SUV · 2016–2024

Peugeot3008

One of the UK’s favourite family SUVs. i-Cockpit looks polarise; PureTech wet belt and PHEV battery health are the ownership headlines.

Best for: Families wanting a stylish mid-size SUV.

Indicative running costs ~£2,008–£2,870 / year

Power: 130–300 hp
Economy: 38–55 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 520–1,482 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Often 215/65 R17 – 235/50 R19

Tyre pressure (cold)

Typically ~33–38 PSI cold (door sticker)

Engine oil

PureTech: PSA-approved 0W-20/5W-30; BlueHDi/PHEV per handbook

Oil capacity

About 3.5–4.5 litres petrol; more for some diesels

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Peugeot 3008 at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,008–£2,870 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£959/yr @ 55 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£220–£380 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

4 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Active / Allure PureTech 130 Wet-belt critical. 1.2 PureTech · 40–50 mpg	1.2 PureTech	130 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195*
GT Line / GT BlueHDi Diesel miles. 1.5–2.0 diesel · 45–55 mpg	1.5–2.0 diesel	130–180 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
Hybrid4 / PHEV 225 / 300 Plug-in. 1.6 PHEV · Variable	1.6 PHEV	225–300 hp	Variable	~£195*
GT / Sport Higher kit. Various · 38–55 mpg	Various	130–300 hp	38–55 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.2 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeOften 215/65 R17 – 235/50 R19

Tyre pressureTypically ~33–38 PSI cold (door sticker)

OilPureTech: PSA-approved 0W-20/5W-30; BlueHDi/PHEV per handbook

Oil capacityAbout 3.5–4.5 litres petrol; more for some diesels

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used 3008

1Wet-belt invoices on PureTech
2PHEV needs charging habit
3GT Line vs GT power

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

PureTech wet belt
EAT auto history
Touchscreen freezes

Peugeot 3008 FAQs

Is a used Peugeot 3008 expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,008–£2,870 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Peugeot 3008 need?

Typically ~33–38 PSI cold (door sticker). Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Peugeot 3008 take?

PureTech: PSA-approved 0W-20/5W-30; BlueHDi/PHEV per handbook. Capacity is About 3.5–4.5 litres petrol; more for some diesels. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Peugeot 3008 problems?

Buyers most often watch for: PureTech wet belt; EAT auto history. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Peugeot 3008 ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Peugeot manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Peugeot owner manuals ↗

Guides & tools

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN