Upcoming 2022 Peugeot 2008: Is it worth the wait?

After launching the facelifted 3008 and 5008 in Malaysia last year, the new distributor of Peugeot cars in the country, Bermaz Auto Alliance Sdn Bhd is geared up for 2022. As per a report from RHB Investment Bank, the company will be introducing four new cars this year, viz. third-gen 308 hatchback, second-gen 508 sedan, Landtrek pickup, and the all-new 2008 crossover. Of these four, the latter is expected to make its arrival by the end of January.

The assembly of the upgraded crossover SUV is currently underway at the Stellantis plant in Gurun, Kedah in Malaysia, to meet customer demand across the South East Asia region. And surprisingly, it has already hit Thailand showrooms before rolling out in the local market.  

Well, the local Peugeot website now has an official product page for the upcoming 2022 Peugeot 2008 along with an estimated price tag, which reads RM 1XX,XXX. This confirms that the launch of the model is around the corner. So, let’s find out what’s in stock and decide whether it is worth the wait or not. 

Exterior

Touted as a versatile and stylish SUV, the new Peugeot 2008 boasts an exhilarating design, a robust silhouette, and a raised ground clearance. The front is dominated by a Peugeot’s signature 3-claw design with full-LED headlights and daytime running lights. At the rear, the sporty SUV gets LED ‘claw Effect’ tail lights teamed up with a twin-chrome exhaust system, and a gloss black rear bumper diffuser. It rolls on 17-inch Salamanca two-tone alloy wheels.

Against the measuring tape, the new 2008 measures 4.30 m in length with a wheelbase of 2.60 m that offers a comfortable boot space of 434 litres. It is expandable up to 1467 litres with rear seats folded.

Interior

Inside, the SUV has a world equipped with top-of-the-range technologies. It gets the latest Peugeot i-Cockpit® 3D with a ten-inch digital instrument display and a 7.0-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system with toggle switches.

The fancy cabin also has creature comforts such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, mirror-screen functioning, a drive mode selector, mood lighting, push-button start, single-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, and 6-speaker audio system. A Panoramic sunroof offering an almost uninterrupted view of the sky is also available.

There are also a variety of new storage spaces onboard, where occupants can keep their daily knick-knacks. Apart from the conventional glove box and door pockets, there is enough storage area under the front armrest and more in front of the gear knob. At the bottom of the central console, extra storage space is available along with a convenient induction charging area.

Engine and performance

The all-new Peugeot 2008 is powered by a 1.2-litre PureTech turbocharged three-cyl engine like before, but it is now upgraded to generate a maximum power output of 130 PS (up by 18 PS) at 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 230 Nm (up by 15 Nm) at 1,750 rpm. It is coupled with an efficient six-speed automatic transmission sending power to the front wheels.

When it comes to performance, Stellantis claimed that the 2008 assembled in Malaysia is adapted for ASEAN buyers. It delivers best-in-class performance for the local conditions. It has undergone specific endurance and quality testing on Malaysian roads and has successfully endured 200,000 kilometres of testing in different climatic conditions to ensure it meets the requirements of the South East Asian customers.

Safety

The new Peugeot 2008 offers semi-autonomous driving tech with the latest Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These include lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, speed limit information, and intelligent speed adaptation, high beam assist, and Driver Attention Assist 3.

Other safety features include six airbags, stability control, advanced grip control, hill assist descent control, and front and rear parking sensors with a rear camera.

In the end, we come back to our question, Is the upcoming 2022 Peugeot 2008 worth the wait? We’d say Yes. Because, the SUV ticks all the boxes right, be it styling, performance, comfort, or equipment. Let us know what you think in the comments.

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