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17th February 2025 
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Buying from an established brand is always important when it comes to making a big purchase. And in the automotive world, they don’t come more established than Peugeot. The French manufacturer is the oldest car brand on the planet, boasting a 200-year-plus history back to 1810 when the Peugeot family started making spice and coffee mills – something it still does to this day.
Alongside the premium kitchenware, there also happens to be a rather strong lineup of reliable, well-priced and boldly designed cars. And while coffee grinders might be outside of our expertise, we can tell you about Peugeot’s new car lineup. In this guide, you’ll find:
- An overview of the Peugeot brand and its extensive history.
- Why a Peugeot might be the right choice for your next vehicle.
- A breakdown of all the key info for every model in Peugeot’s current lineup.
If you’d rather get straight to shopping, our Peugeot lease deals feature every model you’ll read about in this guide.
Peugeot brand overview
Peugeot is a French manufacturer based out of Sochaux in Eastern France. It’s one of the world’s most storied car brands, starting out in 1810 as a manufacturer of saws, coffee mills and bicycles before moving into automotive production at the backend of the 19th century.
Today, Peugeot is part of the Stellantis Group. Stellantis is the fourth largest automaker globally, boasting 14 automotive brands to its name, including Citroen, Fiat, Jeep and Vauxhall – meaning many Peugeot models part share with some of the most established brands in the market.
That’s not to say Peugeot is no longer its own marque, though, with the brand having really found form again in recent years with a series of standout family cars that present excellent value for money and some of the best aesthetics in the industry. The current Peugeot lineup is centred around small- to medium-sized hatchbacks and SUVs, with a big focus on design, innovation and electrification.
A brief history of Peugeot
The Peugeot family’s beginnings as a metalworks in 1810 afford the Peugeot brand the prestigious title of the world’s oldest car brand. For the first 80 years, the manufacturing effort focused on saws, coffee mills and, by 1882, bicycles – all of which are still produced by Peugeot today, albeit under separate entities to the automotive branch: Peugeot Saveurs (kitchenware and home goods) and Peugeot Cycles (bicycles).
The first Peugeot car was the Peugeot Type 1 steam-powered tricycle (otherwise known as the Serpollet Tricycle after its designer, Leon Serpollet) in 1889. This was followed a year later by the first petrol-powered four-wheeler, and by the turn of the 20th century, Peugeot had begun mass-producing cars and was responsible for around half of France’s automotive production by 1903.
Peugeot’s now famous three-digit naming system for many of its vehicles first arose in 1921 with the launch of the Peugeot 201. Although production was halted due to the Second World War, the brand found success post-war with the 203 and a growing reputation across Europe through the 1950s and 60s.
1976 saw the formation of the PSA Group and the acquisition of fellow French carmaker Citroen, with a further addition in 2017 in Vauxhall. PSA Group then merged with Fiat Chrysler in 2021 to form the goliath that is Stellantis. In the intervening years, Peugeot enjoyed huge success, particularly in the hatchback market, with favourites like the 205 GTi hot hatch (1984) and 206 (1998).
The brand has a longstanding and decorated history in motor racing, beginning in 1912 with victory at the French Grand Prix and the Indy 500 a year later. It also boasts multiple titles in major championships like the 24 Hours of Le Mans, World Rally Championship (WRC) and Dakar Rally.
Why go for a Peugeot?
Following something of a noughties lull, Peugeot has really come back with a bang in recent years. The current lineup is incredibly strong thanks to a very aesthetically pleasing design overhaul and a focus on electrification across the brand – which has all been done while maintaining a competitive price point.
Every model in the new Peugeot lineup features a handsome front end that’s one of the best looking in the business. A focus on innovation sees equally stylish interiors packed with useful tech, and the brand’s motor racing legacy can be found in the sharp driving dynamics of most options.
Couple all of the above with a great spread of combustion and electric powertrains, and there’s a lot to like about Peugeot both today and in the future.
The Peugeot model range
Peugeot 208
Supermini/small hatchback with electric variant
What is it?
