PEUGEOT has launched its new electric fastback SUV, the E-3008. This vehicle represents a significant upgrade from the brand’s previous best-seller and showcases PEUGEOT’s commitment to an electric future.
Why It Matters
As a part of its green initiative, PEUGEOT plans to present the broadest selection of electric cars amongst generalist brands in Europe by 2025. They anticipate that by 2030, all their sales in Europe will be electric vehicles. With the unveiling of the E-3008, PEUGEOT takes a substantial step towards achieving this goal.
Key Points
- Design and Performance: The E-3008 boasts an appealing fastback SUV design and an advanced PEUGEOT Panoramic i-Cockpit®.
- Electric Range: With the new STLA Medium platform from Stellantis, the E-3008 promises an electric range of up to 700km.
- Legacy: Over the last seven years, the existing PEUGEOT 3008 has attracted over 1,320,000 customers across 130 nations.
- Advanced Platform: The E-3008 is the maiden model to utilize Stellantis’ new STLA Medium platform, which promises top-tier range, recharge time, driving pleasure, and more.
- Availability: The vehicle will be exclusively manufactured at the Sochaux plant in France and is set to be available for purchase in February 2024.
- Variants: The E-3008 will be offered in two trim levels (Allure and GT) and will feature three all-electric powertrains and hybrid options based on market demand.
Bottom Line
PEUGEOT is poised for a transformative journey towards electrification. Linda Jackson, CEO of PEUGEOT, expressed, “The launch of the Next-Level E-3008 is a major step in PEUGEOT’s radical transformation into an alluring 100% electric brand.” This new offering is not just a product launch but a statement of intent from PEUGEOT about its commitment to sustainable transportation and cutting-edge design.
