Peugeot 2008

Peugeot 2008
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The Peugeot 2008 is a five-seat SUV powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine producing 83 kW, with a top speed of 183 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 133 g/km. Measuring 4,259 mm in length and weighing 1,349 kg, it was notably popular in Norway during 2019-2022, with 6,851 total registrations peaking at 3,252 units in 2021 before declining to 1,461 in 2022. The model has been subject to five recalls in the EU Safety Gate database.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerPeugeot
Body typeSUV
FuelPetrol
Engine power94 kW (126 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)118 g/km
Kerb weight1,367 kg
Top speed183 km/h
Dimensions and layout
Length4,240 mm
Width1,759 mm
Height1,557 mm
Seats5
Doors4

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 30 European countries that registered the Peugeot 2008 in 2025 (155,265 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Peugeot 2008 registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Peugeot 2008 first registrations in Norway per year
2019433
20201,705
20213,252
20221,461
2023946
2024548
2025705

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Peugeot 2008 cars registered for the first time across 30 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
France57,194
United Kingdom25,879
Italy17,665
Germany12,376
Portugal7,462
Greece6,433
Belgium6,353
Spain3,597
Netherlands3,159
Sweden2,890
Poland1,603
Czechia1,559
Austria1,493
Slovenia1,040
Ireland909

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Peugeot 2008 (from registration data). 8 variants.

Engine variants for Peugeot 2008
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.1 l · 4-cyl159 km/h
1.2 l · 3-cyl194 km/h
1.4 l · 4-cyl159 km/h
1.4 l · 4-cyl173 km/h
1.5 l · 4-cyl186 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl192 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl
2.0 l · 4-cyl

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Generations

Other Peugeot models

Similar SUV models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 80% of Peugeot 2008s pass their MOT test first time, based on 98,046 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

6 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Peugeot 2008. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    Possible presence of a plastic part in an inlet valve of the ABS/ESP (anti-lock braking system/electronic stabilisation program) unit may cause faulty regulation by the ABS/ESP and untimely wheel-locking.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-10-28

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-05-08

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)

    The tightening torque of the right-hand, lower seatbelt fixing bolts may not be correct. In this case, the performance of the seatbelt may not be guaranteed in the event of an impact.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-05-20

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-09-04

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-04-15

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Malta)

    On some vehicles, the handbrake adjustment made at the factory requires the driver to pull the handbrake fully up to ensure sufficient efficiency of the braking if the vehicle is parked on a slope. If the handbrake is not fully deployed when the vehicle is parked on a slope, the vehicle could move leading to an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-01-23

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Peugeot recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Peugeot 2008?
The Peugeot 2008 has a rated top speed of 183 km/h.
How much power does the Peugeot 2008 have?
The Peugeot 2008 produces 94 kW (126 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Peugeot 2008?
The Peugeot 2008 is 4,240 mm long, 1,759 mm wide and 1,557 mm tall.
How much does the Peugeot 2008 weigh?
The Peugeot 2008 has a kerb weight of about 1,367 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Peugeot 2008?
The Peugeot 2008 emits 118 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Peugeot 2008 have?
The Peugeot 2008 has 5 seats.