The most recognisable model in the Peugeot family and the latest in its famous ‘20-‘ series. Before the 208 was the 207. Before that, there was the 206, then the 205 (probably the most iconic of the lot), then the 104, which started out in 1972. In that regard, you could say the 208 has been in the works for over half a century, but the current numerical iteration has been around since 2012.
It’s a striking small car that’s now extra handsome following a facelift a couple of years ago. It’s also one of the UK’s best-selling superminis, with Stellantis proudly declaring the electric version as the top-selling electric small car in 2024.
Why might you want one?
- One of the best-looking small cars out there.
- Generous equipment levels.
- Responsive handling couples nicely with a balanced ride.
- Excellent – and very popular – electric version.
Body types
It’s a small five-door hatchback, more fashionably known nowadays as a supermini. The entire ‘20-‘ series has run along the same funky hatchback lines. Boot space sits at 352 litres for combustion and hybrid models, dropping to just over 300 litres for the electric model.
Trims
Right now, there are just two trim levels available for the new 208: Allure and GT. The base Allure trim comes with plenty of good stuff, including a Peugeot i-Cockpit 10” HD touchscreen, front and rear parking aids, 16” diamond-cut alloys and electric folding door mirrors. GT adds a 3D digital instrument panel, LED headlights, keyless entry, 17” alloys and a fancy GT steering wheel.
Engines
The 208 shares its engine technology with the Vauxhall Corsa, employing a three-cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech petrol powertrain with various levels of tuning. Two pure petrols come in at 74bhp and 99bhp, with a couple of more powerful mild hybrids (MHEV) available, too.
The fastest of the bunch is a 136bhp MHEV that reaches 62mph in a brisk 8.1 seconds. Economy is also great with the MHEVs, with both sitting around 65mpg. This drops to a little under 60mpg if you want pure petrol.
Variants
The e-208 is the incredibly popular electric version of the 208. Two battery options offer solid range numbers of 225-250 miles on a single charge, and the added electric power allows both versions to get to 62mph in just over eight seconds.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 208 lease deals.
Peugeot 2008
Small crossover SUV with electric variant
What is it?
The 208, but crossover-ed. The 2008 is built on the same CMP platform as the hatchback but offers a taller, slightly roomier experience. It’s extremely popular – it outsells the 208 these days and is one of Peugeot’s top moneymakers. Enjoyed the same striking facelift as the 208 in mid-2023.
Why might you want one?
- One of the better-looking small SUVs you can buy and generally stylish inside and out.
- Well built with a great equipment list as standard.
- Sporty driving dynamics.
- Superb electric version.
Body types
The 2008 is a five-door crossover that’s slightly longer than the 208. You’ll get a decent increase in boot size from the hatchback, too, at 434 litres.
Trims
Like the 208, the new 2008 range currently offers two trims: Allure and GT. Highlights on Allure include 17” diamond-cut allows, front and rear parking sensors, an Active Safety Brake and the i-Cockpit infotainment setup that includes a 10” HD touchscreen and configurable 10” instrument panel. GT upgrades the aesthetics with a black ‘diamond’ roof and eight-colour ambient light, plus you’ll get LED headlights, a HD reversing camera, and keyless entry.
Engines
Peugeot offers a nice three-step lineup for 2008: a single petrol, hybrid and electric option (the latter of which we discuss below). The same 1.2-litre PureTech engine from the 208 is employed but tuned to offer more power. The pure petrol offers 128bhp and the hybrid 134bhp, but the hybrid is notably quicker off the mark with an 8.3-second 0-62mph time.
Economy is good for both options, ranging between 52-62mpg.
Variants
The all-electric e-2008 is a standout option you’ll almost certainly consider if you’re looking at the combustion versions. The two battery options are good for 214 and 250 miles, respectively, but come in slightly slower than the mild hybrid powertrain.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 2008 lease deals.
Peugeot 308
Family hatchback/estate with electric variant
What is it?
