Peugeot 5008 Engine and Performance Guide

A seven-seat SUV puts more strain on its engine than a family hatchback. With every seat taken and the boot full, the Peugeot 5008 can be carrying several hundred kilograms more than its kerb weight, and many owners tow as well. That makes engine choice especially important. Here's what the official figures say about each 5008, plus our advice on which to pick.

Second-Generation 5008 (2017-2023)

The 5008 shares its owner's handbook with the 3008. The 5008-specific figures from the English Peugeot 3008/5008 owner's handbook are:

Unlike the 3008, the second-generation 5008 was never offered as a plug-in hybrid.

What the towing figures tell you

Compare these with the 3008 and you'll find the heavier 5008 is rated lower for almost every engine. The biggest surprise is the PureTech 130 automatic, which is limited to just 950 kg braked. That's not enough for most touring caravans. If you're towing with a second-generation 5008, the PureTech 180 (1,400 kg), the PureTech 130 manual (1,280 kg) or the BlueHDi 130 (1,200 kg) are the ones to look at.

Which Engine for a Seven-Seater?

BlueHDi 130 EAT8: our pick for most families. Its 130 hp and 300 Nm of torque mean it copes well with a full load, it's the most economical engine on long trips, and it can tow 1,200 kg. Keep the AdBlue topped up, and give it a regular longer run so the particulate filter stays healthy.

PureTech 130: fine if you rarely use all seven seats and mostly drive locally, but it works hard with a full car.

PureTech 180: the strongest petrol and the best tow car, if you can find one. Running costs are higher.

Hybrid 136: a late addition to the second-generation car. The 48-volt system (0.9 kWh battery, 21 kW motor) smooths out town driving and saves fuel in traffic, but at 1,050 kg it can tow less than the diesel.

Depending on the engine and how it's driven, expect average consumption of roughly 5.5 to 7.5 l/100 km (our estimate for second-generation cars, not an official figure).

Third-Generation 5008 (2024 on)

The all-new 5008 is larger and has no diesel option. From the 01/2024 3008/5008 handbook, which covers both models:

The nose weight limit is 80 kg for every third-generation version. Because several electric towing figures were still awaiting homologation when this handbook was written, check the handbook for your specific car before buying a trailer or caravan.

The Bottom Line

For a used second-generation 5008, the BlueHDi 130 automatic is the best all-rounder for a big family. If you're buying new, the Plug-in Hybrid 195 offers the best towing capacity in the current range. If you can charge at home and don't tow heavy loads, the E-5008 is the obvious choice.

Make sure you know your dashboard warnings: see our 5008 red warning lights and orange warning lights guides. For space, the seven-seat layout and equipment, read our Peugeot 5008 review.