Peugeot e-2008 electric lease

French automaker Peugeot's latest electric vehicle - the e-2008 - sets out to offer everything an eco-conscious family would need from an EV. From the outside, it's clear that headspace within the cabin is prioritised. That's not to say it's particularly boxy, but the e-2008 plays its safe from a design perspective, opting for an increasingly popular style of vehicle dubbed the 'crossover'.

As expected, there's plenty of space inside for a family. With great sound insulation, road noise shouldn't be an issue for passengers, and there are plenty of storage compartments for kids to hide parents' keys in. The boot is easy-to-access with a low lip, making shopping trips that little bit easier.

Tech-wise there's a 3D digital instrument panel which compliments the futuristic feel of the EV, offering extensive driver information at a glance. Three driving modes let the driver tune the e-2008's behaviour; Eco, Normal and Sport. Each operates as the name suggests, with Eco prioritising range and a smooth drive.

The Peugeot e-2008 is offered with a single battery size: a 50kWh pack.

In terms of range, this gives the e-2008 an official WLTP range of 193 miles. At DriveElectric however, we do our own tests to determine a more realistic range for every vehicle we lease. We concluded that drivers are more likely to achieve around 155 miles per charge, which is still more than enough for most families throughout the day.

The e-2008 uses the European standard of connector; the Type 2 and CCS. Charging at home via a standard 7kW wall-box charger will fully charge the Peugeot in around 7 hours and 30 minutes. Most customers plug-in overnight and take advantage of cheaper energy prices during the off-peak hours.

When using a 100kW rapid charger found at service stations, car parks, hotels etc. the e-2008 can go from a 10-80% charge in just 30 minutes.