Peugeot has unveiled the new e-5008, an electric seven-seater SUV that promises an impressive range of up to 660 kilometers on a single charge. The e-5008 shares the Stellantis STLA Medium platform with the smaller e-3008 and boasts a host of features aimed at providing a comfortable and efficient driving experience.
While Peugeot has not explicitly stated the exact size of the e-5008’s battery, it is believed to be similar to the 98 kWh battery used in the e-3008 Long Range variant. This battery is produced by the Automotive Cells Company (ACC), a joint venture of Stellantis, Total, and Mercedes-Benz, at a factory in Douvrin, France.
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The e-5008 will be available in several variants, including a model with a 157 kW front-wheel drive and a 73 kWh battery, as well as a top-of-the-line model with electric all-wheel drive, offering a system output of 237 kW. Peugeot has yet to release exact range figures for these variants, but the company mentions a rough range of 500 to 660 kilometers.
In terms of charging, the e-5008 features a 400-volt system with a maximum charging power of 160 kW. Peugeot claims that the vehicle can be charged from 20 to 80 percent in just 30 minutes. An 11 kW onboard charger is standard, with an optional 22 kW charger available.
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The e-5008 boasts a spacious interior, with Peugeot claiming that the third row sets a new benchmark in the C-SUV segment in terms of habitability. The vehicle offers foldable emergency seats in the third row and impressive legroom in the second row. In terms of storage, the e-5008 offers up to 1,815 liters of cargo space with the rear seats folded down.
The e-5008 will also feature integrated charging planning, allowing drivers to be guided step by step throughout their journey via navigation from the Peugeot i-Connect Advanced system. The vehicle is set to go on sale in the autumn of 2024, with prices yet to be announced.
