Electric Cars: The Basics
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The Peugeot 3008 SUV PHEV
Peugeot is part of the Netherlands based Stellantis N.V., which was formed by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (Italian/ American) and Groupe PSA (French). You may not be familiar with these names, but the automotive brands in the portfolio would be well known to most consumers. These include: Maserati, Opel, Vauxhall, Jeep, FIAT, Alfa Romeo etc.
Peugeot was founded in 1810 in Eastern France (Sochaux), and has a rich heritage in motor racing and the broader automotive sector. Peugeot has won many awards for its passenger cars, to include, six European Car of the Year awards. As part of the broader Groupe PSA, Peugeot is very committed to the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The company’s portfolio of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) i.e. pure electric vehicles, include:
- The all-electric Peugeot e-2008
- The all-electric Peugeot e-208
- Peugeot 308 PHEV
- Peugeot 308 SW PHEV
- Peugeot 408 PHEV
- Peugeot 3008 PHEV
- Peugeot 508 PHEV
- Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
- The all-electric Peugeot e-Rifter
- Peugeot e-Traveller PHEV
The Peugeot 3008 compact SUV was unveiled in 2008 in Croatia, and launched in 2009. Peugeot launched a diesel hybrid variant of this SUV in 2012, making it the first mass- production diesel electric hybrid in the world. In 2020, the vehicle received a significant facelift. The latest Peugeot 3008 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant, is available as a front-wheel drive (FWD) and an all-wheel drive (AWD).
The Peugeot 3008 family SUV has firmly established its reputation for its head-turning exterior styling. However, with the addition of a hybrid drivetrain, the mid-sized crossover has further enhanced its appeal, given the improved environment credentials. The electric vehicle (EV) has far lower tailpipe emissions (31 g CO2/km), compared to the conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) variant (166g CO2/km).
The Peugeot plug-in electric SUV has a 13.2 kWh onboard EV battery, with a claimed zero-tailpipe emission electric range up to 60 km (WLTP certified). Of course, the real-world pure electric range will be lower, and possibly closer to 52 km. The real-world EV range is impacted by a number of factors, to include: driving profile, speed, passenger load, weather, road condition, wheel size etc.
A range of 52 km may not seem much, but the electric range is sufficient to help lower driving costs per km. Depending on where and when the EV is charged, the driving costs per km will average between 5 and 10 cents, far cheaper than calling on the internal combustion engine (ICE).
The use of the electric mode also helps improve the overall efficiency of the electric vehicle. Peugeot claims a fuel economy up to 1.4 l/100km. Of course, real-world fuel economy will be lower than the claimed figures, but the fuel economy of the PHEV will be far better, compared to the conventional combustion engine variant.
To leverage the benefits of electric driving, having a fully charged EV battery is imperative. The PHEV is not compatible with DC charging (not all plug-in electric cars are capable of DC rapid charging). In all probability, on most occasions, the EV will be charged overnight at home.
We at e-zoomed recommend the use of a dedicated EV charger for home charging. The single-phase easee EV charger is a good example. The PHEV can be charged up to 100% in 1 hour and 45 minutes. Charging at 3.7 kW will take 3 hours and 4 minutes to fully charge the EV.
We recommend a ‘topping up’ approach to EV charging. This way, the e-mode can be used more often and regular charging is also better for the long-term maintenance of the EV battery. Peugeot offers a warranty up to 8 years or 160,000 km for the battery (70% of original capacity). We at e-zoomed discourage the use of a domestic 3-PIN plug for charging an electric car.
The Peugeot 3008 HYBRID 225 e-EAT8 pairs a 1.6-litre petrol engine with an electric motor (80kW), delivering a maximum combined 225 HP and 266 Nm torque. The electric car can achieve 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. The top speed of the EV is 225 km/h (in electric mode 135 km/h).
Also on offer is a four-wheel drive variant. The 3008 HYBRID 300 e-EAT8 pairs a 1.6-litre petrol engine with two electric motor (80kW each), placed in the front and rear of the electric vehicle, delivering a maximum combined 300 HP and 383 Nm torque. The electric SUV can achieve 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. The top speed of the EV is 240 km/h (135 km/h on all-electric mode). The EV benefits from instant torque, as is the case with electric cars.
In terms of practicality, the 3008 PHEV does not offer class-leading interior space. Having said that, the EV still offers ample legroom and headroom for rear seat passengers. The 3008 also benefits from a good driver position and visibility. The boot space has been impacted by the addition of the electric drivetrain, with the four-wheel drive variant, further impacted due to the placement of the second electric motor in the rear. The EV offers boot space up to 395 L.
However, the PHEV more than makes up for the compromise on practicality, by offering a high-quality interior cabin with a good level of standard technology and safety features. These include: premium i-cockpit with 8″ touchscreen and 12.3″ digital display, Apple Car Play, Android Auto, ambient lighting, extended traffic sign recognition, driving timer alert system, dynamic stability control, lane keeping assist, front collision warning, 180 reversing camera and more. The PHEV has been awarded a Five-Star NCAP safety rating.
Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet!
PROS | CONS |
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Fantastic looking exterior | 7 kW onboard charger not included as standard |
Good level of standard equipment | Interior space and cargo volume is not class-leading |
Available in FWD and AWD | Claimed economy unrealistic |
The Peugeot 3008 PHEV SUV (credit: Peugeot)
At A Glance | |
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EV Type: | Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) |
Vehicle Type: | SUV |
Engine: | Petrol-Electric: HYBRID 225 e-EAT8/ 300 e-EAT8 |
Available In Ireland: | Yes |
Variants (2 Options) |
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Peugeot 3008 Allure (from € 47,995): HYBRID 225 e-EAT8 |
Peugeot 3008 GT (from € 49,865): HYBRID 225 e-EAT8/ 300 e-EAT8 |
EV Battery & Emissions | |
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EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
EV Battery Capacity: | Available in two battery sizes: 11.6 / 13.2 kWh |
Charging: | DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 3 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 1 hrs 45 mins) |
Charge Port: | Type 2 |
EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
Tailpipe Emissions: | 31 – 29 g (CO2/km) |
Warranty: | 8 years or 160,000 km |
Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
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Battery net capacity : 8.8 kWh | € 2.10 |
Battery net capacity : 11.6 kWh | € 2.78 |
Battery net capacity : 12.0 kWh | € 2.87 |
Battery net capacity : 13.10 kWh | € 3.14 |
Battery net capacity : 14.10 kWh | € 3.37 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in Ireland varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for Ireland is 23.97 cents/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
Charging Times (Overview) | |
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Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
Dimensions | |
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Height (mm): | 1620 |
Width (mm): | 1841 |
Length (mm): | 4447 |
Wheelbase (mm): | 2675 |
Turning Circle (m): | N/A |
Boot capacity (L): | 395 |
Peugeot 3008 (HYBRID 225 e-EAT8) | |
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EV Battery Capacity: | 11.6 kWh |
Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 50 – 60 km |
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | N/A |
Fuel Consumption (l/100km): | 1.4 |
Charging: | DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 3 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 1 hrs 45 mins) |
Top Speed: | 225 km/h (in electric mode 135 km/h) |
0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
Drive: | Front-wheel Drive (FWD) |
Electric Motor (kW): | 133 |
Max Power (hp): | 180 |
Torque (Nm): | 300 |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Seats: | 5 |
Doors: | 5 |
Kerb Weight (kg): | 1,760 |
Colours: | 8 |
NCAP Safety Rating: | Five-Star |
Peugeot 3008 (HYBRID 300 e-EAT8) | |
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EV Battery Capacity: | 13.2 kWh |
Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 63 km |
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | N/A |
Fuel Consumption (l/100km): | 1.3 |
Charging: | DC charging not available. Onboard charger: 3.7 kW standard (0% – 100%: 3 hrs). 7.4 kW AC optional (0% – 100%: 1 hrs 45 mins) |
Top Speed: | 240 km/h (in electric mode 135 km/h) |
0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Drive: | All-wheel Drive (AWD) |
Electric Motor (kW): | 147 |
Max Power (hp): | 200 |
Torque (Nm): | 300 |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Seats: | 5 |
Doors: | 5 |
Kerb Weight (kg): | 1,840 |
Colours: | 8 |
NCAP Safety Rating: | Five-Star |
Ireland: EV Market Overview
As is the case in a number of global markets, to include the European Union and the United Kingdom, the sale of electric cars in Ireland is also fast gaining momentum. In fact, in January 2022, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), accounted for 21% of all new cars licensed in Ireland. Put another way, more than a fifth of the cars bought in Ireland were either pure electric or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
It is also worth nothing the continued decline in the sale of diesel vehicles in Ireland, as families and businesses migrate to lower tailpipe emission electric vehicles (EVs). Diesel market share has declined from 34.2% in early 2021 to 19.7% in early 2022. We can expect this trend to continue for the forseeable future.
The government has set a target of 936,000 electric vehicles by 2030, with 845,000 to be private passenger cars. This will be approximately a third of the vehicles on roads in Ireland (currently there are 2.8 million vehicles on the road). Like many other governments, Ireland is committed to ending the sale of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars by 2030.
The government is committed to the rapid adoption of electric cars in the country. The Department of Transport has committed €100 million for EV subsidies in 2022 (almost double the commitment in 2021). The grant for private electric vehicles is up to €5,000 on qualifying battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), do not qualify for the electric vehicle grant.
Ireland: Top Electric Cars
Top Electric Cars | Type Of EV |
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Tesla Model 3 | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Volkswagen ID.3 | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Nissan Leaf | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Renault Zoe | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Volkswagen ID.4 | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Hyundai IONIQ 5 | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Kia e-Niro | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
Kia EV6 | Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) |
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