A family hatchback with typical Peugeot looks, making it a bit of a standout in a class dominated by more sensibly tailored options like the VW Golf and Ford Focus.
Why might you want one?
- Handsome looks make it a unique option in the segment.
- Smartly designed with a classy cabin.
- Strong tech and equipment list.
- Frugal plug-in hybrid (PHEV) option to go with the all-electric alternative.
Body types
The standard 308 is a decent-sized family hatchback, sitting between the Ford Focus and VW Golf in length. It’s also the widest of the trio and has a 412-litre boot, which is bigger than most of its rivals.
If you’d like more space and practicality, there’s also the 308 SW estate.
Trims
Just the two trims are available on the current 308: Allure and GT. Allure gets 17” alloys, a 180° reversing camera, LED daytime running lights and high beam assist to go with the excellent i-Cockpit infotainment setup. GT gets a number of visual upgrades plus bigger alloys, matrix LED headlights, 3D rear lights, and Peugeot’s i-Connect and navigation tools.
Engines
The 308 opens things up a bit with the engine list to incorporate petrol, diesel and PHEV options – 1.2-litre PureTech petrol, 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel and a 1.6-litre/12.4kWh battery combo being the respective choices.
Economy-wise, the least frugal petrol build starts the bidding at 43mpb, although you can get over 50mpg depending on the kit you choose. The BlueHDi diesel gets the best part of 55mpg, while the hybrid will typically offer 70mpg but an electric-only range of 35-40 miles.
Variants
Peugeot introduced the all-electric e-308 back in 2023, which is available in both hatchback and estate forms. The 54kWh battery produces around 250 miles off a single charge.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 308 lease deals.
Peugeot 3008
Mid-size crossover SUV with electric variant
What is it?
Peugeot’s current clubhouse leader in sales. It’s a mid-size ‘semi-premium’ SUV – a bit posher than a Nissan Qashqai or Kia Sportage but only dipping its toe in the pool where the likes of the Audi Q3 and BMW X1 swim.
Like much of the Peugeot range, it benefitted from a striking third-generation makeover in 2023, which has brought it to the forefront of the segment.
Why might you want one?
- Good looking inside and out.
- Great technology.
- Good engine options.
- Electric version is one of Peugeot’s flagship motors.
Body types
The 3008 is a mid-size SUV with much-improved boot space as of the introduction of the third-generation model. At 588 litres, it’s one of the bigger boots you’ll find in the segment.
Trims
Two: Allure and GT. The standard equipment list on the Allure is pretty good. Headlined by a 21” HD panoramic curved display, you’ll also get 3D connected navigation, keyless entry, a reversing camera and wireless charging for your smartphone as standard. Upgrade to GT for a host of quality driver assists like pixel LED headlights, a hands-free electric tailgate and adaptive cruise control.
Engines
The two primary options for the combustion-powered 3008 are the 1.2-litre PureTech MHEV petrol and a 1.6-litre PHEV. The PureTech engine benefits from mild hybrid technology to produce around 53mpg, while the hybrid claims a combined fuel economy of 356mpg and the added bonus of a punchy 7.8-second burst to 62mph to go with an electric-only range of 40 miles.
Variants
The all-electric e-3008 has undoubtedly been a big factor in making the 3008 family the top seller in the Peugeot catalogue in recent times. It’s a super refined family SUV with a much-improved range on the French manufacturer’s smaller electric models. The 73kWh battery is good for 210bhp and over 300 miles on a single charge.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 3008 lease deals.
Peugeot 408
Coupe SUV with electric variant
What is it?
A coupe SUV, but with hatchback, saloon, crossover and coupe elements all thrown into a decidedly stylish package. It’s not small, though – its dimensions will compete with most mid-size SUVs. So, still a family car, but sleeker.
Why might you want one?
- Perhaps the most stylish model among all of Peugeot’s incredibly stylish options, thanks to the coupe roofline.
- Still practical and spacious, despite having an appearance that suggests a little more style over substance.
- Classy interior with great infotainment and other tech.
- Slick electric version.
