PEUGEOT E-3008: European Car of the Year 2024 Finalist
On November 27, 2023, the European Car of the Year (COTY) jury of 59 members representing 22 countries selected the new PEUGEOT E-3008 as one of the final seven contenders for the top prize from a shortlist of 28 models. This marks the 7th time in the last decade that a PEUGEOT model has reached the finals.
PEUGEOT has elevated the 3008 to new heights in terms of design, driving enjoyment, and exceptional electric performance, resulting in the creation of the E-3008:
- It boasts the allure of a fastback SUV with a redesigned and efficient design.
- The new Panoramic i-Cockpit® enhances the emotional aspect of driving pleasure.
- It achieves excellence by combining performance and an impressive all-electric range of up to 700 km, thanks to Stellantis' new STLA-Medium platform.
The European Car of the Year award has no categories or subdivisions, with only one winner. The announcement of the 2024 winner will take place on February 26th in Geneva, Switzerland.
With the E-3008, PEUGEOT has been a finalist for the European Car of the Year award seven times since 2013. Previous finalists include the 408 in 2022, the 308 in 2021, the 208 in 2019 (winner in 2020), the 508 (Hatchback and SW) in 2018, the 3008 in 2016 (winner in 2017), and the previous generation 308 (Hatchback and SW) in 2013 (winner in 2014).
The COTY award is highly prestigious in the automotive industry, with 59 judges from 22 European countries. Each judge selected their top 7 finalists from a list of 28 contenders. You can view the list of candidates and finalists on the Car of the Year website: [link](https://www.caroftheyear.org/)
The new PEUGEOT E-3008, the Next-Level Electric Fastback SUV, has been enhanced through Stellantis' innovative STLA-Medium platform, debuting with this model. This platform excels in critical customer criteria such as range (up to 700 km), fast recharge time (100 km in 10 minutes), driving enjoyment, performance, design efficiency (less than 14 kWh / 100 km), and connected services (including Trip Planner, Smart charging, remote functions, and 'Over-The-Air' updates).
The PEUGEOT Panoramic i-Cockpit® elevates the driving experience with a stunning 21" curved floating HD screen that combines the head-up display and central touchscreen.
Production of the new PEUGEOT E-3008 will exclusively take place at the Sochaux plant in France. It is already available for orders in numerous European countries and will go on sale in early 2024.
By 2025, PEUGEOT aims to become a leader in electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe, with the PEUGEOT E-3008 playing a central role in their EV brand strategy, featuring nine passenger cars and three LCVs, making it one of the most comprehensive and efficient line-ups among mainstream brands.
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FAQ
Q: What does the PEUGEOT E-3008 cost in South Africa?
PEUGEOT South Africa hasn't announced official pricing for the E-3008 yet, but expect it to start around R800,000 to R900,000 when it arrives in 2024, positioning it as a premium electric SUV competitor to the BMW iX3 and Audi Q4 e-tron.
Q: What is the range of the PEUGEOT E-3008 electric SUV?
The PEUGEOT E-3008 delivers an impressive all-electric range of up to 700 kilometres on a single charge, making it one of the longest-range electric SUVs available and perfect for South African road trip conditions.
Q: How fast does the PEUGEOT E-3008 charge?
The E-3008 supports rapid charging that adds 100 kilometres of range in just 10 minutes thanks to its new STLA-Medium platform, meaning you can grab a quick coffee and gain serious driving range.
Q: Is the PEUGEOT E-3008 worth buying over other electric SUVs?
The E-3008 offers exceptional value with its 700km range, fast charging, and premium French design, making it a compelling alternative to German electric SUVs that often cost R200,000 more for similar specifications.
Q: When will the PEUGEOT E-3008 be available in South Africa?
PEUGEOT expects to launch the E-3008 in South Africa during the second half of 2024, following its European Car of the Year finalist announcement and global production ramp-up.
Should You Buy It?
The PEUGEOT E-3008 represents excellent value in the premium electric SUV segment, offering 700km range and rapid charging from an expected R850,000 starting price. If you're shopping for an electric family SUV with proper road trip capability, the E-3008 delivers more range than most German competitors while undercutting their prices by R150,000 to R200,000. The combination of French flair, cutting-edge technology, and that European Car of the Year finalist pedigree makes this a smart buy for early electric adopters who want something different from the usual German suspects. Wait for official South African pricing and specifications, but this one's definitely worth putting on your shortlist if you're ready to go electric in 2024.
