Peugeot 3008: Plugged into your driving needs

The classy Peugeot 3008 plug-in hybrid SUV has a 1,598cc, four-pot engine that produces 180bhp and is mated with an 11.6kWh electric motor that drives the front wheels.

If you want a 3008, you be far better off looking further down the range, even as far as that entry level 1.2 petrol turbo (with 130 bhp), which has very decent consumption levels and you won’t get flahed on tax either.

PEUGEOT 3008
Rating	★★★☆☆
Price	3008 starts from €32,775 – but the PHEV costs €40,740 incl. SEAI grant and VRT rebate
Engine	A standard 1,598cc four pot engine producing 180 bhp and it is mated with an 11.6 kWh electric motor (driving the front wheels only)
The Spec	top drawer in GT trim
Verdict	Excellent car – but stick with the petrol option