Body types
Just the one, but a rather unique one, as described above. It’s a coupe SUV by name, but retains enough space and practicality elements to be considered a family car. The 536-litre boot, for example, is mighty impressive for a coupe build. For reference, that’s 86 litres more than you get with the similarly coupe-like Cupra Formentor.
Trims
The standard two: Allure and GT. As we work up the Peugeot family tree, the standard equipment continues to improve, with the Allure trim getting 19” alloys, advanced emergency braking, a 180° reversing camera, smartbeam assistance and traffic sign recognition as standard. The GT gets upgraded i-Connect multimedia features, matrix LED headlights and ‘graphite’ diamond-cut alloys.
Engines
Like the 3008, you have the option of the MHEV-boosted 1.2-litre PureTech petrol or the 1.6-litre PHEV, which is available in two power levels, 178bhp and 222bhp.
Peugeot claims combined cycles of over 200mpg for both hybrids, while the petrol gets somewhere in the mid-40s. You’ll also get 40 miles of electric-only range from the PHEV options.
Variants
The all-electric e-408 is pretty much brand new on the scene, offering a 63kWh battery and 213bhp. You can select from three drive modes – Eco, Normal and Sport – which manage the power level to maximise economy or performance as you see fit. The claimed single charge range is 270 miles.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 408 lease deals.
Peugeot 508
Family saloon/estate with sport engineered variant
What is it?
Although still positioned as a mid-size to large family car, the 508 has a decidedly executive feel to it, especially in its saloon/fastback build. If you’re looking for a comparison, it’s targeting a slightly different market to the leading German contenders like the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series – more in line with something like the Skoda Superb.
One more thing: it’s on the way out as a new model, having stopped production in the UK in December 2024. But it’s still very worthy of mention as a unique option in the otherwise family-oriented Peugeot lineup.
Why might you want one?
- 2023 facelift offers a striking design that establishes it as one of the best-looking options in an otherwise sensible executive segment.
- Engaging driving dynamics for a family car.
- Simple trim options offer good standard equipment.
- Simplified engine range now offers a useful hybrid and ‘hot’ sport option.
Body types
The primary and, for the majority, most attractive body type is the low-slung executive saloon. It’s a decidedly sleek build but still offers a 487-litre boot. If you want more space, there’s the 508 SW – a fastback estate which ups the boot to 530 litres.
Trims
The 508 used to offer four trim levels: Active Premium, Allure Premium, GT and GT Premium. Even with the base Active Premium, you’ll get a good equipment list that includes 16” alloys, auto headlights and wipers, power-folding mirrors and parking sensors to accompany the 12.3” i-Cockpit infotainment setup.
If you go direct to Peugeot today, the only option is the premium GT trim – and that’s ‘stock only’, meaning you won’t be able to get a factory-fresh custom model. GT offers plenty, though, with 18” alloys, keyless entry, Alcantara upholstery and ‘claw effect’ LEDs in the rear lights as upgrades.
Engines
In recent years, Peugeot has dropped the 1.5-lire BlueHDi diesel option to two core powertrains: a 1.2-litre petrol and 1.6-litre PHEV. Despite the size of the car, the pure petrol is capable enough, but the PHEV is undoubtedly worth looking at, with a combined 225bhp. The latter is good for 62mph in 8.3 seconds and claims a combined economy of up to 235mpg, with an electric-only range of close to 40 miles.
Variants
The 508 Peugeot Sport Engineered – or 508 PSE for short – is quite a unique option in both the Peugeot lineup and the wider segment. It’s a hybrid performance car that’s meant to rival the likes of the Audi S4 and BMW M340i, but those don’t offer hybrid powertrains. The combined 1.6-litre petrol engine and two electric motors boast 355bhp with all-wheel drive (AWD) power, resulting in a 5.2-second 0-62mph time.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 508 lease deals.
Peugeot 5008
Large family SUV with electric variant
What is it?
Peugeot’s biggest car – a massive SUV with space for up to seven passengers. The third-generation model is pretty fresh, having been introduced in 2024. It’s on the same underpinnings as the 3008 but stretched out to offer more space and practicality.
