Peugeot 3008 P34

The Peugeot 3008 P34 (from 2024) is a complete fresh start — new STLA Medium platform, fully electric for the first time as the e-3008, plus a mild-hybrid petrol option. The design polarises: fastback SUV instead of a conventional high-seater, huge Panoramic i-Cockpit with a 21-inch curved display. The car looks like nothing else on the road. For the first time in Peugeot's history, an electric model sits at the centre of the range — the combustion engine is the alternative, not the other way around.

Engine choice: The e-3008 (EM-170) with a 73 kWh battery and 213 PS is the main version — real-world range 400–450 km, charging at up to 160 kW DC (20–80% in around 30 minutes). For long-distance driving there is the e-3008 Long Range (EM-240) with a 98 kWh battery and 230 PS — real-world up to 550 km range, energy consumption 17–19 kWh/100 km. Both purely electric with rear-wheel drive. The Dual Motor AWD (from 2025) with 320 PS provides all-wheel drive via two electric motors. For combustion buyers there is the 1.2 HN09 mild hybrid (48V) with 136 PS — timing chain from the factory, no wet belt issue, real-world 6.5–7.5 l/100 km. The mild hybrid is the PSA entry point for anyone not yet ready to go electric.

Weak points: The P34 is a very young car — the data is thin, but the first patterns are emerging. In its first model year there were six recalls: fuel lines on the MHEV can chafe (fire risk), wheel nuts torqued incorrectly, headrests come loose, suspension ball joints not correctly fitted, 48V heating cable in the MHEV faulty, software issues. Not unusual for a first model year, but the frequency shows: new platform equals teething troubles. The infotainment freezes on the P34 too — the 21-inch display is impressive, but the software behind it is familiar from the predecessor. Touchscreen dropouts, delayed response, Apple CarPlay disconnects. The 4G connectivity fails on the e-3008: MyPeugeot app does not connect, remote charging management impossible, OTA updates fail. Frustrating for a car that relies on connectivity.

ADAC breakdown statistics are not yet available — the car is simply too young for reliable data. First MOT reports are also missing. Experience is based on manufacturer recalls and early owner reports. Caution is generally warranted with the new STLA platform: first generation of a new architecture, new suppliers, new production lines in Sochaux. Playing it safe means waiting for model year 2026 — by then the worst teething troubles will be resolved.

Test drive checklist: Test the infotainment thoroughly (21-inch display, Apple CarPlay, voice control), check 4G connectivity (pair MyPeugeot app), verify all recalls in the service book (six in the first year!), test the suspension over manhole covers (ball joint noises?), for the e-3008: observe the charging curve at a DC station (does it reach peak charging power?), for the MHEV: observe cold start (48V system starting behaviour).

Market situation 2026: e-3008 from €38,000–45,000 (new), first used examples from €32,000–38,000, MHEV from €34,000 new. Recommendation: for the new platform, choose the e-3008 with 73 kWh battery from model year 2025 — by then the worst recalls are dealt with, software maturity is higher, and prices for early 2024 models drop noticeably.