1.6 GT model.

[@vlodbarchuk458]

The small steering wheel divides opinion. I have it on a 208 and love it; looking at the instruments over the wheel rather than through it is exactly the sort of quirky French approach to design that I love.

[@derekburgess]

That's a good point. I have to choose which bit of the dash I want to see when I move the steering wheel up and down.

[@allanbriggs807]

I have just purchased a 2022 3008GT. Made sure I drove it first. I am 6ft tall and my wife is 5ft2" The dealer was 5ft 6". I wanted to see what the argument was all about re the steering wheel. We all got into our driving positions using height adjustment, back & forward adjustment and steering wheel height/length adjustment. Guess what - absolutely no difficulties with any of us - we could all get a comfortable driving position where we could see the instrument panel. It is a issue for people who don't appear to know how to adjust to get a good steering position. The small steering wheel is so easy to use - light - direct. Took me 30 sec to get used to it. @@derekburgess

[@allanbriggs9007]

Then you do not have the correct seating position.@@derekburgess

[@derekburgess]

@@allanbriggs9007 I’ll have another go. I tend to set the speed limiter in practice.

[@justinsamuels5516]

I am a huge fan of you, but always had to keep a bit quiet as I drive a 2020 5008, having had a Grand Picasso before, so was nervous watching this given your past opinions on French cars ... The interior is stunning, especially at night. I agree about the tailgate being not as good - you can also get rid of the rev counter by changing the mode of the display, you even get a Saab-style night mode (I used to have a 9-3). You do get used to the steering wheel. The seats took 20000 miles to give!!! The 5008 GT line gets the pan roof... I agree about the touchscreen, you have to time it when driving to use this safely. The auto gearbox is superb. The drive is really easy, and actually much more fun than a Skoda equivalent which has less fun steering, I had a Kodiaq on holiday recently. Great balanced review, you are beginning to see what French cars are about, it really has been the best family car for us, and looks so cool, we get lots of compliments, which we would not have got getting a Skoda or Seat..

[@jeffallinson8089]

What a lovely looking car. I too see plenty of them over here on the correct side of the Pennines aand I guess they are popular for a reason. They are both stylish inside and out, reasonably frugal and pleasant to drive. Win win all round. Thanks for a great review.

[@MrRawUK]

I love the 3008 . My buddy is in the police said they have had nothing with problems with the fleet though. Unreliable as hell.

[@chrissmart4984]

Congratulations Matt 300,000 followers, very well deserved 🎉 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😎🍾🥂

[@frankey2356]

You're not wrong about biting point of the clutch Matt. My Dad has a 15 plate & my knee is nearly hitting the roof before she catches. Also the wheel is ridiculously small, and I detest the binnacle above the wheel. Just fecking weird! Apart from that it's grand & my Dad lo es it!!

[@Macca5]

Well done Matt on reaching 300k subscribers. You deserve it !!!

[@dimuthujayawardana61]

I love cars like this - premium cars without the premium badge. I've done several thousand miles in a top spec Honda Civic and loved having that quality experience without shouting about it. As opposed to the A Class/1 series/A3 brigade who buy cars for the badge, not the quality. After all, you spend more time experiencing your car than looking at it. And that premium experience is what matters to me.

[@Jpjc474]

We have a Peugeot 208 GT Line as a company pool car and it’s a brilliant drive apart from the small steering wheel and it feels like it’s in your lap.

[@adamedwards3730]

Just bought one of these, mostly pleased although finding seats uncomfortable, hoping if get a cushion coer will improve

[@priteshchampaneri5101]

I agree with you on the manuals on Peugeot and high clutches, I can remember test driving a year old 2008 with 6,000 miles. I thought the clutch was on its way out. I asked the salesman about about it and said all Peugeots are the same.

[@NZBRG1]

Wife misses the split tailgate on her 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. It was a handy feature.

[@gregcooper2719]

I’m surprised at your comments about avoiding the 1.2, I’ve heard nothing but good things about that engine, they also put it in the bigger 5008. My company car is a 1 litre turbo Octavia, and have driven a colleagues Karoq with the same engine and that copes fine with the size of car, would imagine Peugeots version would be the same. I’m interested to see what the rumoured e3008 is like that is allegedly coming later this year…

[@metal.grimaces]

You need to avoid that engine 1.2 they don’t hold much. Plenty of used cars with 1.2 but no one buying, i bought 1,6 diesel gt 3008

[@davidlewis4013]

I have this car, 1.2L petrol. I was sucked into it's features but I've had no end of trouble with it and its under 45k miles, something different every time. My local mechanic says he gets loads of them in with problems. I'm now looking for a reliable Japanese alternative.

[@Supraboyes]

what trouble did you have with it.

[@Roadkill7878]

You hit the nail on the head. I’m not interested in how a car feels when it’s been thrashed round the Nurburgring. That’s why I like your reviews. I’m interested in how a car drives for everyday use and that’s exactly what you do and it’s impartial. Keep it up

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

the automatic gearbox comes from toyota aisin so that should be reliable. i also like the vauxhall grandland x which this car is based on

[@richardsheil5289]

Other way around. The Opel / Vauxhall cars are based on Peugeot.

