Peugeot 2008 trim levels explained: Which is the best choice?
Back to 'Expert guides'The Peugeot 2008 is proving a popular choice with lease customers thanks to its innovative interior, excellent comfort levels and tempting monthly prices. A recent refresh brought in a stunning redesign incorporating Peugeot’s latest design cues and brand identity.
Few rivals come close from a value-for-money point of view. But if you want one, which trim level should you choose? There are currently three core trims available for 2024.
In this guide, we’ll explore the differences between them, to hopefully help you make a decision when it comes to your choice. Let’s get into it.
Peugeot 2008 trim levels 2024
All trim levels are available on petrol, hybrid and electric 2008 models.
- Active
- Allure
- GT
Active
Active is technically the entry-level model, but that certainly doesn’t mean a sparse specification. It’s available with either the 1.2-litre petrol engine, the hybrid drivetrain and the 50kWh electric motor. With 16in alloy wheels, Peugeot’s i-Cockpit 10in touchscreen infotainment system and automatic air conditioning, it offers great value.
Safety is high on the agenda too. Whichever model you pick, you’ll get active safety features to protect occupants and pedestrians, lane keep assist and a driver attention warning system among other features.
Active spec includes:
- 16in alloy wheels
- 10in touchscreen
- Wireless mirror screen
- Auto air con
- Eco LED headlights
- Auto lights and wipers
- Rear parking sensors
- 3.5in digital display
Allure
The Allure is the mid-range choice, and starts to build on the already impressive spec. There are larger 17in alloy wheels, additional gloss black trim pieces, while on the inside you get an upgraded embossed fabric. You’ll also benefit from a full digital driver display (known as the head-up configurable instrument panel), which really works well with Peugeot’s trademark small steering wheel and the i-Cockpit infotainment system.
Petrol, hybrid and electric drivetrains are available, although you get a few more petrol options compared with the Active; there’s a more potent 130hp unit, which is also available in conjunction with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Allure spec includes:
- 17in diamond cut alloys
- Configurable head-up instrument panel
- 10in HD infotainment system
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Gloss black exterior trim and roof bars
- Leather-effect with stitch detailing
GT
Sitting at the top of the range is the impressively kitted out GT. On the outside it’s marked out courtesy of 18in alloy wheels and a contrasting black diamond roof. Inside, you get some more creature comforts like a wireless phone charger, reverse camera and a leather steering wheel.
The upholstery is also more upmarket, and features a special leather-effect materials with stitch detailing. As well as the 50kWh electric version, the GT also opens up the possibility of the 54kWh version – the slightly larger battery pack gives it a 20hp boost while official range is increased from 213 miles to 249.
GT spec includes:
- 18 in alloy wheels
- Full LED headlights with auto-dip function
- 3D head-up display
- Wireless charging
- Peugeot open & Go
- Reverse camera
- Black diamond roof and GT-specific trim pieces
- Leather steering wheel, leather-effect with green stitching
- Ambient lighting
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