What type of vehicle is the Peugeot 3008?
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The Peugeot 3008 belongs to the compact SUV category. Compact SUVs generally refer to SUV models with a body length between 4200mm and 4600mm, and a wheelbase ranging from 2500mm to 2700mm. The classification of compact SUVs also considers whether they are developed from their respective brand's compact car platforms. Currently, most compact SUVs are based on compact sedan platforms. The Peugeot 3008 is a vehicle launched by Dongfeng Peugeot, with dimensions of 4435mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1652mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2613mm. It is equipped with a 1.6T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 123kW and a maximum torque of 245Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The Peugeot 3008 is quite a distinctive crossover SUV in our domestic market. With a slightly lower chassis than regular SUVs yet half a head taller than sedans, it drives more like the high-riding wagons Europeans favor. Its 1.6T engine paired with an Aisin 8AT transmission delivers adequate power for city driving while remaining fuel-efficient. The trunk offers impressive cargo capacity, and the rear seats fold completely flat. Noise insulation is genuinely well-executed, providing better high-speed stability than Japanese counterparts – though the stiffer rear suspension requires slowing down over speed bumps. During my test drive, I found its fighter jet-inspired cockpit design particularly engaging, with the compact steering wheel offering excellent handling. However, the piano-key center console tends to show fingerprints and requires frequent cleaning.
