Published:
1 January 1970Verdict
Model tested:
Peugeot 5008
As refined as it is spacious, and sharply-styled as it is keenly priced. But performance and infotainment layout could be better.
Good
Direct, planted steering
Very spacious and quite practical inside
Full-hybrid engine is extremely refined
Bad
Third row is lacking in creature comforts
Infotainment screen isn't the most intuitive to use
Performance with seven people and luggage will likely not be enough
The 5008 is precisely the sort of car that does exactly what it needs to do for those who will ultimately consider it. It's by no means characterful or particularly exciting, but for the most part it provides cost-effective, spacious and easy-to-drive transport for large families with an assured and refined powertrain.
It's also very spacious inside, with enough practical touches, a large boot and decent head and leg room for its passengers, and on the road it conducts itself better than many of its rivals.
It's a pity that its powertrain doesn't offer a bit more performance and its third row lacks some creature comforts, but it's still a strong performer by the standard of the seven-seater class.
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