Why might you want one?
- Beneficiary of Peugeot’s striking new aesthetic, making it one of the best-looking large SUVs available.
- Spacious and well-designed cabin with generous room for five and capable for seven.
- Driver-oriented cockpit has loads of useful tech for a comfortable, refined drive.
- Greta hybrid and electric power options.
Body types
The 5008 is a seven-seater family SUV that’s built on the same platform as the 3008, but it’s longer and a touch taller. The extra two seats come in the form of a foldable rear row. Having them in place eats into boot space considerably, but you’ll still have 348 litres to use with a full complement of passengers. Take the back row down, and that increases to a whopping 916 litres.
Trims
Like much of the new Peugeot range, the 5008’s trim options boil down to two: Allure and GT.
Allure gets Peugeot’s new 21” HD panoramic curved display with 3D connected navigation, wireless smartphone charging, tri-zone climate control and keyless entry. GT adds pixel LED headlights, a handsfree electric tailgate, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and aesthetic upgrades like a black ‘diamond’ roof and eight-colour ambient lighting.
Engines
If you’re sticking with the combustion options, you can have the base 1.2-litre petrol with mild hybrid power or the 1.6-litre PHEV. The smaller option offers great economy at 52.5mpg, while the PHEV claims a 356mpg combined cycle plus an electric-only range of nearly 50 miles. It’s notably quicker, too, getting to 62mph in 8.3 seconds – three seconds faster than the MHEV.
Variants
The all-electric e-5008 is the jewel in Peugeot’s electric crown, offering two batteries (73kWh or 93kWh). The 73kWh powertrain offers a range of 311 miles, with the Long Range model capable of over 400 miles on a single charge.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot 5008 lease deals.
Peugeot e-Rifter
Electric MPV
What is it?
A big family MPV. The combustion Rifter is now a thing of the past (although readily available in the used market), leaving behind the all-electric e-Rifter as the only model available in Peugeot’s new catalogue. It shares its underpinnings and much of its build with the Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Combo Life but has enjoyed the recent Peugeot styling overhaul put it in line with the rest of the range.
Why might you want one?
- Maybe the best-looking MPV you can buy. Front grille gives it a sharp modern look that’s a standout in a very conservative class.
- Five- or seven-seat options.
- First-class interior with loads of great tech.
- As close as you’ll get to a crossover/SUV in MPV form.
Body types
The e-Rifter is a five- or seven-seat MPV, depending on whether you go for the standard or long-length model.
It’s based on the same platform as the Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Combo Life, meaning it part shares with two proven performers in the market.
Trims
Peugeot’s two-trim range of Allure or GT strikes again. Base Allure gets the Peugeot i-Cockpit with an 8” touchscreen, second-row USB ports, rear parking sensors and a rear parking brake. GT adds a 10” digital instrument cluster, a 180° reversing camera and fancy 17” alloys.
Engines
A 50kWh battery that has been improved with the latest generation to offer close to 200 miles on a single charge.
Variants
The e-Rifter was once the variant to the combustion options, which have now been discontinued. However, you can still find them on the market if you prefer a traditional powertrain.
Where can you find one?
Take a look at our Peugeot Rifter lease deals.
Peugeot light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
Peugeot also offers a commercial triple-threat in the form of three vans: the Partner, Expert and Boxer. The French manufacturer’s new LCV range is now purely electric, which means you can only get your hands on the e-Partner, e-Expert and e-Boxer if you’re shopping new, but you’ll be able to find deals on both combustion and electric models in our Peugeot van leasing range.
We did an article a couple of years ago covering the trio and what they have to offer. Take a look at it here.
Get a Peugeot lease deal that works
Should one of the Peugeot models above have taken your fancy, the good news is we offer great lease deals on them all in our Peugeot car leasing range. We’ve got offers on new and used models, and if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, you can always get in touch, and we’ll do our best to source the exact model you want for you on a deal that works for you.