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

@@richardsheil5289 yeah I know that

[@colofsco1]

Nice graphics on 15 seconds; having the make of the car on the road.

[@trishhartland5156]

Im really not a fan of the touchscreens most are slow & unresponsive you end up pressing the glass for 5 mins just to get the air con on give me a simple button I’m good with that. It does look a nice car

[@chrizy75]

Well check out Matt with the fancy CGI effects at the beginning! You really sneaked that in, would be great to know how many people actually noticed your little effect, you can clearly see that you're getting the hang of this editing lark! 😂😂😂😂 I agree with you about the design of the newer French cars, Peugeot and Renault have some very nice looking cars.

[@vidpetrovic8907]

We have a 1.2 puretech gt line 3008. It's absolutely amazing, and the small engine uses very little power, has no problems with motorway with 4 people in and full boot. It's cheap to service, to run and road tax is cheap, and performance with the EAT8 gearbox is also good.

[@S-Ltd1000]

That engine was not designed with longevity in mind, it's a ticking time bomb.

[@Insetta]

Reading your comment and then the comment above about avoid the 1.2 at all costs

[@vidpetrovic8907]

@@Insetta It's good for my familiy, since we drive so little.

[@vidpetrovic8907]

@@S-Ltd1000 Not if you drive s little as we do.

[@jdmguy44]

​@@S-Ltd1000 In fairness all these highly stressed tiny capacity turbocharged engines are not destined for long lifespans. They are inherently flawed in that regard.

[@westleyo5]

i just purchased a 1.6 blue hdi auto Allure 3008 get it serviced regularly should have no problem with it great to drive

[@PJD_55]

I’ve had the same model for nearly 5 years bought new. Never given me any problems. Love the interior and especially the small steering wheel.

[@Mariazellerbahn]

My next door neighbour had a two year old 3008. Kept it for a year and part chopped it because he couldn't live with all the rattles and it failed its first MOT with underbody corrosion (can't be bodywork ... can it?). He now has (since last week) a Volvo XC40 Hybrid .... seriously, we all take note of what he buys so that we can buy something else.

[@originalchill]

I know you’re not keen on French cars but I’ve had a 406,406 coupe and a 508 and had mostly problem free driving! That 3008 looks really good 👍🏻 you’re really close to 300k subscribers Matt! So fair play to you 👏🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

The 406 is a beautiful looking car

[@originalchill]

The coupe was stunning 👍🏻

[@davidperry3531]

@@HighPeakAutosClassic Pininfarina style.

[@patrickcrean7813]

Please do a review on a 406 coupe!

[@topiorava2005]

406 review all the way 👌 what a such an underrated classic wheel 👌 Some years ago i rent one of those from my neighbour, and my god how good it felt to drive. Accured and comfty same time. They owned it about 20 years, mechanical issues not at all. Some minor electrical things with the central locking system in a key. Such a great car, maybe i need to buy one some day 🤷‍♂️

[@pharoahegypt]

Just a heads up; you can actualy control a lot of the apps via the 'speech' button on the small steering wheel, as well as the right roll pad once in an app. Very similar interior & controls to my own '20 208. If that steering wheel was large you'd not be able to see the dials, hence why it's that odd shape & size. Yet another great road test though. About the high Peugeot clutch on manuals, my old '62 308 had one of those, hence why I opted for the EAT8 (silly name) auto too. lol. But it's silky smooth imho.

[@MrsZambezi]

I'd love a review on the C5 Aircross auto. Thinking of getting one.

[@mrlister2000]

This one, and all the other SUV's like the Qashqai, IX35, Sportage etc cannot sit 3 adults comfortably in the back. My family and I spent 2 hours walking around every car in Motor Range, and the overwhelming issue with every car was that 3 tall children could not sit side by side in the back. I've gone with a Grand Scenic because of the 7 seats.

[@ZedsDeadOK]

I had a 1.2 auto for 5 years and thought it a great car, from my personal view it was too big for my garage, the suspension is quite stiff being a SUV, and I never felt confident at junctions as it was hesitant at pulling away, I also prefer separate temperature controls, apart from that it was comfortable.

[@carlosfandango2419]

Congrats on 300k. Well done you!!

[@AliB-q3d]

Not sure why you’d say they all come with an all-terrain system? In fact it’s the complete opposite, that is an optional extra that is super rare as hardly anyone paid the extra for it as it’s not a true 4 wheel drive system and was expensive to add at factory 🤔

[@PJD_55]

Mine came standard with the all terrain system but I’ve never used it.

[@angrymuffinsb]

A colleague had one as a company car, the biggest annoyance with this car being is sat in the passenger seat; the floating dash really digs into your right leg

[@Radiomate]

300k congratulations Matt! I've subbed since 30k ❤️

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@rgillespie36]

Totally agree with your comment on the steering wheel.

[@MyBuddyValium]

I've driven new Peugeot and it's all true what you said. Can't stand to rely on the touchscreen for climate though. That's too distracting and a no-no to me.

[@Labgorilla]

I’ll give you a hug bro when you feel vulnerable